LJ Hooker Twizel - Mackenzie Country Real Estate Ltd

20 Ruataniwha Road, Twizel
  •   4.9   (654 reviews)

Our sales performance at a glance

See how LJ Hooker Twizel - Mackenzie Country Real Estate Ltd has performed in the last 12 months on RateMyAgent*

96
Reviews
86
Properties for sale
106
Sold properties
$664k
Average sale price
$70.4m
Total sales value

*Includes all properties sold (last 12 months) where the agent was a part of the transaction and published on ratemyagent.co.nz. It may not be complete and can exclude off-market, private sales and undisclosed pricing and sold dates. Contact agent for full sales history.

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Our customer service awards

See what RateMyAgent awards LJ Hooker Twizel - Mackenzie Country Real Estate Ltd has won

  • Suburb WinnerLake Tekapo
  • Suburb WinnerOmarama
  • 6x Suburb WinnerLake Tekapo - 2026, 2025, 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021
  • 4x National Top 100New Zealand - 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020
  • 2x Region Top 5Canterbury - 2022, 2021

Meet the team

Get to know the 5 agents at LJ Hooker Twizel - Mackenzie Country Real Estate Ltd.

Karan MacDiarmid
Karan MacDiarmid

Sales Consultant

  4.9   (406 reviews)
About Karan
Karan MacDiarmid is a trusted and respected name in real estate across Twizel, Lake Ohau, Omarama, and the wider Mackenzie & Waitaki District. With over 30 years of experience in real estate and sales, Karan offers unmatched local knowledge, genuine community connections, and a warm, approachable style that puts clients at ease. Her dedication to delivering outstanding service and honest, professional advice has earned Karan the Trusted Agent and Price Expert badges on RateMyAgent, a reflection of the strong relationships she builds and the excellent results she consistently achieves for her clients. Born into a family business immersed in property, Karan has seen Twizel evolve over the decades, giving her an in-depth understanding of the area’s market, people, and lifestyle. Whether you’re buying or selling, local or from further afield, Karan’s excellent communication, impressive problem-solving skills, and genuine care ensure the entire process is seamless and stress-free. Her hard work has also been recognised with national awards through the LJ Hooker Group, though she credits her success to the wonderful clients she’s had the privilege of working with. When you work with Karan, you’re not just getting an experienced real estate agent; you’re gaining a passionate, community-minded professional who genuinely cares about helping you achieve your property goals.
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Steve Howes
Steve Howes

Licensed Real Estate Agent / Principal / Director

  5   (211 reviews)
About Steve
Steve Howes is a dynamic real estate agent with an unrivaled passion for Lake Tekapo and its surroundings. As a Licensed Real Estate Agent, Principal, and Director, Steve has built a remarkable reputation, crowned with a perfect 5-star rating from over 160 reviews. Awarded as the top agent in Lake Tekapo for five consecutive years, from 2021 to 2025, Steve epitomizes dedication and excellence. Recognized as a trusted agent and price expert, his clients appreciate his insightful market knowledge and ability to achieve optimal outcomes. Steve Howes stands out in the real estate landscape for his strategic approach, client-centric ethos, and an unwavering commitment to quality service. Whether you're buying or selling, Steve is your go-to professional for a seamless and rewarding real estate experience.
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Annette Stanley
Annette Stanley

Sales Consultant

  5   (113 reviews)
About Annette
43 years experience selling real estate in the Fairlie Area, predominantly residential real estate in the Fairlie Township. Branch Manager of the Fairlie Office of LJ Hooker and Mackenzie Country Real Estate - the only Real Estate Office on the Main Street of Fairlie. Here to help whether you are buying or selling.
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Jess Mackay
Jess Mackay

