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MCKINNON & SONS Agents for discerning Clients

MCKINNON & SONS Agents for discerning ClientsMCKINNON & SONS Agents for discerning ClientsMCKINNON & SONS Agents for discerning Clients

Aldinga Beach | Port Willunga | Southern Suburbs
Real Estate for discerning clients who value integrity and discretion

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off market Esplanade aldinga beach

A modern coastal retreat with panoramic views

This modern coastal home captures everything people love about Esplanade living. With four bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a separate garage, it combines clean design with easy, low-maintenance style. The open living area frames ocean views and soft sea breezes, while the outdoor terrace offers the perfect spot for sunsets and morning coffee. Whether you’re looking for a permanent beach home, a weekend escape, or a premium holiday rental, this address delivers modern comfort with timeless coastal calm. Contact us for photos and more details - this home is selling "off market".

Make this beautiful home your own!

For a confidential appraisal, get in touch with us

we have properties for sale off market

Currently offering off-market opportunities across the Adelaide Hills and the Southern Coast — from Seacliff through to Sellicks Beach.

We take a distinctly different approach to selling, working with only a select number of properties at any one time. This ensures your home receives our complete focus, bespoke marketing, and the kind of strategic attention that high-value properties demand. It’s not about volume—it’s about precision. Every detail, from presentation to negotiation, is curated to achieve a superior result. This is why our clients often sell ahead of schedule — above expectation — with the confidence of knowing their property was never treated as just another listing.

About

Catherine

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Catherine


Catherine McKinnon Griss brings over two decades of high-level commercial and governance experience to real estate, with an international background spanning luxury product development, global trade, and premium client negotiation.

An award-winning business founder, her work has extended across Dubai, the UK, Malaysia, Fiji, China, Singapo


Catherine McKinnon Griss brings over two decades of high-level commercial and governance experience to real estate, with an international background spanning luxury product development, global trade, and premium client negotiation.

An award-winning business founder, her work has extended across Dubai, the UK, Malaysia, Fiji, China, Singapore, Oman, Ireland, India and beyond — with high-profile contracts including global airlines such as Lufthansa, British Airways, and Qatar Airways, as well as luxury resorts internationally.

Catherine’s client base has included celebrities and high-net-worth individuals, and she is recognised for her discretion, strategic thinking, and ability to negotiate outcomes well above expectation.

With a sharp eye for presentation, a deep understanding of buyer psychology, and a reputation built on integrity and results, Catherine is trusted by clients who expect an elevated sales experience and premium outcomes.

Buddy

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Catherine

 

Buddy McKinnon brings a strong background in business management, international relationship management, and high-level client engagement to McKinnon & Sons Real Estate.

With experience overseeing staff training globally and working within Federal Government environments, Buddy has developed exceptional communication skills, strong market

 

Buddy McKinnon brings a strong background in business management, international relationship management, and high-level client engagement to McKinnon & Sons Real Estate.

With experience overseeing staff training globally and working within Federal Government environments, Buddy has developed exceptional communication skills, strong market awareness, and an instinctive ability to connect with people from all backgrounds.

Highly regarded for his integrity, loyalty, and calm professionalism, Buddy is known for building rapport quickly and negotiating with confidence — whether dealing with first-home buyers or high-level decision makers.

With a sharp eye for detail and a disciplined approach to every campaign, Buddy plays a key role in delivering premium outcomes for clients across coastal, country, and prestige property.


Specialist Strengths:
• Negotiation & Strategy
• Buyer Rapport & Relationship Building
• Detail-Driven Campaign Management
• Calm, Confident Communication
• Integrity & Client Advocacy


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McKinnon & Sons is built on integrity, strategy, and an elevated client experience. We offer a boutique approach to selling, supported by trusted conveyancers and legal professionals to ensure every transaction is handled with precision and discretion.

With an international business background spanning luxury hotels, airlines, resorts and 


McKinnon & Sons is built on integrity, strategy, and an elevated client experience. We offer a boutique approach to selling, supported by trusted conveyancers and legal professionals to ensure every transaction is handled with precision and discretion.

