Monique Simpson

Monique Simpson

  •   5   (6 reviews)

About Monique

With a career spanning law, international sales, luxury marketing, and lifestyle writing, Monique brings a rare combination of commercial insight and creative flair to Queenstown’s property market. She began her career as a solicitor at Bell Gully, one of New Zealand’s most respected law firms, before completing a Bachelor of Commerce and Law (Hons) and a Postgraduate Diploma in Marketing. Monique then went on to build more than a decade of global experience managing accounts, brands, and teams in New Zealand and the USA for world-leading wine and spirits houses. Her international experience as a senior lifestyle writer and wine judge in London and New Zealand sharpened her ability to identify what makes something truly stand out — whether it’s a fine wine, an architectural detail, or the story behind a home. Contributing to global luxury lifestyle publications and New Zealand’s Home magazine, Monique developed a talent for showcasing unique qualities with impact, a skill she now brings to presenting properties in the Queenstown market. Monique has built a reputation for professionalism, meticulous preparation, and timely, transparent communication. She is trusted by clients for her ability to guide complex transactions with clarity and discretion, ensuring every detail of a campaign is handled with precision while always keeping their best interests at heart. What sets Monique apart: - Clear and consistent communication – Through regular and comprehensive reporting for vendors and diligent follow-up with buyers, Monique ensures every detail is covered. Known for always delivering on what she says she will do, she provides honest feedback and transparent guidance, giving clients complete confidence throughout the campaign. - Meticulous market preparation – From recommending value-adding improvements to activating trusted trade networks, Monique removes the burden from vendors. Every property is carefully prepared and marketed with precision to maximise exposure and create strong emotional buyer engagement. - Negotiation and commercial acumen – Combining sharp business insight, legal training, and tactical negotiation strategies, Monique brings both intelligence and focus to every transaction. Her ability to read the market and drive competition ensures the best possible outcomes for her clients. - Authenticity and trust – With warmth and professionalism, Monique builds lasting rapport with vendors, buyers, and stakeholders alike, ensuring the process feels seamless and collaborative from beginning to end. Her authentic approach fosters confidence and transparency, positioning her as a trusted advisor clients can rely on throughout the sales journey. Based in Queenstown with Bayleys, Monique is passionate about unlocking the full potential of every property and guiding clients seamlessly through their property journey.

Monique's reviews

  5  
Monique has 6 reviewsacross 2 different locations, showing 6.
Review Monique
about 1 month ago
Professional and genuine

Professional and genuine are the two words we would use to describe Monique. We felt completely confident in her throughout the whole process. Her communication was excellent and she was extremely knowledgeable, with an intimate understanding of the ins and outs of the house. Monique was always happy to go the extra mile, whether that was providing additional information, answering questions or simply doing whatever she could to make things easier for us. Everything was handled incredibly professionally, including all the paperwork, and we always felt that Monique genuinely cared about getting the best outcome for everyone involved. We would have absolutely no hesitation in recommending Monique. She was a pleasure to deal with from start to finish and we really appreciated the professionalism, care and genuine approach she brought to the whole process.

about 1 month ago
Exceptional Agent – Above and Beyond Every Time

This is the second house we have sold through Monique, and once again, we couldn’t be happier with the experience and the result. Having worked with her previously, we already knew the level of service and professionalism to expect, but she still managed to go above and beyond throughout the entire process. Monique is incredibly knowledgeable about the market and brings a level of experience and confidence that makes what can be a stressful process feel straightforward and well managed. She is thorough in everything she does, pays attention to every detail and is always one step ahead. One of the things we value most about Monique is her communication. She kept us constantly updated throughout the campaign, was always available to answer questions and gave us honest, considered advice at every stage. We never felt out of the loop or unsure about what was happening. Most importantly, Monique is honest, reliable and genuinely works hard for her clients. We have always felt that she has our best interests at heart and will go the extra mile to achieve the best possible outcome. Selling a home is a big decision, and having an agent you completely trust makes such a difference. After selling two properties with Monique, we would have absolutely no hesitation in working with her again or recommending her to anyone looking for an outstanding agent. Her professionalism, knowledge, communication and dedication are second to none!

4 months ago
Top agent, wonderful communicator, very knowledgeable, pleasant to deal with.

Monique is a very good communicator, dots her ‘i’s’ and crosses her ‘t’s’. Always followed up with emails and information on prospective clients who had viewed the property, total transparency. Ability to organise with outside agencies should anything need done on the property. Her polite and respectful manner was very much appreciated as well. We would not hesitate to use Monique again, a gold star real estate agent, very highly recommended.

5 months ago
Fantastic Experience

We had a fantastic experience working with Monique Simpson from Bayleys Queenstown. She made the entire home-buying process an absolute pleasure from start to finish. Communication was always clear and easy, and her efficiency ensured everything moved along smoothly. Monique was consistently polite, honest, and sincere, which made us feel confident and well-supported throughout the journey. Her professionalism and genuine approach really stood out. We absolutely love our new property and are so grateful for her guidance and dedication. We wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Monique to anyone looking to buy or sell a home in Queenstown

11 months ago
Thank you Monique

Outstandingly knowledgeable and totally professional. Monique offered us a stress free experience with a successful result.

11 months ago
Chose Monique from Bayleys Queenstown

Monique was a trustworthy , reliable and pleasant agent to deal with. She gave immediate replies to queries, and was extremely helpful in helping us prepare the house for sale..Undoubtely one of the best real estate agents I have dealt with. Her business and legal background shows.

Monique's properties

Monique has 2 properties for sale and sold 8 properties in the last 12 months, showing 4, sorted by most recent activity

SoldSep 27, 2026
Price not available
556B Peninsula Road
Kelvin Heights Otago
2
1
Unit
For Sale
Asking Price $3,950,000
31 Hackett Road
Jacks Point Otago
4
3
2
House
SoldJul 16, 2026
Price not available
17 Stewart Street
Frankton Otago
2
1
House
SoldJun 16, 2026
Price not available
587 Peninsula Road
Kelvin Heights Otago
3
2
1
House
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