Blenheim, Marlborough, New Zealand

Tim Crawford

Sales Associate

Office
Marlborough

Languages
English

Local Expertise,
Global Connections

Tim Crawford works in partnership with Michal Wells. Working together as a powerful team, Tim Crawford and Michal Wells understand both the emotional and functional process of selling one of your most valuable assets. Their genuine, sincere and honest approach makes them easy to relate to, and with a strong knowledge of modern marketing techniques combined with their keen negotiating skills, they utilise their extensive networks of national and international buyers to deliver their clients the best results. A leader in his field, Tim has been successfully marketing and brokering vineyard, winery and lifestyle properties in Marlborough since 2005. Prior experience includes viticultural and management roles in the wine industry and advertising agencies in Auckland. Highly experienced and backed by a degree in Agricultural Commerce, valuation and farm management, he is most qualified in his market sector. Beginning her real estate career in 2001, Michal came with experience in tourism marketing and luxury lodge management. Growing up on a Marlborough farm and currently living on a 16 acre lifestyle property, she has a broad and useful knowledge of waterfront and income generating lifestyle properties. Knowledge and experience, negotiation skills and a broad base of local, national and international contacts make Tim and Michal valuable members of the New Zealand Sotheby’s International Realty team.

Latest Listings

55 Rapaura Road, Rapaura

Marlborough

Offers Over $695,000 + GST (if any)

2 Bedrooms2 Bathrooms

162 sq m (Floor area)

71 Nelson Street, Springlands

Blenheim

Asking Price $850,000

3 Bedrooms1 Bathrooms

111 sq m (Floor area)1905 sq m (Land)

154 Dry Hills Lane, Blenheim

Marlborough

Negotiation

5 Bedrooms3 Bathrooms

408 sq m (Floor area)5300 sq m (Land)

See all latest listings

Recently Sold

24B Lakings Road, Springlands

Blenheim

Sold

3 Bedrooms2 Bathrooms

234 sq m (Floor area)369 sq m (Land)

25 Guernsey Road, Renwick

Marlborough

Sold

3 Bedrooms2 Bathrooms

325 sq m (Floor area)8 ha (Land)

25 Guernsey Road, Renwick

Marlborough

Sold

3 Bedrooms2 Bathrooms

325 sq m (Floor area)8 ha (Land)

