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Hester Sutherland-Stacey
Hester Sutherland-Stacey

Hester Sutherland-Stacey

Residential Sales

Success Realty Ltd, Bayleys,
Licensed under the REA Act 2008
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Hester Sutherland-Stacey

Residential Sales

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Success Realty Ltd, Bayleys,Licensed under the REA Act 2008

Hester brings a rare and valuable perspective to real estate, with more than 15 years’ experience as a property and contract lawyer. This background allows her to confidently cut through complexity, guide clients through contracts with clarity, and negotiate with precision, ensuring every detail is handled with care and professionalism.

At the heart of Hester’s approach is a genuine belief that real estate is about people first. She takes the time to listen, understand her clients’ goals, and provide clear, practical advice at every stage of the process. Buying or selling a property can feel overwhelming, and Hester’s calm, informed guidance helps clients feel supported, empowered, and confident in their decisions. Her strong professional networks further ensure clients have access to trusted advice throughout their property journey.

Born and raised in Mount Maunganui, Hester pairs her deep local knowledge with a strategic, results-driven approach to marketing and negotiation. She understands what makes the area so special, and how to position property to achieve outstanding outcomes, always with integrity and attention to detail.

Outside of work, Hester and her family are proud Mounties, actively involved in the Mount Maunganui community. With her family owning a local business and raising their two children here, Hester understands first-hand the importance of creating a home and lifestyle in this exceptional area.

Combining legal expertise, local insight, and a people-focused approach, Hester is committed to delivering exceptional results while making the experience as seamless and positive as possible. Reach out to Hester to discuss your property goals with confidence.

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Client testimonials

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Hester was really helpful and accommodating throughout the whole process. She took the time to explain things as a first time home buyer and I appreciated the whole experience.

Harriet Ferguson
May 2026
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Working with Hester to purchase our new home was an absolute pleasure. From our very first meeting, she was incredibly friendly and welcoming, making what can be a stressful process feel genuinely exciting. What stood out most was her ability to be an open-minded and a great listener; she truly took the time to understand our needs and never pushed us toward something that wasn't a perfect fit. Her communication skills are top-tier - she is a quick communicator and was always fast to respond to our many questions, no matter how small. If you are looking for an agent who combines professional expertise with a warm, supportive approach, we cannot recommend Hester highly enough!

Logan and Anna
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Hester was absolutely incredible to work with. From the very beginning she made the whole process feel calm, clear and manageable - even when things felt overwhelming. Her background as a lawyer was such a huge advantage. She explained everything in a way I could actually understand, picked up on details I never would have thought of, and always made sure I felt confident before moving forward. I truly felt like I had someone in my corner who knew exactly what they were doing. Hester was always quick to respond, checked in regularly, and went above and beyond to support me every step of the way. No question ever felt silly and no concern was too small. I’m so grateful for everything Hester did to help me secure my home. I would recommend her to anyone looking for a knowledgeable, trustworthy, and truly supportive agent. She made what could have been a stressful journey a really positive and exciting one.

Rebecca
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We couldn’t be happier with Hester acting as our agent to find our new home in Papamoa Beach. Hester listened to our wishes and needs when searching the local market and gave such good advice for us to consider when preparing our offer. We had the most professional help throughout the negotiating and settlement phase and right up to the big move in date. We wanted an honest, knowledgeable and supportive agent and Hester certainly delivered!

Matt and Jo
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Working with Hester felt very different from what we expected from a typical real estate experience, in the best way. From the beginning, she came across as genuinely invested in us, not just the sale. There was a level of care and thoughtfulness in how she communicated and guided us that made the whole process feel far less transactional and a lot more personal. Her background in law turned out to be a real advantage. She has a sharp eye for detail and an ability to explain the more technical aspects in a way that actually makes sense. It gave us a lot of confidence knowing she could navigate the finer points and advocate for us properly when it mattered. Hester is calm, clear and very considered in how she works. At no point did we feel pushed, just well advised and supported. We always felt like she had our best interests at the centre of every decision. We're really grateful to have had her in our corner and wouldn't hesitate to recommend her.

Nicola Liew
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Hester was really helpful and accommodating throughout the whole process. She took the time to explain things as a first time home buyer and I appreciated the whole experience.

Harriet Ferguson
May 2026
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Working with Hester to purchase our new home was an absolute pleasure. From our very first meeting, she was incredibly friendly and welcoming, making what can be a stressful process feel genuinely exciting. What stood out most was her ability to be an open-minded and a great listener; she truly took the time to understand our needs and never pushed us toward something that wasn't a perfect fit. Her communication skills are top-tier - she is a quick communicator and was always fast to respond to our many questions, no matter how small. If you are looking for an agent who combines professional expertise with a warm, supportive approach, we cannot recommend Hester highly enough!

