John Holmes

Local Expertise,
Global Connections

John Holmes is a trusted specialist in the Hawke’s Bay lifestyle property market, offering deep local knowledge and a genuine understanding of rural living. Raised on the outskirts of Hastings within a horticultural family, his connection to the land spans generations. He now lives on a lifestyle block in Maraekakaho, bringing hands on experience and authentic insight to buyers and sellers alike. Known for his calm, reliable manner and meticulous attention to detail, John delivers a refined, client focused approach and consistently strong results. He has been recognised as Number Two Sales Associate for NZSIR Napier alongside Vaughan Wilson for two consecutive years. With more than 30 years’ experience in accountancy across Hawke’s Bay and Manawatū, much of it supporting farming, horticulture, viticulture and equestrian enterprises, John offers strategic commercial insight. A lifelong equestrian and international eventing course designer, he combines professionalism, integrity and local expertise to guide clients with confidence.