About Us
McQueen Real Estate specialises in selling lifestyle residences, luxury property, rural acreage and boutique accommodation businesses across Daylesford and Central Victoria. Our innovative, vibrant and proactive approach to marketing ensures a highly successful campaign showcasing each property to a broad audience.
We offer a bespoke service catering to locals and city clientele, and our network of Melbourne buyers brings added value to sellers looking to capitalise on this lucrative market. Our solid reputation is built on providing trustworthy advice, delivering impeccable service and achieving exceptional sales results.
Every lifestyle buyer is unique, and the power of nurturing an emotional connection with each property cannot be understated. McQueen
understands the practicalities that exist with a move to the country, as well as navigating the needs of family.
McQueen Real Estate sets the benchmark for the industry and market to follow, many crediting Kim McQueen for raising the market value
in Daylesford and the region. McQueen Real Estate has and will continue to set the standard for others to follow, and continues to achieve
premium sales for premium properties
The Team
Kim McQueen
Director | Licensed Real Estate Agent | 0417 116 657 | kim@mcqueenre.com.au
McQueen is spearheaded by the region’s leading and most accomplished agent –
Kim McQueen, who brings extensive prestige Melbourne real estate experience and
substantial corporate and commercial acumen to country Victoria, having been a
leading light in Australia’s high-end property scene for more than 25 years.
Kim’s unprecedented real estate expertise working with several of Melbourne’s
prestige real estate brands as well as international corporate entities, combined
with years working in media as a news journalist, affords Kim a unique talent for representing her clients to gain maximum exposure and achieve outstanding results.
Kim’s love for the country and personal passion for lifestyle property drew her to Central Victoria to establish McQueen Real Estate. During this time Kim and McQueen Real Estate have set the bench mark for record sales and service in Daylesford and the
regions.
Sarah Marinkovic
Licensed Real Estate Agent | 0420 246 200 | sarah@mcqueenre.com.au
Energetic. Professional. Community-Minded.
Warm, approachable, and driven,Sarah brings a refreshing mix of energy, authenticity, and professionalism to her role as a Sales Executivewith McQueen Real Estate. She thrives on connecting with people, guiding them through life-changing property moments, and making every client feel supported, informed, and confident from start to finish.
After six successful years working with a leading Melbourne agency across the prestigious Brighton and Albert Park markets, Sarah made her own tree change to the Macedon Ranges in 2024. Nowpurchasing and living in Trentham, she has fully embraced regional life and quickly become an active part of the community — involved in local events, businesses, and charitable initiatives.
Sarah bringsMelbourne professionalism to rural real estate, combining big-city experience with genuine local insight. Her attention to detail, strong communication, and results-driven approach ensure every client receives exceptional service and outcomes that exceed expectations.
When she’s not matching clients with their dream homes, Sarah enjoys exploring the region, maintaining a healthy and active lifestyle, and spending quality time with her four children — always bringing her trademark positivity and enthusiasm to everything she does.
Hayden Evans
Sales Executive | 0412 355 548 | hayden@mcqueenre.com.au
McQueen Real Estate welcomes Hayden Evans to the team, further strengthening the agency’s presence across the Macedon Ranges with extensive local knowledge and proven sales expertise.
Born at Kyneton Hospital and raised in Trentham, Hayden’s connection to the region spans generations. His family history is firmly embedded in the local community, with his father raised on a potato farm near East Trentham.
Now living in Kyneton with his wife Laura and their three daughters, Hayden has personally bought, sold and renovated property locally, giving him first-hand insight into the region’s lifestyle, housing market, and long-term appeal.
Professionally, Hayden brings more than 20 years of experience across sales, client advisory, and the building industry. His strong understanding of construction quality, materials, and value is a natural fit when representing premium homes and lifestyle properties.
Beyond real estate, Hayden is deeply involved in the local community. He remains an active committee member, and is a former player at both Trentham and Kyneton.
Jennifer Leyden
Operations Manager | 0419 003 501 | jen@mcqueenre.com.au
As Operations Manager at McQueen Real Estate, Jennifer Leyden brings more than 25 years of professional experience across sales administration, business operations, and client service. Highly organised and results-oriented, Jennifer is known for her precision, reliability, and ability to manage complex processes seamlessly.
A long-term Woodend local, Jennifer and her family are deeply connected to the community. Her local knowledge, combined with her professional expertise, allows her to support both clients and the McQueen team with insight and efficiency.
With a background spanning industries including real estate, construction, mining, hospitality, automotive, and healthcare, Jennifer has developed strong leadership, HR, and financial management skills. She excels in building robust systems, streamlining operations, and supporting high-performing teams.
Jennifer ensures every aspect of McQueen Real Estate’s business — from sales administration to client communication — runs with precision and professionalism, reflecting the premium standard for which the McQueen brand is known across the Macedon Ranges and Hepburn Shires.
Ash Irving
Client Services & Marketing | 03 5348 3323 | ash@mcqueenre.com.au
Ash brings a dynamic blend of creativity, organisation, and client-focused professionalism to McQueen Real Estate. She is highly motivated and results-driven, consistently delivering polished marketing outputs and exceptional client service. Her experience producing high-quality digital and print content, managing social media communication, and supporting end-to-end office operations allows her to maintain the high standard of the McQueen brand and ensure a seamless client experience.
Her strong stakeholder engagement skills enable her to build rapport quickly, communicate with clarity, and support clients through each stage of their property journey. Ash’s efficiency in administration, attention to detail, and proactive approach ensure smooth internal operations and reliable support for the sales team.
Beyond real estate, Ash draws on a rich creative background in hairdressing and theatre production, where she has collaborated backstage, managed fast-paced tasks, and adapted quickly to evolving demands. This experience strengthens her adaptability, problem-solving skills, and ability to bring fresh, creative thinking to the team.
Ash’s commitment to quality, teamwork, and client care makes her an invaluable part of McQueen Real Estate.
Peter McQueen
BDM / Licensed Real Estate Agent | 0417 116 677 | peter@mcqueenre.com.au
With over three decades of experience, Peter McQueen brings invaluable knowledge and commitment to his role as Director and Business Development Manager of McQueen Real Estate. Renowned for crafting and selling some of Melbourne’s most iconic homes and apartments, Peter is not just a seasoned professional but a person of great integrity, known for his open communication, transparency, and peerless loyalty.
In his multifaceted role, Peter goes beyond conventional real estate practices, engaging with clients on a profound level to understand the intricacies of their properties, discussing optimal marketing strategies, and ensuring unparalleled service. His ability to engage and converse favourably with clients, both existing and prospective, sets a standard of excellence in the industry.