Business Details
Your Trusted Wine Country Real Estate Team
Living In Wine Country was founded on a deep passion for the Wine Country lifestyle and a commitment to exceeding client expectations. With over 35 years of combined experience in this region, our team specializes in helping clients achieve their real estate goals through personalized service and market expertise. Our approach combines complementary skill sets to address diverse client aspirations, ensuring precision in every transaction. We maintain a strong focus on local market knowledge, which allows us to navigate the complexities of the Wine Country real estate landscape effectively. Our track record includes representing over 1,000 buyers and sellers, solidifying our reputation as the #1 team in Napa and Sonoma counties by dollar volume.We prioritize seamless processes by handling logistics proactively and managing vendor relationships to minimize client disruptions. Our marketing strategies incorporate high-end photography, interior design consultation, and curated presentation techniques to maximize property appeal. Through partnerships with Compass Luxury, REALM, and other networks, we provide clients access to unparalleled resources and exposure. Our team's backgrounds in finance, construction, and negotiation enhance our ability to deliver exceptional service. We measure success not just by transactions completed but by the lasting relationships we build with our clients and community.
Services
Real Estate Representation
Luxury Property Marketing
Buyer Consultation
Market Analysis
Community Insights
Highlights and features
- 35+ years of combined local real estate expertise
- #1 team in Napa & Sonoma counties by dollar volume
- Personalized service prioritizing client goals
- Proven negotiation strategies for optimal outcomes
- Access to exclusive luxury real estate networks
What people say
Hassle-free experience
Highest caliber representation
Market expertise
Personalized attention
Top-producing agents
Services
Real Estate Representation
Providing comprehensive real estate services for buyers and sellers in Wine Country markets. Our team offers personalized guidance through every transaction phase, from initial consultation to closing. We combine market expertise with strategic negotiation to help clients achieve optimal property outcomes.
Luxury Property Marketing
Specializing in luxury property presentation through high-end photography and interior design consultation. Our marketing strategies leverage Compass Luxury resources and local market knowledge to attract qualified buyers and maximize property exposure in competitive Wine Country markets.
Buyer Representation
Assisting buyers in finding ideal Wine Country properties with tailored search parameters and expert negotiation. We provide market insights and financial analysis to help clients make informed purchasing decisions while streamlining the buying process through our extensive professional networks.
Market Analysis
Delivering data-driven market assessments to determine competitive pricing strategies. Our analysis incorporates current market trends and comparative sales data to help sellers maximize returns and buyers make informed offers in Napa and Sonoma county markets.
Community Expertise
Leveraging decades of regional experience to provide clients with community-specific insights. Our team's deep understanding of Wine Country neighborhoods, schools, and amenities helps clients find properties matching their lifestyle needs and investment goals.
People
Maurice Tegelaar
Principal + Founding Member
A California native with over 35 years of Sonoma Valley real estate experience. Former CPA background enhances financial analysis capabilities. Recognized locally and nationally as a top-producing agent with Compass since 2012.
Matt Sevenau
Principal + Founding Member
Real estate professional with expertise in negotiation and construction. Licensed contractor background complements property assessment skills. Active community volunteer focused on youth and environmental causes in Napa and Sonoma counties.
Questions
What areas do you specialize in?
We specialize in Napa and Sonoma counties with deep expertise in communities like Calistoga, St. Helena, and Glen Ellen.
How do you represent buyers and sellers?
We offer full-service representation with personalized strategies for property valuation, negotiation, and marketing tailored to each client's needs.
What makes your luxury marketing unique?
Our luxury marketing combines high-end photography, interior design consultation, and Compass Luxury network access for maximum property exposure.
Do you work with first-time buyers?
While we serve all clients, our expertise particularly benefits those seeking premium Wine Country properties with complex transaction needs.
How are you connected in the community?
As lifelong residents, we maintain strong local networks through community involvement and partnerships with regional businesses and organizations.
Reviews (6)
Bonnie Barnes
Jan 07, 2022
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We could not be happier that Maurice, Matt, and the Living in Wine Country team handled the sale of our home. Their expertise, professionalism, attention to detail, constant communication with us, and commitment to our transaction gave us full confidence in them. They went above and beyond to find "our buyers" and made the whole process go as smoothly as we could have hoped it would.
Bill Stewart
Jan 04, 2022
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Maurice worked with us when we bought and then much later sold our home in Sonoma County. Both times he was a total professional, responsive, knowledgeable, friendly and focused on getting the job done. I've bought and sold ten homes in my life, so I've worked with a lot of realtors. Maurice is among the best!
Diane Taylor
Jan 05, 2021
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Maurice, Matt, Cherie and the entire team were outstanding to work with. Professional, responsive, engaging, and thorough. Although they were extremely busy with numerous listings when they sold our house, we always felt as if we were their only clients. We interviewed several realtors before choosing Maurice and Matt and we know we made the right decision. And now were working with them to find the perfect, next house. Were confident theyll find it!!
Lisa D.
May 12, 2020
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Maurice and his team brought great attention to detail in the sale of our family home, we were very pleased. Real Estate transactions can at times be stressful, his team brought a zen quality to the experience. Extremely professional, knowledgeable, providing high quality outreach and marketing and ultimately matching a buyer with the property that will fully enjoy its amenities. His patience and depth of knowledge benefits everyone involved. A+ rating! - Lisa & Tom Duryea
Kathleen Mellon
Nov 26, 2019
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Maurice has been the broker for us for 6 transactions over the years. His experience and professionalism brought each to a satisfactory conclusion. Buying or selling a property involves a partnership between the buyers or sellers and their broker and we have always felt that Maurice was truly invested in that essential aspect of every transaction.
Nic Meerholz
Jul 12, 2019
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Of all the realtors I have the pleasure of working with in the Sonoma and Napa Valleys Maurice Tegelaar and his team are unparalleled. Maurice and his team provide the highest level of service and truly go above and beyond with each of their listings, paying attention to each and every detail.
