Immerse yourself in the beauty of a national park at Ursula's Homestead. Savor a delicious, cooked-to-order breakfast, and unwind by the outdoor pool or on the tranquil garden grounds. Guests have praised this lodge for its exceptional dining experience at Ursula’s Dining Room.
Victoria Falls National Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
Zambezi National Park - 5 min drive - 3.1 km
David Livingstone Statue - 7 min drive - 6.5 km
Victoria Falls Bridge - 8 min drive - 8.0 km
Getting around
Victoria Falls (VFA) - 15 min drive
Livingstone (LVI) - 53 min drive
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
The Lookout Café - 7 min drive
The Boma - 8 min drive
The Three Monkeys - 5 min drive
Dusty Road Township Experience - 4 min drive
MaKuwa-Kuwa - 9 min drive
About this property
Ursula's Homestead
Ursula's Homestead puts you within a 10-minute drive of Victoria Falls. After splashing around at the outdoor pool, you can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Other highlights at this Colonial lodge include a terrace and a garden.
At a glance
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Hotel size
4 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
Babysitting*
Supervised childcare*
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Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
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Transfers
Airport shuttle (available 24 hours)*
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Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free cooked-to-order breakfast each morning 7 AM–9:30 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Room service
Water dispenser
Traveling with children
Supervised childcare (surcharge)
What to do
Farming classes
Ecotours
Safari
Wildlife viewing
Rafting nearby
Ziplining nearby
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
An outdoor pool
Locally sourced food is prioritized
At least 80% organic food
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian dining options
Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
Humane treatment of captive wild animals
Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
Local artist showcase
Some profits reinvested in community and sustainability
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Utility fee: USD 10 per person, per night
Optional extras
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 19 per person (one-way)
Children & extra beds
Supervised childcare is available for an extra charge
Babysitting is available for an extra charge
Airport shuttle service for children up to age 15 costs USD 19 (one-way)
Policies
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property does not have elevators.
Some water is reused through a grey water recycling system.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Also known as
Old Ursula Camp Lodge Victoria Falls
Old Ursula Camp Lodge
Old Ursula Camp Victoria Falls
Old Ursula Camp
Ursula's Homestead Lodge Victoria Falls
Ursula's Homestead Lodge
Ursula's Homestead Victoria Falls
Ursula's Homestead Lodge
Ursula's Homestead Victoria Falls
Ursula's Homestead Lodge Victoria Falls
Frequently asked questions
Does Ursula's Homestead offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Ursula's Homestead does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Ursula's Homestead?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Ursula's Homestead?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Ursula's Homestead?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Ursula's Homestead?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 19 per person one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Ursula's Homestead?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at Ursula's Homestead and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like boat tours, rafting, and ziplining. Additional recreation onsite includes ecotours, game viewing, and a wildlife and game drive. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the lodge's other amenities, which include a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Ursula's Homestead?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Ursula's Dining Room.
Does Ursula's Homestead have rooms with private hot tubs?
Yes, each room has a deep soaking bathtub.
Does Ursula's Homestead have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a balcony or patio.
What's the area around Ursula's Homestead like?
Ursula's Homestead is located a short 4-minute walk from Victoria Falls National Park.
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Reviews
Ursula's Homestead Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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9.4
Cleanliness
8.0
Location
9.8
Staff & service
9.2
Property conditions & facilities
Popular mentions
Service staff
Water holes
Location
Wildlife
Reviews
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 14, 2025
Everything was excellent! All staff were friendly, attentive and accommodating. The safari on their private parkland was exceptional. Our lodging was comfortable and lovely. Food was delicious! I highly recommend!
Hugh
Hugh, 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 7, 2025
Yes beautiful room and view on game in the reserve. Staff was very courteous.
Hermann
Hermann, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 8, 2024
Wonderful service, fantastic location and amazing wildlife!
Aaron Michael
Aaron Michael, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 8, 2024
Relaxing atmosphere overlooking animal park.. obliging friendly staff..
Preferable to staying in town tho a bit distant..
RON
RON, 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 27, 2024
Lovely group of four lodges, in immaculate private grounds, overlooking the Stanley and Livingstone game reserve. Staff were very welcoming and helpful. We loved the rural “get away from it all” feel, combined with the convenience of Victoria Falls being only a 15 minute taxi ride away.
Neil James
Neil James, 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 11, 2023
A nice quiet location close to but at the same time removed from the township of Victoria Falls.
All of the staff were friendly and helpful. A home away from home. Would happily visit again
Graeme
Graeme, 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 18, 2025
An hidden treasure
A proper gem of a place, welcomed every morning by the impala and Zebras while enjoying my morning cuppa.
Staff are amazing, helping when ever needed
Jonathan
Jonathan, 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 9, 2024
Very calm and intimate experience
Ursulas is a very nice, intimate experience, where only 4 cabins exist. The staff were very attentive and friendly, making the overall experience great. Dinner at the porch while wild animals pass by during the evening was a very special time.
