Edgar Rise is indeed up high, but its' a super quick walk down (Ballarat Street is the least steep) and a manageable walk up. Besides, the height gives the awesome view. The start of the Queenstown Hill walk is right there in case you need some more hills. There are stores and gas stations just around the corner up the canyon if you are out and about in a car and trying to avoid the congestion of downtown Queenstown. Do keep the drapes closed while you are out for the day, the afternoon sun (if you are lucky enough to have perfect weather) really heats up the unit. Save time just to sit on the massive deck and enjoy the view. Bring your binoculars! The unit was beautifully furnished and appointed with everything you need including laundry with laundry soap, cooking oil/vinegar/salt/pepper and a very nice kitchen and the bathrooms were so clean with plenty of towels and soap for the skinks and shower. It's nice not to have to buy those things. Having a car park under the building is so convenient close to town. We had a great adventure our third time in Queenstown and enjoyed our home base.