Serving Lower Hutt, Upper Hutt and Wellington
Clarity, Calm & Beautiful Spaces — Whether You’re Selling or Staying.
Whether You’re Selling or Staying
Clarity, Calm & Beautiful Spaces
Love where you live.
Styled to shine. Ready to sell.

Whether you’re preparing to sell, settling into a new home, or refreshing the home you live in, Sanctuary Home Prep GIVES clarity, confidence, and a space that feels just right.
Helping homeowners and real estate agents prepare homes beautifully — so listings stand out online, attract buyers, and achieve the best possible result.

Selling your home can feel overwhelming.

Prepare Your Home for Sale with Confidence

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What should stay? What should go?
What will actually make a difference?

At Sanctuary Home Prep, I guide homeowners & real estate agents through the preparation process with clarity & care.

My goal is simple:
Create homes that photograph beautifully, attract more buyers, & help people imagine themselves living there.

Seconds to

capture

attention

Online photos

decide viewings

Emotion drives

action

How Buyers Actually Shop Online

Buyers decide emotionally first (in seconds) — then justify logically.
  • Spaces that feel beautiful and intentional
  • More confidence whether selling, staying, or settling

What You Get


With Sanctuary, you get:
  • A home that shines online and in person
  • A simpler, calmer process
  • Spaces that feel beautiful and intentional
  • More confidence whether selling, staying, or settling

Signature Services

A room-by-room plan that helps you prepare your homes strategically before listing.

You’ll receive clear, prioritised recommendations (what to edit, fix, and style) to ensure your home presents beautifully both online and in person.


We’ll refresh layouts, reimagine what you already own, and create a look that feels like you.

Thoughtful styling guidance, for when you want to refresh your space and love where you live again.

Perfect for settling into a new home or reimagining an existing one.

Professional design guidance, delivered online.

Perfect if you want design direction without in-home visits — you’ll receive personalised concept boards tailored to your space, your taste, and what’s available here in
New Zealand.

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Additional Services

Additional Staging



& Support Services

For homeowners and agents who need more hands-on property presentation:

Styling on the day of your photography session to ensure every detail shines. From $350
Carefully selected accessories (cushions, throws, décor) to elevate existing furnishings.
Access to my trusted network of local trades (plumbers, painters, gardeners, cleaners, handymen)
Staging services for empty properties or partial staging for key rooms -creating inviting, buyer-focused spaces

Pre-Photoshoot Prep

Styling Enhancements

Wrap-around Services

partial & Vacant Stage

Before & After Transformations

Small changes can make a powerful difference.

Why Preparing Your Home Matters


Buyers make decisions within seconds — often before they’ve even walked through the door.
And with most searches starting online, presentation isn’t just important — it’s essential.

A well-prepared, beautifully presented home attracts more interest, sells faster, and often achieves a stronger price. But just as importantly, it reduces your stress and helps you move forward with confidence.
When it comes to your home, those words couldn’t be more true.
Selling or styling a home can feel overwhelming.
Many homeowners wonder:

  • What should I change?
  • What actually matters to buyers?
  • Where should I start?

Real estate agents face a similar challenge — helping sellers present their homes well while standing out in a competitive market.

HOMES THAT ARE THOUGHTFULLY PREPARED:

  • Attract more attention online
  • Bring more buyers through the door
  • Help buyers connect emotionally with the space
  • Often sell faster and for stronger offers
Preparation isn't about perfection — it's about presenting your home in its best light.
Without thoughtful preparation, homes often blend into the background online.
You never get a second chance to make a first impression.
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- oscar Wilde

For Real Estate Agents

HELPING YOUR LISTINGS STAND OUT

Sanctuary Home Prep works alongside real estate agents to ensure homes enter the market looking their best.

Together we create listings that:
• photograph beautifully
• attract more buyer interest
• strengthen your professional brand

Because every listing photo is a reflection of your brand.

Prepare Your Home for Sale

Download the Pre-Sale Prep TOP 10 TIPS GUIDE

  • https://sanctuaryhomestaging.co.nz/TopTenPrepTips
A calm, practical guide to preparing your home for sale without overwhelm.

Includes:
  • what buyers notice first
  • the rooms that matter most
  • simple changes that make a big difference

Who Am I?

I’m Liesl, founder of Sanctuary Home Prep
Certified, experienced, and gently supportive — I help you make your property shine, by creating calm, inviting spaces with clear, simple steps.

I understand how emotional and confusing home preparation can feel.
I create calm, cohesive spaces that feel warm, natural, and lived-in, and help you make the most of your home’s potential.

  • Expert Level Staging Design Professionalâ„¢
  • Occupied Consultation Specialistâ„¢
  • Years in design, marketing, and renovation
  • Trusted by real estate agents across Wellington
I’m Liesl, founder of Sanctuary Home Prep

I help homeowners navigate the emotional and practical journey of preparing their homes.

With experience in marketing, design, and renovation, I work alongside agents and homeowners to create homes that feel calm, welcoming, and ready for their next chapter.


Because homes are more than properties...
... they’re places where life happens.
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2. Get a Clear

Action Plan

  1. Book a Consultation

3. Enjoy a Space That Feels

Beautiful and Managed

The How

We talk through your goals, challenges, & what matters most.
Room-by-room guidance for selling, styling, or settling in.
You move forward confidently — with support, not stress.
Ready to feel calmer about your home?
Without a plan, home preparation becomes frustrating, time-consuming, and overwhelming — and homes often present poorly.
  • Spaces that feel beautiful and intentional
  • More confidence whether selling, staying, or settling
I’d love to help your home shine — whether you're preparing your home for sale or refreshing your living space. Let's chat.

Get in touch on 022 610 9934 or hello@sanctuaryhomestaging.co.nz
Or book your Market-Prep Consultation, Home Styling or e-Styling today.
Let’s Start With a Conversation.
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