Logan and Anna
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Hester was absolutely incredible to work with. From the very beginning she made the whole process feel calm, clear and manageable - even when things felt overwhelming. Her background as a lawyer was such a huge advantage. She explained everything in a way I could actually understand, picked up on details I never would have thought of, and always made sure I felt confident before moving forward. I truly felt like I had someone in my corner who knew exactly what they were doing. Hester was always quick to respond, checked in regularly, and went above and beyond to support me every step of the way. No question ever felt silly and no concern was too small. I’m so grateful for everything Hester did to help me secure my home. I would recommend her to anyone looking for a knowledgeable, trustworthy, and truly supportive agent. She made what could have been a stressful journey a really positive and exciting one.

Rebecca
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We couldn’t be happier with Hester acting as our agent to find our new home in Papamoa Beach. Hester listened to our wishes and needs when searching the local market and gave such good advice for us to consider when preparing our offer. We had the most professional help throughout the negotiating and settlement phase and right up to the big move in date. We wanted an honest, knowledgeable and supportive agent and Hester certainly delivered!

Matt and Jo
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Working with Hester felt very different from what we expected from a typical real estate experience, in the best way. From the beginning, she came across as genuinely invested in us, not just the sale. There was a level of care and thoughtfulness in how she communicated and guided us that made the whole process feel far less transactional and a lot more personal. Her background in law turned out to be a real advantage. She has a sharp eye for detail and an ability to explain the more technical aspects in a way that actually makes sense. It gave us a lot of confidence knowing she could navigate the finer points and advocate for us properly when it mattered. Hester is calm, clear and very considered in how she works. At no point did we feel pushed, just well advised and supported. We always felt like she had our best interests at the centre of every decision. We're really grateful to have had her in our corner and wouldn't hesitate to recommend her.

Nicola Liew
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Hester was really helpful and accommodating throughout the whole process. She took the time to explain things as a first time home buyer and I appreciated the whole experience.

Harriet Ferguson
May 2026
Verified by
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Working with Hester to purchase our new home was an absolute pleasure. From our very first meeting, she was incredibly friendly and welcoming, making what can be a stressful process feel genuinely exciting. What stood out most was her ability to be an open-minded and a great listener; she truly took the time to understand our needs and never pushed us toward something that wasn't a perfect fit. Her communication skills are top-tier - she is a quick communicator and was always fast to respond to our many questions, no matter how small. If you are looking for an agent who combines professional expertise with a warm, supportive approach, we cannot recommend Hester highly enough!

Logan and Anna
quotequote

Hester was absolutely incredible to work with. From the very beginning she made the whole process feel calm, clear and manageable - even when things felt overwhelming. Her background as a lawyer was such a huge advantage. She explained everything in a way I could actually understand, picked up on details I never would have thought of, and always made sure I felt confident before moving forward. I truly felt like I had someone in my corner who knew exactly what they were doing. Hester was always quick to respond, checked in regularly, and went above and beyond to support me every step of the way. No question ever felt silly and no concern was too small. I’m so grateful for everything Hester did to help me secure my home. I would recommend her to anyone looking for a knowledgeable, trustworthy, and truly supportive agent. She made what could have been a stressful journey a really positive and exciting one.

Rebecca
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We couldn’t be happier with Hester acting as our agent to find our new home in Papamoa Beach. Hester listened to our wishes and needs when searching the local market and gave such good advice for us to consider when preparing our offer. We had the most professional help throughout the negotiating and settlement phase and right up to the big move in date. We wanted an honest, knowledgeable and supportive agent and Hester certainly delivered!

Matt and Jo
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Working with Hester felt very different from what we expected from a typical real estate experience, in the best way. From the beginning, she came across as genuinely invested in us, not just the sale. There was a level of care and thoughtfulness in how she communicated and guided us that made the whole process feel far less transactional and a lot more personal. Her background in law turned out to be a real advantage. She has a sharp eye for detail and an ability to explain the more technical aspects in a way that actually makes sense. It gave us a lot of confidence knowing she could navigate the finer points and advocate for us properly when it mattered. Hester is calm, clear and very considered in how she works. At no point did we feel pushed, just well advised and supported. We always felt like she had our best interests at the centre of every decision. We're really grateful to have had her in our corner and wouldn't hesitate to recommend her.

Nicola Liew

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