David
David, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 4, 2023
Great lodge
Very helpful and friendly staff. Out of town lodge so very quiet. Plenty of wildlife using the water-hole every day. Facilities good
Martin
Martin, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 25, 2023
The property is a real gem, remotely located but still a short taxi ride to the falls. staff and particularly Milly went above and beyond. would highly recommend this location if you’re visiting Victoria Falls
Gary
Gary, 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 14, 2024
Entering the property at Ursula's Homestead you are immediately struck by the warm welcome from the staff and the amazing view of wildlife just feet from your room. The chalet style rooms are large and comfortable, with the feel of privacy that makes me feel at home. We sat for hours just watching the wildlife - giraffes, kudu, baboons, impala. No need for a bumpy ride in a safari truck needed. And the food is delicious, too. Would definitely stay again.
Lisa
Lisa, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 1, 2024
My husband and I stayed at Ursula's for 6 days and we absolutely loved it. We chose the property for the access to nature, privacy and quiet--we were not disappointed in anyway. The staff was incredible, the food was excellent (menu is small, but there is the easy option of eating dinner at the sister property if you desire!!!). I was deeply sad to leave, and am already planning our return. Housekeeping was outstanding, Lorraine was our main point of contact and we loved her so much, and our favorite server was Brutus xxx
Kelly
Kelly, 5-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jul 8, 2024
Excellent staff, some aspects need attention
Ursula’s Homestead is located 20minutes out of the Victoria Falls town on the edge of a private game reserve. The lodge itself has incredible views over a watering hole and provides a lovely spot to really have some downtime.
The pro’s:The staff were just absolutely amazing! Their attentiveness, and professionalism really enhanced the stay. From the super friendly landscaper, to the hospitality team (Prudence, Priscilla, Milly, Caleb, Duncan, Geoffrey), they really are superb.
There is an onsite restaurant with which we really enjoyed every meal. The Sadza, fillets, and every breakfast we had were delicious.
The room was large and comfortable - they also provided a proper wooden crib (not a pack and play) for our infant.
The cons: it’s expensive. To add onto every expense is the cost to take the shuttle into town as it’s $12 per person per direction - highly recommend you stop in town when you can to grab some snacks and drinks as you may be adding $50 to your bill just to get to town and back for 2 people.
The biggest let down for us was the room we stayed in. While large and comfortable in terms of the bed and quality bedding, the room is older and in desperate need of a bathroom update. The water was either scalding hot or freezing cold, and the shower had mold in it. As did the floor around the bathtub as the hose leaks if it’s not in the bathtub causing pools of water on the floor. Under the bed could also do with a good clean.
Overall we enjoyed the stay
Verified traveler
4-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 23, 2025
Our jaws dropped as soon as we walked through the entry. The wildlife right out back is incredible and there’s a giraffe that visits every day. Sitting and watching the transition of animals coming to bed down by the water hole for the night was wonderful. This is my #1 recommendation for a reasonably priced stay in Vic Falls.
Rachel
Rachel, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 11, 2024
Excellent
Sean
Sean, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 3, 2023
This property is a gem. It is quiet with its own private game reserve and a watering hole in front of you. Well visited by animals! The bird life is outstanding. We awoke at sunrise to the most lovely birdsong and the resident troop of baboons kept us entertained.
Milly and her staff were outstanding, attentive, kind and so helpful. The perfect host for a vacation of a life time. We will be back with the whole family! Thank you Milly 🤗🤗
Paul
Paul, 5-night trip
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6/10 Good
Jun 25, 2017
good
Service was good but no heaters or electric blankets so rooms were cold. Also no WiFi in rooms. Otherwise everything else was fine
zolelwa
zolelwa, 4-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 21, 2022
We (my wife and I), had a great stay at Ursula’s (surrounded by bush some 15km from the town of Victoria Falls). The staff was super helpful, efficient and friendly. The setting is great, with a water hole in near but safe proximity to each two-bed unit (electric fenced for the safety of guests and staff alike). To top it all, Ursula’s is good value for money. Transport arrangements by the staff was spot-on for our day excursions and our back-and-forth trips to the airport. No car rental was necessary. The few kilometers travel from the main tar road into tne bush, was a nice reminder that we were away from the town centre yet close enough to the falls etc. Street vendors and high pressure for a sale was bothersome to us; we feel for vendors’ need to make a buck, but they tend to be to close for comfort.
Gert
Verified
8/10 Very good
Nov 12, 2025
Platsen, utsikt över där djuren strövade och kom och drack från poolen och middagsbordet.
Personalen var mycket trevliga och proffsiga
camilla
camilla, 2-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Apr 15, 2024
Die Zimmer waren sauber aber einfach. Der Poll war einladend.
Der Gamedrive war teuer und enttäuschend, obwohl wir die "black rhinos" gesehen haben. Der Guide war gehetzt und unfreundlich.
Diana
Diana, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 12, 2023
非常有特色,傍晚和清晨看到長頸鹿、狒狒、羚羊
James
James, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 25, 2019
The staff are exceptional people. Willing to assist and attentive. Special mention has to be made of Olivia whom I regarded as our Entertainment Manager and Michael who was our Game Drive Guide. After only 3 days we felt sad when leaving.
Verified traveler
3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 30, 2019
Die Lodge ist klein das Personal super nett die Wünsche werden einem von den Augen abgelesen.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 22, 2019
We hade a wonderful time, the staff was hospitable and welcoming and we enjoyed the accomodation as well as various activities. Room cleaning and service was exceptional. We will be sure to come back again.
Christofer
Christofer, 4-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 16, 2018
Fantastic relaxed experience ,we were well looked after.