With an international business background spanning luxury hotels, airlines, resorts and celebrity clientele, we bring a rare level of professionalism and presentation to the real estate industry.

100% Adelaide owned and operated, we represent clients across South Australia, specialising in Coastal, Country and Prestige Property.

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Find Your Perfect Home with McKinnon & Sons

From the city

From the city

From the city

From the city
Tailored property searches. Private guidance. Strategic results.

We work closely with buyers to match lifestyle, location and long-term value — from Adelaide’s inner suburbs to the coastline and beyond.


Discreet. Focused. Exceptionally personal.

100% South Australian owned and operated.


Aldinga Beach | Port Willunga | Adelaide Hills | All Suburbs

To the sea

From the city

From the city

To the sea
Confidential appraisals for homes of distinction.

If you’re considering selling — now or later — we provide accurate market insight, strategic advice, and premium-level presentation guidance.


No pressure. No gimmicks. Just clarity and confidence.

We sell across South Australia — coastal, country and prestige.


Coastal | Country | Prestige Property
Speak with us for a confidential appraisal.


From bespoke country escapes

From bespoke country escapes

From bespoke country escapes

To the vineyards

From bespoke country escapes

From bespoke country escapes

The difference

It’s the difference between a good result and the best result.

For vendors who expect more. A boutique agency built on strategy, discretion, and results.

Call us today and experience the difference. We work with a select number of clients at any one time, ensuring your property receives full focus, premium presentation, and strong negotiation.

We sell better

Integrity

Discretion

Discretion

I love that you didn't treat me like a number and instead you treated me like I mattered. No other agent cared. Thank you so much, you're a legend. -BB

Discretion

Discretion

Discretion

Wow! Catherine showed empathy and understood our needs as a family. She worked with us tirelessly and achieved a fantastic result. McKinnon and Sons really are the BEST. - KM

Results

Discretion

Results

You guys are so damn amazing. So easy to deal with. - FR

Trust

Reputation

Results

You speak so beautifully about your Vendors—and that is so you, Cat. Calm strength, absolute grace, and a quiet determination to deliver.

This is why people trust you—not just because you’re brilliant at what you do, but because they know you’re in their corner, heart and soul. And you will get them the best deal. You shift their story from “this is hard” to “this is happening beautifully.” - IV

Reputation

Reputation

Reputation

I just want to say a massive thank you for your outstanding work and consistency in delivering and going above and beyond! It takes some serious skill to do what you do that well. And how calm you are about it speaks volumes. Once again thank you from the bottom of my heart and let's keep in touch! - KA

Friendly

Reputation

Reputation

You're such friendly and honest agents and we really appreciate what you have done for us. We had complete trust in you and you did so well. No one could have done it better. - MP

Genuine

Genuine

Genuine

We could tell as soon as we met Catherine and Buddy that they are ethical and honest, and genuinely cared about us. We are very grateful to have had them sell our property and for a lot more than other agents had said they would get. - DT

Results

Genuine

Genuine

Catherine and Buddy are the best real estate agents, it's as simple as that. They always achieve better than other agents say they can get and they're so friendly and easy to deal with. We are really happy with the sale of our house. - J&J

Helpful

Genuine

Helpful

Rolling up your sleeves, helping the owners (us - and I have seen what you have done for others), and going above what any ordinary agent would do. That’s the kind of integrity that’s baked into everything you touch—whether it’s a house, your other business, or people’s lives. Thank you so much! - HR

Best

Dedication

Helpful

Thank you so much! We couldn't have achieved what we did without you and your skills. - IA

Happy

Dedication

Dedication

Thank you so much, you did us so well. We are so very happy with the result and so much more than other agents priced our property at. We can now move on happily. - J&R A

Dedication

Dedication

Dedication

I tell everyone I had the BEST agents, and I did. You saw the potential and negotiated hard which is a real strength that you have. Over $200,000 more than others agents had said was achievable was only because of your skills. I couldn't be more happy. - TD

Selected Sales

Sold $100,000 Above Expectation Private two-bedroom residence.

