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Lakefront Castle Lake Travis Sleeps 12, Private Cove , Dock , Fire Pits, Boats

Family-friendly castle with a water park and a fitness center

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Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
Exterior detail
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Gym
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Volente, TX
  • Place, Volente Beach Water Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Travis
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Texas at Austin
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Airport, Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)
    ‪41 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

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Located in Volente, this castle is within a 10-minute stroll of sights such as Lake Travis and Volente Beach Water Park. This castle welcomes guests with conveniences like a water park, free in-room WiFi, and a gym.
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What's nearby

  • Volente Beach Water Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Lake Travis - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • University of Texas at Austin - 30 min drive - 22.5 miles
  • Sixth Street - 33 min drive - 24.2 miles
  • Austin Convention Center - 34 min drive - 24.9 miles

Getting around

  • Austin Station - 31 min drive
  • Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Oasis on Lake Travis - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Oasis Texas Brewing Company - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Infamous Brewing Company - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Beachside Billy's Restaurant & Bar - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Te’kilas - ‬21 min drive

About this property

Lakefront Castle Lake Travis Sleeps 12, Private Cove , Dock , Fire Pits, Boats

PLEASE NOTE: WE ONLY BOOK VIA VRBO. THIS IS A VERY POPULAR PLACE TO RENT, WHICH IS PRONE FOR SCAMS.

Come spend your vacation at Captain Jay's Castle on a private, always deep water Lake Travis cove with amazing sunsets year-round ! Lake Travis is not a constant level lake therefore the private floating dock is moved according to lake levels and accessing lake may be more challenging when water is lower but cove is always deep and swimmable! Accessibility may be difficult for young children and those with mobility issues. It’s great for fossil hunting!

Our private dock has a pontoon boat and jet ski for rent (lowest price and best maintained in area) and is well lit at night to enjoy sitting right on the water. Kayaks, paddle boards, and other water toys are available to enjoy at no extra charge. The cove is a local popular fishing spot so anglers bring your gear.

The Castle has 3 large bedrooms with in suite bathrooms, a 1/2 bath downstairs as well as an open sleeping area upstairs with a trundle and full sized bed.

Bedrooms: King-downstairs, 2 bedrooms upstairs- one with queen and one with 2 queens. In keeping with the uniqueness of this home, there are 2 walk-in closets with bunkbeds and pocket doors for extra sleeping. Air mattresses also available for larger parties.

Our per night pricing is for 8 guests, additional overnight guests will be charged 50.00 per night.

We love well behaved pets but there will be charge a 50.00 per pet, per visit.

Our 2.75 acre lot has plenty of room to roam. There is a beautiful large stone patio with fire pit to entertain or just relax at sunset. There are two large decks as well as a rooftop to enjoy dinner and lake and sunset views.

Our property is Wildlife Certified; many beautiful water and land birds to observe as well as country critters so please do not leave food out at night and bring appropriate footwear.

Responsible parties are welcome. We take great pride in keeping the grounds and house clean and we ask our guest to do the same upon their departure. Removing sheets and towels and placed in the laundry room is much appreciated.

Day Use: for additional guests accessing the property but not staying over there will be an extra $10.00 per person charge. For security and liability we must be informed of any extra guests on the property.

We like to greet our guests and provide a tour of the house and grounds upon arrival. Owner lives on the property in a separate house with several small dogs. While we will not disturb our guests, we do make ourselves available 24hrs if our guests need help or have any questions. There is a tenant downstairs, Chico, who has a boating excursion business who you may see coming and going and also helps with guests when needed.

There are plenty of paper products and games along with full washer and dryer in laundry room, as well as extra beach towels and sunscreen. Kitchen is stocked with spices and condiments, dishes, utensils, cups, and coffee pots (one is Keurig - bring your own pods). We have three fire pits, Large Life Tyme BBQ Smoker (vertical stack), and two gas propane grills as well as some charcoal grills.

There is a 90" TV in living room with plenty of streaming services and high-speed WiFi

We are located directly across Starnes Island, close to VIP Marina and Volente Water Park & Beachside Billy’s. party boats available at the Marina with easy boat loading access. Listen to live music Friday and Saturday nights coming from Beachside Billy's or take a stroll over for dinner and music. We are only 10 minutes from The Oasis restaurant, 20 minutes to Lakeway & Mansfield Dam, and less than an hour to downtown Austin, Uber is available.

In the event we have a quick turn around, extra cleaning fees might be applied if castle is not picked up properly.

Inquire about these opportunities on the property.

