Rob & Julie Warnes sold my home in St Ives. I chose to sell off market to avoid open homes and auctions etc… and went with Rob & Julie because of their experience and knowledge of this process. I found them to be both affable and professional. They kept me informed at all times with regard to the progress of the sale. I would highly recommend them for anyone thinking of selling their home.
I recently purchased a house in St Ives through Robert Warnes, and I couldn’t be more satisfied with the experience. Robert is exceptionally professional, honest, and reliable. His communication was always clear and timely, and he consistently went above and beyond to make the process smooth and stress-free. He showed great attention to detail, responded quickly to all my questions, and most importantly, helped me secure a great price for the property. I truly appreciate his patience and professionalism throughout the entire transaction. I would highly recommend Robert to anyone looking to buy or sell property — he’s a genuine professional you can trust.
Rob and Julie have made the experience of selling our home of 15 years as smooth and as stress free as possible, their market knowledge, professionalism and honesty is what makes them both fantastic agents to deal with and their level of communication is second to none. They provided honest advice, kept us informed at every stage, and went above and beyond to achieve an excellent result. We are so grateful for their dedication and expertise — I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them to anyone looking to sell.
We had a fantastic experience working with Julie and Rob. They are genuine, caring professionals who guided us through every step of the buying process. Their communication was clear and responsive, making it easy to stay informed and confident throughout. We're truly grateful for how smooth and enjoyable the entire experience was with Lane and Place.
“We were assisted by Rob & Julie Warnes in purchasing a house in St Ives for a family member & were extremely fortunate to have done so. They were not only exceedingly helpful, but their knowledge of the market & their approach resulted in the transaction having been completed expeditiously & in a cordial manner. From our initial contact to settlement & beyond, we were impressed by their approach which resulted in our having secured a wonderful property which will remain in our family for many years & bring us much joy. I do not believe that this would have occurred in the smooth & convivial way it did without Rob & Julie's assistance. In summation, their approach is completely different from any previous experience & we cannot commend them highly enough - you will be extremely fortunate to have these fine people involved with your property We are very grateful-thank you (11/10).
We had a wonderful experience working with Julie and Robert. They are truly caring agents who go above and beyond to support you throughout the property buying process. Their follow-up on every enquiry was excellent, and they always made sure we felt informed and comfortable at every step. It was a very positive experience working with this lovely couple, and we would highly recommend them to anyone looking for dedicated and reliable agents!
Exceptional professionalism led to an exceptional result. Thank you to Julie and Rob Warnes of Lane and Place for the personal attention provided throughout the sale and auction campaign for 1 Oxley Avenue, St Ives. After first meeting Julie and Rob I was confident they understood what we wanted to achieve as a result, and how we wanted to get there. Importantly, they engaged in regular and detailed discussions with us which gave us confidence in the process and relevant and current insight into the local real estate market. Julie and Rob provided us with professional recommendations and advice which ensured the property was at its best throughout the campaign. Their support went above and well beyond the activities of marketing and sales, and they gave the same care and attention to our property as they would have with their own. Further to that, Julie and Rob were always available, thoughtful and considerate throughout the process, including at some critical moments during the auction. Selling or buying a home can be such a stressful experience for both the vendor and the purchaser. Julie and Rob worked in front of and behind the scenes to ensure everything went smoothly. That made all the difference and led to a happy outcome for everyone. I highly recommend Lane and Place and Julie and Rob to any prospective vendor. Great people, great agents!
Rob and Julie have worked tirelessly for our project, they have done their absolutely best and have achieved amazing result, we are much appreciated and grateful for their contribution and involvement for this project and will not hesitate to recommend them. Thank you so much Rob and Julie!
Rob and Julie have excellent communication skills and professional knowledge. It was very pleasant to do business with them. We are grateful to Rob and Julie for their patient assistance in helping buyers solve various questions. We are very happy to have purchased this house and look forward to our next collaboration.
Rob and Julie were fantastic to work with! Their professionalism, market knowledge, and clear communication made selling our home smooth and stress-free. They went above and beyond to present our property beautifully and achieved a great result. Highly recommend!
We sold our home through Lane and Place (Rob and Julie Warnes) in August 2025. Our property appealed to a niche market, which we knew would be a challenge. Rob worked tirelessly to attract the right buyers, showcasing the home’s best features and ensuring every lead was followed up. His professionalism shone through from start to finish - he was always on top of the details, went the extra mile to assist, and made sure everything ran smoothly behind the scenes. Rob had a wonderful way of connecting with people. He approached each prospective buyer with genuine interest in their circumstances and needs, which made the process feel personal and human. His clear communication and consistent updates gave us confidence at every stage, right through to the final sale which was secured before auction. I couldn’t be happier with the wonderful family who purchased our home, and I’m thrilled knowing it will be filled with laughter and love for years to come. Our own circumstances also called for sensitivity, and Rob made sure everyone involved felt comfortable, respected and fully informed. He balanced professionalism with approachability, and I couldn’t be happier with the choice we made in selecting Rob at Lane and Place. Thank you, Rob.
We gave Rob and Julie, what can only be described as an interesting property to sell. Our family had lived in the house for 68 years. And had seen our pleasant bushland setting change as the main road became much busier. However precious little had been done to upgrade the house in that time. Now with our parents gone we needed to sell it. But who, would be interested in a unrenovated 2 bed room house on a busy street? What was it worth? What would we need to do to get it ready? There was nothing in the suburb similar to this house sold recently that could be used as a guide. Plus we were all leading busy lives on another side of Sydney. Rob and Julie saw the challenges of the property as an opportunity. They impressed us straight away, they knew the local market, and they listened to us. They suggested a simple strategy that emphasised the strengths of the property and took advantage of current market interest. Rob always kept us updated and guided us through the process to sale. He did not over promise and acted with integrity toward us and prospective buyers.