Sold $115,000 Above Competing Appraisals Appraised lower elsewhere. Sold higher with McKinnon & Sons.

Sold $115,000 Above Competing Appraisals Appraised lower elsewhere. Sold higher with McKinnon & Sons.

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Sold $115,000 Above Competing Appraisals Appraised lower elsewhere. Sold higher with McKinnon & Sons.

Sold $115,000 Above Competing Appraisals Appraised lower elsewhere. Sold higher with McKinnon & Sons.

Sold $115,000 Above Competing Appraisals Appraised lower elsewhere. Sold higher with McKinnon & Sons.

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Sold in 7 Days Acreage lifestyle home. Strong demand.

Sold $115,000 Above Competing Appraisals Appraised lower elsewhere. Sold higher with McKinnon & Sons.

Sold in 7 Days Acreage lifestyle home. Strong demand.

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McKinnon & Sons Real Estate

Deliberate Focus

In a world where agents juggle dozens of listings, we choose a different path—deliberate focus. By working with only a select number of clients at any one time, we offer the rare advantage of full attention, tailored strategy, and strong negotiation. This is how we consistently achieve premium outcomes. We take on a select number of listings at a time to ensure exceptional focus and results. Availability is limited.

You are wonderful - I couldn't have done this without you - I highly recommend McKinnon & Sons - Ele

You are wonderful - I couldn't have done this without you - I highly recommend McKinnon & Sons - Ele

You are wonderful - I couldn't have done this without you - I highly recommend McKinnon & Sons - Ele

You are wonderful - I couldn't have done this without you - I highly recommend McKinnon & Sons - Ele

You are wonderful - I couldn't have done this without you - I highly recommend McKinnon & Sons - Ele

You are wonderful - I couldn't have done this without you - I highly recommend McKinnon & Sons - Ele

Bespoke service

As an independent agency, we are free to negotiate without pressure — focused solely on achieving the strongest possible outcome for our clients.

We take time to understand your priorities, then tailor a strategic campaign designed to tempt the right buyer and drive premium competition.
Our results consistently exceed expectations — because we don’t follow a template. We create one.


Executed with precision — and positioned for premium results.


Discreet. Strategic. Results-driven.

Our Services

We provide a full-service, end-to-end sales experience — including strategic pricing, premium marketing, buyer engagement, negotiation, and settlement management.

We advise you on what will genuinely add value, and what is unnecessary. Our approach is designed to maximise your sale price with precision — without wasted spend or generic campaigns.

From presentation to final negotiation, every detail is handled with focus, discretion, and intent.

Our Philosophy

At McKinnon & Sons, integrity is non-negotiable.
We operate with discretion, loyalty, and an unwavering commitment to achieving the strongest result for every client.

We work with a select portfolio at any one time to ensure every campaign receives full attention, strategic focus, and premium execution.

Many of our listings are managed off-market by request — a reflection of the trust our clients place in us, and the calibre of properties we represent.

Why Choose An Independent Agency

  • We work with a select number of clients at any one time, ensuring complete focus and premium execution.
     
  • We take the time to understand your priorities and tailor a strategy to suit your property and your goals.
     
  • You are never treated as “just another listing” — discretion, respect, and loyalty are standard.
     
  • We adapt quickly, negotiate confidently, and act decisively — without franchise pressure.
     
  • We know the local market, the right buyers, and how to position your property for maximum impact.
     
  • Our advice is the same advice we would give our own family.
     
  • We operate with transparency and integrity at every stage.
     
  • Proudly 100% South Australian owned and operated.

Guidance That Protects You

Whether it’s finance, contracts, legal considerations, or market timing, we guide you through every detail with clarity and confidence. Our role is to protect your position, remove uncertainty, and ensure you feel informed at every stage.5

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