Boat Rental with Captain fee, Pontoon boat andJet Ski rental, no Captain. Mooring personal watercraft and Boats for $25 dollars per day

Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a Smart TV with a DVD player. The bathroom offers a jetted tub and hair dryers. Other standard amenities include a kitchen, a washer/dryer, and 3.5 bathrooms.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Books
  • Games
  • Gym
  • Kayak
  • Paddleboard
  • Playground
  • Stereo
  • Video library
  • Water park

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach towels
  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • Outdoor furniture

More

  • Note from host: No smoking of any type allowed indoors.
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Day bed

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Streaming services
  • Video games

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Meal delivery service
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Printer

Policies

Check-in

Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

$10 PER PERSON DAY USE ONLY : Parties/Events extra cost. FOR SECURITY AND LIABILITY, WE must be informed of any extra guests on the property.
$50 PER PET: THIS HELPS COVER ADDITIONAL CLEANING COST.
$25 MOORING FEE: FEE TO MOOR YOUR PERSONAL BOAT OR OUTSIDE RENTAL onto our dock.

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Small dogs allowed. Must be approved by owner.

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Must contact and discuss to be approved by Owner

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking of any type allowed indoors.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 10
Note from host: Must contact and discuss to be approved by Owner
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10.
  • Note from host: Must contact and discuss to be approved by Owner
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit.

Property is also known as

Lakefront House Multi-level Decks Sleeps 16 Private Cove Dock

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do close to this castle?

This castle is situated in Volente within a 10-minute walk of Lake Travis and Volente Beach Water Park. Cypress Creek is also within a driving distance of 4.8 mi.

Is parking available on site at Lakefront Castle Lake Travis Sleeps 12, Private Cove , Dock , Fire Pits, Boats?

No, there isn't parking at this castle.

Is this castle next to a casino?

No, this castle is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this castle?

No, there is no indoor pool at this castle.

What do couples enjoy most about Lakefront Castle Lake Travis Sleeps 12, Private Cove , Dock , Fire Pits, Boats?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this historic castle include a fireplace, a jetted bathtub, and a kitchen.

Are there hot tubs at Lakefront Castle Lake Travis Sleeps 12, Private Cove , Dock , Fire Pits, Boats?

No, but this castle offers jetted bathtubs in all accommodations.

Does this castle offer breakfast?

No, this castle doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this castle allow pets to stay for free?

Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this castle.

Are there connecting rooms at Lakefront Castle Lake Travis Sleeps 12, Private Cove , Dock , Fire Pits, Boats?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this castle.

Where is the closest airport to this castle?

The closest major airport to this castle is Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS), which is about 21.9 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Lakefront Castle Lake Travis Sleeps 12, Private Cove , Dock , Fire Pits, Boats?

Yes, every accommodation at Lakefront Castle Lake Travis Sleeps 12, Private Cove , Dock , Fire Pits, Boats comes with a balcony with some featuring water views.

Reviews

Lakefront Castle Lake Travis Sleeps 12, Private Cove , Dock , Fire Pits, Boats Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.4/10

Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 239 out of 273 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 30 out of 273 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 273 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 273 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 273 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Reagan O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing castle! So much to do and look at, enjoyed it. Host was very welcoming and helpful!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

VR D.

Liked: Cleanliness
The castle was the perfect place to bring our adult-kids together for some family-time. We stayed in Jeff's castle for 10 days. There were up to 10 of us there. The castle is very spacious, and there are many outdoor spaces to enjoy as well! Each bedroom has a ensuite bathroom, and there are a couple of beds in the common space upstairs that are helpful to have. We spent most of our time at the castle and the lake; there was little need to go elsewhere. We look forward to returning.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua B.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Noel Q.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome place to stay the host was amazing. The property has very unique features and a lot of stuff to do.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel O.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jordan H.

Liked: Cleanliness
As always, had an amazing time at the castle this weekend. The house was in great shape, very clean, and had everything we needed for a great weekend. This year the water was up in the lake which provided a great cool off in the summer heat. Jeff had floats lined up and ready for our stay. We’ll be back again next year!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard A.

Liked: Cleanliness
The castle was a perfect spot on the lake to enjoy a weekend with the guys. The house is very unique and filled with history in every room. We enjoyed using all the great amenities this place has to offer. Jeff was a great host who was available and accommodating whenever we needed him. We would love to come back for another stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Leslie G., Trophy Club, TX

Liked: Cleanliness

Authentic to Austin vibe

Pros: Property can adequately accommodate large parties. Good location and beautiful views. Very friendly and accommodating host. He was available to us 24/7. Eclectic decor. Lots to look at and owner was very generous letting us use all things on property, grills, smokers, binoculars, speakers, fire pits etc. Cons: The kitchenware needs to be updated. Pots and pans had not been properly cleaned before being stored. Tons of plastic plates and cups were provided but they were very well used. Bathroom towels need to be updated. We visited when the lake was 80%full. We had decided not to use the boat because the dock was inaccessible. The owners description on the challenges on accessing the doc is accurate. The rooftop on the property needs some love. It was not as described in the video. Not a home for young, unattended, children. This is great home for large, young adult groups. It’s an experience and adventure. Little bit crazy but definitely kind of cool. Definitely authentic to the Austin vibe!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property views of Lake Travis. Awesome paddle boarding, kayaks, and canoeing. Very helpful host.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Alicia H.

