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The Essence of Queenstown

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Experience Queenstown's vibrant city life at this inner-city apartment on Shotover Street. Step into the open-plan kitchen, living and dining area with glass sliding doors opening to a spacious deck showcasing spectacular views of The Remarkables and Lake Whakatipu.

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3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

The Essence of Queenstown

  • Welcome to 'The Essence of Queenstown', a beautiful holiday rental nestled in the heart of Queenstown, Otago. Fall in love with the stunning city, lake, and mountain views offered from the large balcony. This stunning property is ideal for intimate escapes or memorable family holidays.

    The property is designed to comfort and spoil up to six guests with three luxurious bedrooms. Each bedroom is outfitted with an en-suite bathroom featuring sustainable refill body soap, conditioner, and shampoo.

    No stone has been left unturned when it comes to amenities. Step into an oasis of bliss with air conditioning, a fireplace, and underfloor heating that ensures a comfortable stay regardless of the season. The fully equipped kitchen comes with a coffee machine, dishwasher, and cooking basics that brings out the chef in you.

    Never miss a beat with Sky TV and Wi-Fi keeping you entertained and connected. Additionally, the holiday rental boasts a balcony with a BBQ setup, a private living room with an integrated sound system, and a dining area for memorable family meals or social get-togethers.

    Those looking for outdoor adventures will have easy access to the ski storage and a ski and snowboard drying room. The property also provides a car parking space, elevators, and wheelchair accessibility, ensuring optimum convenience.

    Situated right at the pulse of Queenstown, 'The Essence of Queenstown' puts you in proximity to the city's vibrant entertainment scene and nature's tranquil beauty.

    Serene, elegant, and laced with luxury, 'The Essence of Queenstown' awaits your arrival to create unforgettable holiday moments!

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Property located in a resort

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Located in Queenstown City Centre, a neighbourhood in Queenstown, this apartment is in the mountains and on a lake. Williams Cottage and St Josephs Parish are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Creative Queenstown Arts & Crafts Market and Steamer Wharf. Underwater Observatory and Queenstown Mini Golf are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating. Visit our Queenstown travel guide
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Queenstown, Otago

What's nearby

  • Steamer Wharf
    Steamer Wharf
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Queenstown Beach
    Queenstown Beach
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Landscape of Queenstown, New Zealand
    Queenstown Mall
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • TSS Earnslaw Steamship
    TSS Earnslaw Steamship
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Skyline Queenstown
    Skyline Queenstown
    8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Queenstown (ZQN-Queenstown Intl.)
    9 min drive

Restaurants

  • Fergburger
    1 min walk
  • Patagonia Chocolates
    2 min walk
  • Smiths Craft Beer House
    1 min walk
  • My Thai Lounge
    3 min walk
  • Pub On Wharf
    3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Essence of Queenstown pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Essence of Queenstown?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Essence of Queenstown?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Essence of Queenstown?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Essence of Queenstown located?

Located in Queenstown City Centre, this apartment building is steps away from Fear Factory Queenstown, Toi o Tahuna and Creative Queenstown Arts & Crafts Market. SKYCITY Wharf Casino and Skycity Queenstown Casino are just steps away.

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The Essence of Queenstown Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Jonathan W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

NZ vacation

Highlight of our trip. Wonderful property. Very convenient to all activities in central Queenstown
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location, Location

Spectacular property in a central location
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharlene D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous

Fantastic property in an awesome location. Will definitely be back
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sutharak S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

This is an impeccable to stay.

The place is very tasefully decorated. Kitchen is fully equipped. The location is superb, situated right in the heart of town close to ships, restaurants. We enjoyed our stay in this apartment so much that we will book for next year. Highly recommended.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sean G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great apartment in a perfect location!

Absolutely great apartment! Exceptionally clean and well appointed. We stayed for a ski holiday, and the location was great for walking to shops & dinner. The enclosed parking space and gear room with glove/boot dryer were very nice additions. You will not find a better location in Queenstown. We highly recommend this apartment!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Barry G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Marathon

Excellent property, great location, easy to follow instructions re all detail. Closeness to Bar and Gym creates some downside. Otherwise Great.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Graham B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Queenstown

Location was excellent, property is spot on for an enjoyable stay in the centre of Queenstown
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

4/10 Poor

Yohei

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026