Sales Consultant

  4.9   (100 reviews)
About Jess
I know buying and selling a house is among the largest financial decisions you will ever make, so you can rest assured I don't take this transaction lightly and will go above and beyond to ensure the best results possible. I am dedicated to generating the best result for you by: • Constantly updating my market knowledge • Unparalleled dedication to my Vendors – listening to your needs and working with you – for you • Communication, communication, communication! You will never be left wondering what’s going on during your campaign. • An in depth understanding of marketing campaigns – creating customised programmes to ensure maximum targeted exposure. I have a unique combination of business know-how, life experience and an unsurpassed commitment to excellence, alongside the backing of the multi-award winning LJ Hooker Dunedin team, you can be confident that you will receive nothing but top quality service and the best results possible. I am passionate about real estate and as the 2018 Best New-comer of the Year (LJ Hooker Dunedin), I have proven that my total focus is what is best for you and how I can negotiate the best results for your property sale or purchase.
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Libby Cassie
Libby Cassie

Sales Consultant

  4.9   (27 reviews)
About Libby
Based in Twizel and serving the wider Mackenzie District, Libby Cassie is a hardworking and passionate real estate professional who takes pride in helping clients achieve their property goals. She brings energy, local expertise, and a personalised approach to every interaction, taking the time to understand what truly matters to each client. For Libby, real estate is about more than transactions — it’s about building lasting relationships, creating positive experiences, and guiding clients every step of the way. Whether in Twizel, Fairlie, or across the district, Libby is a trusted partner who genuinely cares about your property, your goals, and your community.
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About us

LJ Hooker Twizel - Mackenzie Country Real Estate Ltd is an award-winning real estate agency based in the heart of the Mackenzie, renowned for its top-notch service and local expertise. Over the years, LJ Hooker Twizel has achieved several accolades, which are a testament to their commitment to excellence. These achievements highlight their status as leaders in the real estate industry. Whether you're buying or selling a property in the stunning locales of Twizel, Fairlie, Lake Tekapo, and beyond, LJ Hooker's dedicated team is equipped with the local insights and expertise needed to ensure a seamless transaction. Trust LJ Hooker to guide you on your property journey with integrity and professionalism.

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Our reviews

  4.9  
654 reviewsacross 16 different locations, showing 6.
Seller review
Wonderful combination of great communication as well as helpful staff
21 days ago
Wonderful combination of great communication as well as helpful staff

As we are not based in Twizel, Jess kept us informed with the progress of the sale of our section throughout the process. She gave great, helpful advice and was always available for us to call her sometimes it had to be in the evening.

Team Twizel

Team Twizel

  4.9   (436 reviews)
Buyer review
Accommodating, professional and cheerful.
25 days ago
Accommodating, professional and cheerful.

Soffe answered the phone promptly, fielded a myriad of questions, answered our questions comprehensively and read our reactions to her information accurately. Additionally, Soffe also met us at short notice whenever we asked.

Team Twizel

Team Twizel

  4.9   (436 reviews)
Seller review
professional, friendly and caring people
25 days ago
professional, friendly and caring people

Being local I feel makes a big difference. I have had a long and happy association with Karan and knew that she would be the person to sell my property. Her assistant, Soffe, is an asset to the business.

Team Twizel

Team Twizel

  4.9   (436 reviews)
Buyer review
Annette from LJ Hookers  understood what we were looking for for our new forever home
about 1 month ago
Annette from LJ Hookers understood what we were looking for for our new forever home

Annette help us to purchase our property that was within our budget and our desire to build our forever home to fit in with the views that we were looking for . Her service was very good and provided us with opportunity that was available to us to make it happen We are extremely pleased to find us a property that ticked our boxes

Annette Stanley

Annette Stanley

  5   (113 reviews)
Buyer review
Friendly, professional and gret communication!
about 1 month ago
Friendly, professional and gret communication!

Annette is very experienced in the local area and it shows . Its great to do business with someone local . Highly recommend l.j hooker and Annette Stanley.

Annette Stanley

Annette Stanley

  5   (113 reviews)
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Our properties

LJ Hooker Twizel - Mackenzie Country Real Estate Ltd has 86 properties for sale and sold 106 properties in the last 12 months, showing 4, sorted by most recent activity

For Sale
Deadline sale by 22 Oct
8 Denmark Street
Fairlie Canterbury
3
1
Other
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Set Sale
17/1 Beauchamp Place
Lake Tekapo Canterbury
3
2
1
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