Upper Gardens
5 Min Walk To Town + 2 Min To Lake
Introducing Upper Gardens
This is a charming stand-alone home located in central Queenstown, featuring fabulous sunshine and a unique "lookout tower" for spectacular elevated views of the surrounding mountains.
6 Guests
2 Bedrooms3-4 Beds
Default: 1x Queen 1x Twin
2 Baths
Detailed property information
Whether you're here for adventure or relaxation, Upper Gardens provides a welcoming and comfortable base just moments from Queenstown's attractions while maintaining a peaceful residential feel.
VIEWS
Soak up breathtaking views of Lake Wakatipu and Queenstown's iconic mountain peaks, including The Remarkables, Cecil Peak, Walter Peak, and Bob's Peak. Large bi-fold windows and a fabulous deck maximize these stunning views, let in a refreshing mountain breeze, and flood the home with natural light. For even more impressive views, venture up the "lookout tower", which is a fun feature of the home.
LOCATION
Upper Gardens enjoys a peaceful yet incredibly convenient location on one of Queenstown's most desirable streets. Skip the steep hills and parking hassles that Queenstown is known for. Leave the car behind and easily stroll to Queenstown's fantastic restaurants, cafés, boutique shops, bars and lakefront in less than five minutes. Just a short walk away, a pathway leads directly to the scenic shores of Lake Wakatipu. The beautiful Queenstown Gardens are just a three-minute walk away, Queenstown Airport is approximately 7 km away, and Coronet Peak is 17 km away for skiing and snowboarding in winter, and downhill mountain biking during the summer months.
STYLE
Upper Gardens is a sunny and spacious two-bedroom home that offers a "home away from home" experience, with thoughtful touches throughout. Guests will love the extensive library, cookbooks, children's story books, colouring books, board games, children's games, and an incredibly well-stocked kitchen.
BEDROOMS & BATHROOMS
Both bedrooms and one bathroom are located on the main level. The master bedroom features a queen bed, while the second bedroom offers a king split bed that can be configured as two singles or one king bed. There is a second bathroom on the lower level accessed via an internal lift.
HOUSE LAYOUT
- Main level includes living, kitchen, dining, laundry, bedrooms 1 and 2, bathroom 1 (this level is accessed via external stairs)
- Bottom level includes Bathroom 2 (accessed via an internal lift)
- Upper level: Lookout tower (accessed via an internal lift)
LIVING AREA
The living room is bright and welcoming, with French doors opening to a fabulous deck and private lawn space. Enjoy the sun filled rooms and the refreshing indoor-outdoor flow, perfect for relaxation and gathering with loved ones. Winter guests will particularly love the ambiance of the gas fireplace, ideal after a day on the slopes. Upper Gardens boasts carefully considered amenities, quality furnishings, and thoughtful details designed to make guests feel instantly at home.
KITCHEN & DINING
An incredibly well-stocked kitchen is equipped with everything you need to prepare meals during your stay. A spacious dining area provides a comfortable setting to enjoy delightful meals while taking in the picturesque views of the surrounding landscape.
THE GREAT OUTDOORS
Make the most of the sunny days and outdoor living with a fabulous deck, Weber BBQ, and private lawn space. Relax, dine, or simply bask in the beauty of the surroundings. The property is positioned to enjoy long daylight hours, allowing you to fully embrace the sun-filled ambiance. Walk to the Queenstown Gardens in just three-minutes, which offers walking trails, tennis courts, lawn bowls, frisbee golf, rose gardens, a children's playground and ice rink in winter. Guests will also enjoy easy access to the renowned Queenstown Trail network and numerous hiking trails in the surrounding areas.
Discover the rooms
Bedroom 1
Queen bed.
Bedroom 2
King bed or 2 singles.
If you have booked and paid for more than 4 guests we will contact you to finalise the additional bedding requirements. Please let us know in the request box how you would like bedroom 2 set up. Unless otherwise advised bedroom 2 will be set up as 2 singles. Note: Changes on arrival day may not be possible. Requests made within 7 days of arrival may incur a fee.
Property Highlights
- Lift
- Fireplace
- BBQ
- Lake Views
- Coffee Machine
- Wifi
Lift- BBQ
- Bed Linens
- Board Games
- Books
- Carbon Monoxide Detector
- Central Location
- Coffee
- Coffee Machine
- Conditioner
- Cooking Basics
- Dining Area
- Dining Table
- Dishwasher
- Dryer
- Drying Rack
- Electric Kettle
- Essentials
- Fire Extinguisher
- Fireplace
- Free Internet
- Free Parking
- Garden or Backyard
- Hair Dryer
- Heating
- Hot Water
- Iron
- Kitchen
- Lake Views
- Lift
- Microwave
- Mountain Views
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Shampoo
- Shower Gel
- Smoke Alarm
- Stove
- Street Parking
- Toaster
- Towels
- TV
- Washing Machine
- Wifi
Rates are inclusive of GST, premium linen, and a maximum of 4 guests. An additional fifth and sixth guest can be accommodated with prior arrangement and are charged NZ$75 per person per night (Maximum 6 guests). Minimum 3-night stay year-round, and 4-7 nights during peak periods.
Elevate your stay
- Welcome platter
- Pre-arrival grocery service
- Housekeeping
- Baby hire items
- Car rental
- Airport transfers
Welcome platterThis is merely a glimpse of what’s possible with offerings varying depending on property, season, and availability. With a home from Relax It’s Done, your dedicated concierge will craft a fully bespoke holiday shaped around your every wish.
Good to know
Pets: not allowed
Smoking inside: not allowed
Children: welcome
Events: not permitted
Other practicalities
Off-street parking space for two cars is provided. Guests have use of full laundry facilities. Premium linens, hair dryers, toiletries and kitchen basics are provided. The home is lovely and warm with electric wall heaters in the bedrooms and living room, as well as the gas fireplace.
We require a security bond of NZ$1,000 per booking, per property.
This will be taken as a pre-authorization on your credit card 2 days prior to check-in and the funds will be released within 7 days of your departure and a full inspection has been completed.
Note for Art on Point, the Security Bond is NZ$5,000 to paid by bank transfer, and for 180 Park the Security Bond is NZ$10,000 to paid by bank transfer.
Key points:
- Guest(s) making a booking must be over 25 years of age. Any guests under 25 years old must be accompanied by a parent or guardian for the duration of their stay.
- The property is a residential dwelling, and no parties or events are to be held.
- Please be mindful that the property is located in a residential area and be courteous to your neighbours. As per Resource Consent with council, quiet hours are to be observed between 10pm and 7am.
- A standard exit clean is included with your booking; however, you are expected to leave the property in a satisfactory state (clear and tidy). Charges may apply for loss of keys, excessive rubbish, sorting contaminated rubbish/recycling, excessive cleaning or damage to the property for example.
Please refer to our Terms & Conditions for full details regarding the Security Bond, House Rules and Cancellation Policies.
Location
26 Brisbane Street, Queenstown 9300
Available Dates
November 2026
December 2026
From $575
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