Liked: Cleanliness
To start off the owner is a very gracious person and was always there if you had any issues. The property is a very neat place with a lot of interesting items around to check out. We did happen to show up during a flood and got a lot of time to spend in the home and overall was nice but cooking was a challenge with pots and pans being very worn out and the grills needing some maintenance and the knives could barely cut butter. The disposal had a really bad smell. Overall we were able to make things work with what was there. The shower heads upstairs need updated, and the refrigerator had no water pressure. I know these are super small things but just a mention. We did bring our boat though and planned to use at the lake but there was definitely no where we could have even parked it at the dock. The walk way down from the house to the dock is not an easy task especially if you have any elderly or very young. The dock ramp is sketchy with only a 2x12” for the access to the dock so not real easy to access. The dock was also very messy. The rooftop was a neat area but it was kind of a bone yard of broken stuff and is not an easy stair way to get to. There is what we would call very limited parking especially if you intend to have up to the 10 guests it can hold easily. The guide that lives in the downstairs in the house was very friendly. Decent interesting place. Does need some maintenance.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

jennifer i.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful location!

Thank you to Captain J for a wonderful girls trip. The space allowed up our own privacy but also so many areas to congregate.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan T.

Liked: Cleanliness

A uniquely cool property

My family joined our friends at the Castle house on Father’s Day weekend. We had a wonderful time. Our host Jeff was very helpful and kind. We were able to access the lake very easily and enjoy taking the boat out. The house comfortably fit all nine of us and was very clean and well stocked. We will definitely book the Castle house again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyle D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Captain Jay is a fantastic property manager. The Castle is well worth it!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bill

Liked: Cleanliness

Wifes Birthday

The house was beautiful with great views of the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

John W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome Castle on the lake

I have had staying in a castle on my bucketlist for years and I was excited to find one in the Austin area. It's beautiful, comfortable, and has a ton of room. The view is incredible!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fun Bachelorette Weekend

A fun place to meet the girls for the weekend. Loved hanging out on the deck, the views, the location and Jeff letting us use his boat.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer A., Indianapolis

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend fam getaway

The house was amazing, I could’ve spent a whole day walking from room to room looking at all the odds and ends the owner acquired throughout the time he was constructing the home. Can’t recommend this place enough.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abby G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Girls Getaway

Our friend group was looking for a getaway location with beautiful views and enough beds for us to all sleep comfortably. Jeff’s property offered that and a fully equipped kitchen that we took great advantage of. The castle has lots of nicknacks that are really interesting and the sunset view can’t be beat.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janina P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazingly magical experience!

What an amazing and unique vacation!!!! My family of 4 and my brother's family rented out the castle for spring break. Jeff met us upon arrival and gave us a tour. He was so kind and told us so much history about the castle and it's artifacts. The teens had a absolute blast. They went fishing, exploring the property and spent the day rowing out to island. The adults spent time enjoying the amazing view and relaxing. Jeff was so accommodating and helpful. If you are looking for a unique experience, this is the place!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin K., Austin, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness

Jeff was great, good handout for friends

Jeff the host was great and gave us everything we needed to have a great weekend with the guys. Really nice amenities and plenty of sleeping space as a good price in a greatLocation with good vibes. We’ll be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Scott J.

Lake Travis F1

Good overall, mattresses could be better though
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family time

This was the perfect place to get away with our adult children. Everyone loved the castle! We will definitely book this place again in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent and relaxing fun.

We had a wonderful weekend: the home was unique and eclectic with fantastic views. Jeff was a most gracious and helpful host. We cannot say enough good things about the entire experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elton C.

Liked: Cleanliness

D&D & BBQ getaway in a CASTLE!

This is a bucketlist getaway for me and my long time friends. We knew we were going to travel to the area and go on a BBQ crawl while dungeon crawling and what better way that to do it in a castle on a beautiful lake?! Jeff is a fantastic and gracious host who gave us a thorough tour of the property and walked us through the house rules and extra rental options available. We mainly stayed on the first 2 floors and if we had just a couple more days would have spent more time on the top of the castle. Nice fantasy touches through out helped to complete the week for us. Thank you Jeff!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

becky s.

Liked: Cleanliness

2024 B Day Trip

We booked this unique find to stay while we celebrated my birthday. This was very close to the restaurants and events we planned to visit. The views were excellent and the water access second to none.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024