See all recent sales

Selling a property you love is not an easy decision. Michal and Tim were extremely professional and were empathetic and considerate. We had great consistent communication with them which was delivered with poise and a sense of humour. We would not hesitate to recommend them as agents.
Chris & Janna Richards
Our recent experience purchasing a rural property through Sotheby’s Marlborough has been second to none. We have really enjoyed the entire sale process thanks to Tim & Michal’s open, honest and relaxed nature which has enabled us to take the time we needed. Their dedicated and timely approach providing all relevant property information enabled us to make our well informed and exciting decision. We wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Sotheby’s and would certainly be happy to work with the very capable team of Tim Crawford and Michal Wells for any future property endeavours. Thanks on behalf of our whole family!
Dan Dollimore & Bridget Fitzgerald (Rural Purchasers)
Michal & Tim have been a pleasure to work with in the purchase of our new home. They were professional in all our dealings with them and answered any queries we had quickly & efficiently.
Ross & Dianne Betts (Lifestyle Buyer)
Tim and Michal put a huge amount of effort in every step of the way, all hours of the day and we had full faith in them from the beginning. They recommended an auction and it produced a fantastic result with a sale price well above our expectation. Throughout the campaign we were provided with regular marketing reports and kept well informed of feedback from all interested parties. They took a lot of care with presentation of the property and were a very calming influence during what could have been a very stressful time!
Ben and Sarah Gleenslade
They were very considerate of the emotional aspects of selling our property which had been in the family for more than 180 years. They creatively matched buyers to various aspects of the property to achieve the best sale outcome. Extensive knowledge in a number of fields was required, from farming, home and gardens to viticulture, forestry and carbon credits. They worked well, communicating effectively with me and my trustees every step of the way and ultimately achieved a result everyone was happy with.
Puddy Sheild
Michal and Tim recently sold our home in Blenheim. We chose them to sell our family home due to their reputation for integrity, adding value and industry knowledge, we were not disappointed. They exceeded our expectations. We were happy with the sale outcome, as was the purchaser, a great outcome for all.
Hamish & Sarah Matheson (Residential Vendor)
Michal and Tim marketed our lifestyle property for sale in Marlborough. Their efforts presenting our property for sale would be hard to equal. They compiled a superb brochure which clearly portrayed all its merits while they thoroughly investigated possible concerns which they detailed. They displayed sincerity and integrity throughout. Tim and Michal’s performance was highly professional, always helpful and delightful. Together they achieved a very satisfactory sale.
Richard and Wendy Batchelor
We recently purchased our forever home with Michal and Tim and had such a personal and professional experience. They were so helpful through the whole process and a pleasure to deal with.
Abi and Allan Walker (Residential Purchaser)
Michal and Tim exceeded our expectations on a recent property sale, with their professionalism in all aspects of the sale process. The application of their detailed knowledge of the Marlborough real estate market also added both tangible and intangible value to the transaction. I have used their services in the past and will be using them again.
Alan & Liane Campbell (Lifestyle Vendor)
Thank you to Michal Wells and Tim Crawford for acting so professionally for us in our sale of our property in Fairy Bay. Needless to say, we are delighted with the outcome! Their advice in relation to all aspects was excellent and I am sure we achieved a better result as a consequence of that. They also put us in touch with locals who assisted us to tidy the property up, which made a difference to what we achieved. Your marketing reach was impressive, and we ended up selling to a Kiwi who lives abroad. If we come to buy or sell in the Marlborough Sounds we’ll definitely involve Sotheby’s again.
Ben & Sally Tothill (Waterfront Vendor)
The service was by far the highest quality that we have seen from any real estate company that we have worked with previously. The small details made such a polished product and experience. Very pleased with the process and outcome.
Justin & Victoria Leov (Lifestyle Vendor)
I would like to thank you and NZ Sotheby's for the great level of organization and professional approach throughout this sale. We really appreciated all the preliminary paperwork received prior the auction, this made our choice more relaxed and less stressful, something we haven't seen with other companies where we have always felt less valued and pushed.
Michele Pedron (Residential Buyer)
My wife Sandy and I were very impressed with the friendly but professional advice and service received from Tim and Michal. Our home was in a quite unusual category being architectural, smaller than average, but highly detailed. We would recommend them unreservedly to anyone looking for excellent communication & marketing, stunning photography, and results.
Peter & Sandy Stubbs (Residential Vendor)
I listed my 10ha vineyard property with Tim and Michal and was totally happy and appreciative of the professionalism that they both showed in getting the job done. It was a stressful time for me but they kept me informed as to what was going on throughout the process which was reassuring and I have no hesitation in recommending their services to anyone who is contemplating selling their property.
Ken Prain (Vendor)
Michal & Tim, I really appreciate your help and efforts during this campaign. I have tried many other agents before and have tried selling property for a long time, this is the first offer I ever had in the last year or so. Your vendor reports are very detailed and kept me updated all the way through the campaign. I wouldn’t be able to get this sale across the line without your professionalism. Thank you!
Lily Wu
