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SKENE & CO. delivers bespoke service and premium real estate results across the Byron Shire.
Meet SKENE & CO.
Whether you’re shopping for your dream home, selling a premium real estate asset or scouting your next business venture, choosing the right advisor is an important first step.
Led by established Byron Bay real estate agent Matthew Skene, SKENE & CO. takes a bespoke approach by seeking to properly understand your needs, desires and goals.
Armed with a strong local knowledge of the Byron Shire property market, SKENE & CO. is well positioned to provide opportunities and deliver solid sales results in both residential and commercial real estate.
In a market where timing is key, SKENE & CO. has carved a reputation for getting listings live within a tight timeframe, working on a minimal marketing budget, and using innovative technology to maximise exposure.
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Testimonials
Matthew Skene exceeded our expectations. We were one of three tenants that had five years left on our lease and our successful Italian restaurant, Jonsons Restaurant Bar, was approached for a lease buyout. This was all handled by Matthew on behalf of the owners.
He was also successful in including our business in the sale.
If you are looking for an absolute professional in all facets of real estate, Matthew’s soft yet assertive approach to negotiation is what sets him apart. We both enjoyed dealing with him and highly recommend SKENE&CO. to anyone wanting to buy or sell in and around Byron Bay.
Matthew was excellent to deal with – he responded to all of our many queries promptly – no matter what time of day it was. He gave us really good insight into the local area. I found Matthew to be both genuine and professional throughout the entire buying process – Certainly someone who is big on customer service and who operates with integrity – A breath of fresh air in the industry!
We looked for an acreage lifestyle home which could accommodate my horse. Living in Sydney we flew up randomly to look at properties, relying on agent knowledge about the hinterland. Matthew showed us around & matched our brief with the property we ended up buying! Initially we thought it was too large & over our budget. He persisted because the property ticked nearly all our boxes which is hard to find in rural. Matthew is easy to deal with which mattered because we were not locals.
We engaged Matthew to sell our property in Northern NSW. Matthew was part of the Byron Bay office and part of the Kollosche Agencies that we had bought through before. He exceeded our expectations with his service, communication and campaign. He took our phone calls at all times of the day and both ourselves and the purchasers thoroughly enjoyed the whole experience. I would have no hesitation in recommending Matthew to anyone buying or selling their property.
Matthew was a pleasure to work with throughout the entire process of buying our home.
No matter what, Matthew was professional and went above and beyond to make the experience positive.
We would recommend working with Matthew to anyone who values honesty and integrity.
Laurel & Michael Judell (111 Jonson St, Byron Bay)
111 Jonson Street Byron Bay, NSW 2481 – Commercial Sale
Brief
Take three commercial shops located on one of Byron Bay’s premier retail streets with five years’ leases remaining to market.
Outcome
Merivale CEO Justin Hemmes purchased the three properties for $11.9M, which included three lease buy outs and a business sale of Jonsons Restaurant Bar.
Client testimonial
“Matthew recently sold our commercial property in Byron’s coveted CBD. He demonstrated all of the qualities you would expect from a seasoned real estate agent: well-connected, great negotiating skills, strong work ethic, and a clear drive to get a positive result for his clients.
