New Zealand Sotheby’s International Realty – Taradale

304 Gloucester Street, Taradale, Napier 4112, New Zealand
  •   5   (4 reviews)

Our sales performance at a glance

See how New Zealand Sotheby’s International Realty – Taradale has performed in the last 12 months on RateMyAgent*

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Meet the team

Get to know the 3 agents at New Zealand Sotheby’s International Realty – Taradale.

Vaughan Wilson
Vaughan Wilson

Sales Associate

  5   (121 reviews)
About Vaughan
When it comes to selling your home, it is paramount you choose the team and agency that will elevate your home above the rest. With us, you can rest assure that you are in the best hands possible. Thanks to all the incredible feedback from our valued customers, it may come as no surprise that Vaughan & John have been awarded number 3 Sales Associate Napier SIR for 2021, and number 8 Sales Associate Central Region SIR for 2021 About us: Success-oriented sales achievers with a go-getter attitude. Enthusiasm, professionalism, first class service and high energy, are just a few the key components you will receive when working with Vaughan and John. The standard of excellence, commitment and quality NZSIR upholds, aligns perfectly with Vaughan's own personal values and career ambitions. Vaughan comes from an extensive and successful career in general management focusing on marketing, negation, sales and human resources. John’s honest, reliable, and trustworthy manner means a down to earth approach to marketing your property. His background of over 30 years’ experience in accountancy across Hawke’s Bay and Manawatu, are evidence of his attention to detail and high level of business acumen.
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Rita Lynch
Rita Lynch

Licensed Real Estate Agent

  5   (105 reviews)
About Rita
Rita Lynch’s presence in the Napier real estate market is best illustrated through her results. During her real estate career of almost two decades, she has been privileged to sell in excess of $175 million of property. In doing so she has been honoured with multiple awards at a regional and national level. This includes being awarded as a National High Achiever and regularly being honoured in the top three Sales Associates in Napier. This recognition reflects Rita’s position as a leading salesperson in the Hawke’s Bay market, and proof of the vigour and absolute passion she has for real estate. Born and raised in Napier, Rita has worked in the region for most of her life. With her extensive knowledge of the local market, Rita‘s name has become synonymous with trust, respect and success in real estate. Rita maintains a particular focus on the Taradale, Greenmeadows and Poraiti areas and sees the extensive reach of New Zealand Sotheby’s International Realty as a fabulous opportunity to market her clients’ properties to the significant number of out-of-town buyers who are interested in the region. Throughout her property career, Rita is proud to have built a reputation for outstanding service to her clients through her honesty, work ethic, attention to detail and determination to achieve the very best results. Her repeat business and referrals speak volumes about Rita as a sales professional. Together with the benefits of the Sotheby’s International Realty brand, you can be assured you will be in the very best hands.
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John Holmes
John Holmes

Sales Associate

  5   (40 reviews)
About John
John’s honest, reliable, and trustworthy manner means a down to earth approach to marketing your property. His background of over 30 years’ experience in accountancy across Hawke’s Bay and Manawatu, are evidence of his attention to detail and high level of business acumen. While John is equally at home representing your residential home, his area of expertise is lifestyle property. Born in Hawke’s Bay and growing up in a horticultural family on the outskirts of Hastings, his lifestyle pedigree is top-notch. John’s accountancy career primarily dealt with farming, horticulture, viticulture, equestrian, and associated enterprises. Since childhood, he has been involved in equestrian sport, currently competing in eventing as well as being an international eventing course designer. John lives on a lifestyle block at Maraekakaho. It’s John’s happy place. If you are considering buying or selling property, consider the real estate professional with a history and a genuine love of Hawke’s Bay’s lifestyle and all that it offers. Make your lifestyle possible, and contact John today.
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About us

Our New Zealand Sotheby’s International Realty office is conveniently located on Gloucester Street, in the heart of the village. Taradale is a vibrant suburb conveniently located just ten minutes away from downtown Napier. A charming and self-contained village, Taradale offers a relaxed atmosphere and is home to Mission Estate, New Zealand’s oldest winery and venue for the renown Mission Estate Concerts. This upmarket area offers a range of desirable housing catering to families big and small. If you’re thinking about purchasing a house or lifestyle property in Taradale or the wider Hawke's Bay region, get in touch with your preferred Sales Associate today. Our Hawke’s Bay team have four offices, two positioned in Napier, one in Taradale and the other in Havelock North.

Our reviews

  5  
4 reviewsacross 2 different locations, showing 4.
Buyer review
A superb agent
9 months ago
A superb agent

Rita is an excellent listener, attention to details that's important to us. Very knowledgeable in her field, provide great guidance and truly understand her client needs. We appreciate and recommend her service.

Rita Lynch

Rita Lynch

  5   (105 reviews)
Seller review
Dedicated Agent
about 1 year ago
Dedicated Agent

Sold in 4 days. Rita guided us through the selling process and kept us constantly updated and informed. Rita acted with integrity and we felt comfortable with each step we took together. Engaging the services of Rita is the best first step when deciding to list. Highly recommend.

Rita Lynch

Rita Lynch

  5   (105 reviews)
Buyer review
A pleasure
about 1 year ago
A pleasure

Rita made a stressful time much less so by being a great communicator and always keeping me informed of progress. I am very grateful that she suggested I look at this home which I fell in love with straight away.

Rita Lynch

Rita Lynch

  5   (105 reviews)
Seller review
Knowledgeable and Efficient
about 1 year ago
Knowledgeable and Efficient

Rita was a wonderful help in guiding us through the maze of selling our home . She knew her stuff and was always on hand in a supportive and unobtrusive way . Fully recommend her professional assistance

Rita Lynch

Rita Lynch

  5   (105 reviews)
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Our properties

New Zealand Sotheby’s International Realty – Taradale has sold 2 properties in the last 12 months, showing 2, sorted by most recent activity

SoldMay 19, 2026
Price not available
21 Pinotage Drive
Greenmeadows Hawke's Bay
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House
SoldAug 28, 2025
Price not available
49 Matuku Road
Crownthorpe Hawke's Bay
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Semi-Rural
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