Michal and Tim came highly recommended to us and we have absolutely no hesitation in doing the same. They were highly attentive with quality marketing collateral and an extensive reach. We had a considerable amount of viewings, but they communicated well and went out of their way to minimize the disruption to our family. We appreciated the timely updates and the overall transparency throughout the entire sales process. We will definitely use these master negotiators again!
Marius & Claudia Kennedy (Lifestyle Vendor)
Moving house can be a stressful and demanding at the best of times, Tim & Michal made the marketing and sales part of the process as simple and easy as it could be for us. Both were a pleasure to deal with, completely professional, kind, and full of great suggestions and local market knowledge. Our sales process couldn’t have gone more smoothly and we would certainly deal with them again in the future.
Hamish & Fiona Turner (Lifestyle Vendor)
When purchasing our new home we found both Tim and Michal to be very professional with very good and quick communication on any of our requests. It was a pleasure to purchase via Tim and Michal.
Paul & Robyn Fuller (Lifestyle Purchaser)
Tim and Michal have been a pleasure to work with, very professional and organised team. They ran an brilliant marketing campaign, very informative, excellent at communicating and made the selling process of my property stress free with a fantastic outcome. Thank You.
Carolyn Devine (Residential Vendor)
Thank you also for your caring approach to your work, and a seamless process from beginning through to settlement.
Karen O’Carroll (Residential Purchaser)
We recently sold our home at 75 Lake Timara Road , Blenheim. Tim and Michal did a great job for us, in not easy market conditions, but they delivered us a great result. Their calm and considered approach was also well articulated, communication was always on point, whilst managing our expectations well. No hesitation in recommending them, good team at work which was obvious from day one.
Phil & Kirsty Hardie Boys (Lifestyle Vendor)
When it comes to the serious business of selling real estate, we can’t think of any two people better than Michal and Tim. They’re totally professional, they know their stuff, are very pleasant to deal with, and – most important – are willing to go the extra mile for their clients. They did a terrific job for us and we are extremely grateful.
Anthony & Elizabeth Plummer (Vineyard Lifestyle Vendor - Te Harakeke)
From when we first met to discuss the possibility of Sotheby's appraising our property and preparing a marketing proposal, and until the property was declared unconditional, Tim and Michal demonstrated their professional manner with market knowledge, excellent feedback with very thorough marketing reports. Marketing reach was clearly demonstrated with over 60 enquiries and 20 plus property inspections which resulted in 5 offers. We highly recommend Michal, Tim and Sotheby's for their outstanding commitment, resulting in the sale of our property in a period of market value uncertainty. A good job, well done.
D & G (Lifestyle Vendor)
Tim, Michal and Angus demonstrated an exceptional level of expertise and commitment to our quest for a perfect home. Their market knowledge was excellent, and ability to translate our requirements into a successful purchase was truly commendable. Their leadership, professionalism, and attention to detail made the process of home buying smoother than we could ever have expected. They were always available for any questions we had and ensured every detail was taken care of promptly. Their courteous, efficient, and customer-focused approach was much appreciated, and it certainly made the process less stressful. We are beyond satisfied with our experience and they made the often daunting task of purchasing a home a joy. I would highly recommend their services to anyone in need of a competent, professional, and dedicated real estate team. Thank you for turning our dream into reality.
Sergey & Zina (Lifestyle Purchasers - Halcyon House)
From when we first met to discuss the possibility of Sotheby’s appraising our property and preparing a marketing proposal, and until the property was declared unconditional, Tim and Michal demonstrated their professional manner with market knowledge, excellent feedback with very thorough marketing reports. Marketing reach was clearly demonstrated with over 60 enquiries and 20 plus property inspections which resulted in 5 offers. We highly recommend Michal, Tim and Sotheby’s for their outstanding commitment, resulting in the sale of our property in a period of market value uncertainty. A good job, well done.
Grant & Deb Baxter - Lifestyle Vendors
It was a pleasure meeting you both this past week. My compliments. Your professionalism in representing your clients and your skills in presenting their property are admirable. Your honest interest in a potential buyer as a person (and not simply a customer) is warmly felt and highly appreciated!
Erika Williams (Purchaser)
New Zealand Sotheby's International Realty in Marlborough sets the benchmark for other estate agents. Tim and Michal are an effective team who understand the importance of communications. Their photographers produce exceptional and distinctive results, and I was presented with multiple offers in a minimal amount of time. In hindsight, my only regret is that I didn't go to New Zealand Sotheby's International Realty first.
Doug Kaufman
I have worked with Tim on several occasions and have always found him to be very honest and knowledgeable about the vineyard properties he represents and the market in general. If you require the services of a real estate agent in Marlborough, I have no hesitation in recommending Tim and NZ Sotheby’s International Realty.
Dominic Pecchenino
I have recently purchased a property through Michal Wells & Tim Crawford and have been honoured to deal with them as they have been absolutely amazing and nothing but professional, throughout the whole process. Michal & Tim are an asset to Sotheby’s, they have been such a pleasure to deal with, they were informative and communicated with me through the whole process. I would not hesitate in using them for any real estate Sales or Purchasers I have in the future.
Mandy Slater

Tim Crawford

Sales Associate

M: +64 21 704 833 O: +64 3 577 1790 E: [email protected]

Tim Crawford

Local Expertise,
Global Connections