EXCELLENT Based on 14 reviews Posted on Kurtis RettenmaierTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The Harvest site sale in Newrybar is the second property we’ve purchased through Matthew Skene, and we’ve always been delighted dealing with him. Matthew brings great energy and professionalism, and his strategic mindset is one of his strengths — it was key to getting this transaction across the line. We’re thrilled to have secured these three properties as well as our family home in Newrybar, and we’re passionate about bringing new life to the community. We’d highly recommend Matthew to anyone buying or selling their property — he’s honest, hardworking, and gets the job done with little fuss. Kurt & LeahPosted on Steve BedfordTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Matthew’s professionalism and commitment were evident from the start. He took the time to understand our property, its history, and its unique appeal. His deep knowledge of the local area, combined with his exceptional communication skills, made us feel confident and well-informed throughout the process. What truly stood out, however, were Matthew’s negotiation skills—they are simply unparalleled. His ability to navigate offers, handle discussions, and secure the best outcome for us was beyond impressive. In all my years, I’ve never seen anyone approach negotiations with such expertise and finesse. Beyond his professional abilities, Matthew has become more than just our property advisor—he’s become a friend. He’s someone we can trust, not only for real estate matters but for a friendly chat or advice on life in general. I wholeheartedly recommend reaching out to Matthew if you’re considering selling or buying property. His passion for helping people shines through in every interaction, and his knowledge is a true asset. Thank you, Matthew, for making this experience smooth, successful, and even enjoyable! Steve NewrybarPosted on Anna BorrelloTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Matthew was outstanding in the sale of my property at Brunswick Heads. His professionalism, expertise, and market knowledge made the entire process seamless. He kept me informed every step of the way, providing clear advice and guidance. Matthew's dedication and attention to detail were impressive, and I couldn’t have asked for a better property advisor. I highly recommend him! Anna BPosted on Elizabeth RoughanTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I met Matthew while assisting my sister in her hunt for a rural hinterland property near Byron Bay. He was friendly, knowledgeable and patient with her many questions. Buying this property was a slow burn which required a calm person to manage the negotiations. We met several agents during our search period (18 months) and many of them expected us to buy quicker than what worked for my sister, and without ticking all the boxes on her wish list. Luckily Matthew took things at her pace and she is besotted with her new home! A+++Posted on Jeff BennettTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Fantastic and supportive service throughout the entire process. The buyer seemed to do everything possible to make things difficult for us, but Matt kept the sale on course and everything under control and got us a much better result than we could have hoped for. I would absolutely use Skeene and Co again and can’t recommend Matt highly enough.Posted on Jonsons JonsonsTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. testimonial "Matthew Skene exceeded our expectations. We were one of three tenants that had many years left on our lease and our successful Italian restaurant, Jonsons Restaurant Bar, was approached for a lease buyout. This was all handled by Matthew on behalf of the owners. He was also successful in including our business in the sale. If you are looking for an absolute professional in all facets of real estate, Matthew’s soft yet assertive approach to negotiation is what sets him apart. We both enjoyed dealing with him and highly recommend SKENE&CO. to anyone wanting to buy or sell in and around Byron Bay. — Geoff Coward & Shereen AngelPosted on Leslie FordTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Matthew’s process in negotiating the sale of the property was exceptionally professional and real in his considerations of the needs and concerns of all the parties involved, ie: the buyer, the vendor and the tenants.Posted on Geoff CowardTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. A1 result by the team at Skene Matthew did an amazing job keeping us informed and producing a fabulous result Lovely to deal with a down to earth company who has your interests at heartPosted on Annette CampbellTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Matthew is easy to deal with, friendly and very efficient. His communication with us was always clear, concise and prompt. A complex negotiation was made easy with Matthew at the helm and we have no hesitation in recommending him to others.Posted on Philippa BurkeTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We were recently represented by Matthew Skene in the sale of our business and property on the mid north coast of NSW, and I could not recommend him more highly. When we approached him, Matthew immediately came back to us with with a list of potential buyers from what seems to be an impressive international database, and he had the property sold within weeks at a price we never thought possible. At all times during the process, Matthew was approachable and really understanding of our unique needs, but also utterly professional and realistic about the market we were in. Matt’s negotiation skills - in a sometimes tricky environment - led to a result that both vendor and buyer were really happy with. We will only be speaking with Matthew when we sell again. Philippa Burke Crescent Head ResortVerified by TrustindexTrustindex verified badge is the Universal Symbol of Trust. Only the greatest companies can get the verified badge who has a review score above 4.5, based on customer reviews over the past 12 months. Read more

