"Felt like a luxury hotel for an incredibly good price."
Andrew from South Africa
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"We had the same experience - the meal was very flavourful and had a lot of variety."
Tiffany from South Africa
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"Lovely interesting and historic property."
Louise from South Africa
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"Absolutely beautiful, quiet, spacious and warm."
Cobus from South Africa
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"The scenery and sunset was beautiful to see."
Bathandwa from South Africa
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Restored colonial house in Zastron with mountain backdrop
Accommodations
The main house at Vultures Lodge offers a family room with a sunken bath and shower, stocked with a hairdryer, shoe polish, and an iron. The separate cottages provide self-catering apartments with wooden vintage furniture, sandstone finishes, and a private fireplace. Each room includes a work desk, refrigerator, and TV with streaming services.
Dining
A buffet breakfast is served daily, offering a full English or Irish selection with warm dishes, juice, cheese, and fruits. Dinner is also available and can be brought to the cottage for guests traveling with pets. The dining room is equipped for a splendid breakfast, which guests have rated as comparable to high-star hotels.
Outdoor Spaces
The lodge sits in beautiful gardens with lush green lawns and a backdrop of the Zastron mountains. Guests can use the hot tub, fireplace, and barbecue facilities on the patio area. Free on-site private parking is available for all vehicles.
Pet-Friendly Policies
Pets are allowed at no extra charge, and the staff accommodates dogs with meals delivered to the cottage. The property has multiple cats roaming the grounds, adding to the colonial house atmosphere. Guests traveling with dogs can request dinner brought to their room for convenience.
Location
Vultures Lodge is located 4.3 km from Zastron Golf Course and set along a rough gravel road that requires a car with good ground clearance. The property is highly rated for its excellent location and attentive staff, led by owners Willem and Monique. Guests are greeted with coffee and juice upon arrival, and fresh coffee is brought to rooms in the morning.
Highlights
Accommodation: Family room with sunken bath; cottages with fireplace
Dining: Buffet breakfast with full English/Irish options; dinner available
Outdoor: Lush gardens, hot tub, barbecue, mountain backdrop
Pet Policy: Pets allowed; dinner delivered to cottage
Location: 4.3 km from Zastron Golf Course; staff rated excellent
Service: Coffee and juice on arrival; fresh coffee brought to room
“The rustic charm of the self-catering cottages, with their vintage wooden furniture and sandstone finishes, is truly captivating. Its serene farm setting, nestled beneath imposing mountain cliffs, provides a remarkably peaceful backdrop. Breakfast here is an event worth savoring, a rich, flavourful spread that lives up to its esteemed reputation.”
James DavidEditor-in-Chief at Zafreestate
Select your room type
Vultures Lodge offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Double Room Mountain View
2 persons
20 m²
1 Double bed
Mountain view
Fireplace
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Double Room Private Bathroom
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15 m²
1 Double bed
Shower
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Double Room Garden View
2 persons
18 m²
1 Double bed
Garden view
Shower
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Vultures Lodge offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences