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The Castle at Lake Livingston

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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Livingston, TX
  • Place, TDCJ Polunsky Unit
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Livingston State Park
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Pedigo Park
    ‪12 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Livingston

Located 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Lake Livingston, this castle is within a 10-minute drive of TDCJ Polunsky Unit. Guestrooms at this castle include kitchens, balconies, and refrigerators.
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What's nearby

  • TDCJ Polunsky Unit - 8 min drive - 5.3 miles
  • Lake Livingston State Park - 10 min drive - 6.9 miles
  • Pedigo Park - 12 min drive - 9.0 miles
  • Polk County Memorial Museum - 14 min drive - 11.0 miles
  • St. Luke's Memorial Hospital - 14 min drive - 11.7 miles

Getting around

  • George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) - 79 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Wet Deck - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Dugout - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Stella's Cafe - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Hitch-N-Post BBQ - ‬13 min drive

About this property

The Castle at Lake Livingston

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Come enjoy the Lake Livingston Castle as King and Queen! Bring the Princes and Princesses to get away from the big city & enjoy a relaxing, quaint guesthouse that will accommodate up to 5 guests. You can enjoy swimming, fishing, boating, skiing, etc. right from our neighborhood private boat ramp/dock. Enjoy the wooded outdoor atmosphere by the fire pit, providing an old world & secluded feel!
Neighborhood amenities include, Private Boat Ramp, Pavilion, Smoker & Playground
The space
The Castle at Lake Livingston Village was inspired by the German Medieval-Gothic castles of the old world. Built to provide our family, friends and guests a relaxing experience, in a wooded camping setting, where memories are made enjoying the gentle outdoor surroundings with access to Lake Livingston, where you, your family and fiends can boat, fish, swim and enjoy the amenities of the area.

The Castle has an upstairs bedroom loft and open seating area with over 420 square feet of living space. The area boasts an antique, Medieval-Gothic styled canopy king size bed, separate King and Queen old world throne chairs and two chaise lounges fit with lyon heads and paws made to serve the pleasure of the Royal Highnesses. A knight in armor keeps a watchful eye over the King and Queens quarters. There is a wood burning stove (not for use) in place to accent the room, providing and quiet and majestic ambiance to relax, read a book or visit with family and friends.

With access to the entire castle property, you also have access The Castle Guesthouse, which was designed to replicate a German-Style Guesthouse that would have been found in the old ages in the town village. It is approximately 325 square feet & includes a small basic kitchenette (no stove or oven), hot plates, refrigerator, breakfast nook, shower, toilet & second floor Studio Loft with double and twin beds, accommodating 3 people.

Outside you have access to a charcoal grill, a wood smoker, fire pit, outdoor seating, picnic table in a camping atmosphere. If you seek a simple get away with basic amenities to enjoy the outdoors, the wooded forest and have private access to Lake Livingston you have found the right oasis!
Guest access
You will have access to the entire 4 lot grounds at the property, the Castle Guesthouse and, of course, the majestic Castle.
Other things to note
The Bedroom Loft is accessible from the outside staircase leading the balcony of the Castle overlooking the property.

The Studio Loft in The Castle Guest House is accessible by a fixed ladder and requires climbing the ladder to get upstairs.

There is no Bathroom or Kitchen in the castle dwelling. You have to go to the guesthouse for bathroom and kitchenette access.

The Castle at Lake Livingston is meant to be a getaway in a rustic almost “rough it” setting where you can unplug, skip the TV and enjoy the lake and outdoors.

If you have questions or concerns, please message host before booking.
Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a kitchen, a washing machine, and 2 bathrooms.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Things to do

  • Communal pool
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Outdoors

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

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Heating
  • Living room
  • Mobile key entry

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Cashless transactions are available
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 10
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
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 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-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21

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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

Frequently asked questions

What can I see near this castle?

This castle is located in Livingston, close to TDCJ Polunsky Unit, Lake Livingston State Park, and Lake Livingston. Trinity River is also within a driving distance of 4.8 mi.

Is there parking available at The Castle at Lake Livingston ?

No, there isn't parking at this castle.

Is this castle adjacent to a casino?

No, this castle is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this castle?

No, there is no indoor pool at this castle.

Is The Castle at Lake Livingston a good place to stay for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this lakeside castle include a kitchen and a smart TV along with a garden.

Does The Castle at Lake Livingston have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this castle.

Does this castle offer breakfast?

No, this castle doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this castle allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this castle.

Does The Castle at Lake Livingston have connecting rooms?

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

Are there rooms with balconies at The Castle at Lake Livingston ?

Yes, every accommodation at The Castle at Lake Livingston comes with a balcony.

The Castle at Lake Livingston Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amanda L.

Liked: Cleanliness
The spiral staircase and full kitchen in the main house was unexpected! Along with full bathrooms in both the main house and the guest house. Temperature could be acclimated to be comfortable. It was crazy wonderful! It was like an adult adventure - we highly recommend it! . This is fantastic for a family or friend get-away.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Melanie T.

Disliked: Cleanliness
I really wanted to like this place but boy did it leave a lot to be desired. Please note that you cannot access the bedrooms without taking stairs/ladders - and the stairs are kind of dangerous. I should have paid more attention to the other reviews mentioning this. The outside looks like the pictures but the inside is poorly made, dusty and dirty. It is also very dark in there (which I guess is part of the ambience) - I wouldn’t mind if it wasn’t that one of the lamps had no bulb and the light up candles remote had no batteries - we couldn’t make the place brighter even if we wanted to. The bathroom has no sink nor mirror. The sink is located by the kitchen and it was dirty. Want a cup of coffee? The hosts didn’t clean up the previous tenants’ pods. Ew.They ask you to strip the beds before leaving - in doing that you would notice how absolutely filthy the mattress is. The place smells musty and the doors, whilst looking cool and very castle-like, are extremely unsafe. The locks aren’t very sturdy and there’s gaps between the door and the floor and wall, so if you hate mosquitos this place would be your nightmare.WiFi? Unreliable. It’s a pity that they require a two night stay minimum. This place is cool for pictures to take on a quick daily stay but if you actually want somewhere to feel safe, comfortable and clean it missed the mark by a mile. Again, I wish I could give this place 5 stars. Unfortunately there were too many things wrong with it.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica J.

Liked: Cleanliness
This is a great place to unwind and unplug from the hussle and bustle of normal life cant wait to go back
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roberto M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cant wait to come back. By far best experience renting a castle. Watch
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott W.

Liked: Cleanliness
The place is as fun as a place could be for an 8 year old with plenty of extras like Dragon Toss games.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome Castle

this place reminded me of some places that I stayed many years ago. The owner went out of his to fix the heater. He drove two houts away to accomplish this task. We were very impressed and will be back in tye future
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Helen S.

Unique property

Stayed at this property during winter break. The “Castle” did have an electric stove oven, plus full fridge, plus a full bathroom. But it is rather old just like an old “castle” if that’s what you are looking for. The guest house has simple sink, full fridge, and full bath, but climbing to loft required physical fit. Neighborhood was a bit unsafe and may get flooded or with mosquitoes, be aware.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great experience

Was very clean and the beds were very comfortable. There are steep stairs so if you have really young children or bad knees it might not be the best option for you. My kids loved it and thought it was the coolest experience. The castle itself does have a bathroom with shower, a full size refrigerator, and a full size stove/oven which was not on the listing. The guest house also has a bathroom and kitchenette but no stove/oven in it. Host had everything needed in the kitchen, pots pans utensils etc…and was very responsive. Would definitely recommend staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bettie

Liked: Cleanliness

Enchanting

We loved staying at this little castle. The castle is even cooler in person and has a lot of fun details. I especially loved coming down the deck stairs from the second level and walking down to the courtyard & guest house. The property is located in a neighborhood that is a bit unusual if you are only used to cookie cutter planned neighborhoods but there are a lot of neat properties in the neighborhood. The road is unpaved but if you have ever been hunting in Texas you will be familiar with unpaved roads and these are at least flat! I think a car could easily traverse them. The lake would be the main attraction in the area and it is only minutes from the property. There is also lots of choices for restaurants which I was surprised by. If you aren't from the area be aware that mosquito season is no joke here and even mosquito spray won't solve the problem. We did find that we were able to use the outdoor space with a fire and bubble machine going. This seemed to keep the mosquitoes away for the most part. The property will not be ideal for those with an inability to traverse stairs. All sleeping areas are accessed by either stairs or ladder. This was not a problem for was and we actually had a lot of fun but I could see how this would be an issue for others. I would stay here again in a heartbeat. If you find yourself in need of a cozy adventure I would highly recommend! My only recommendation to the owner would be to keep bubble machines on hand for guests.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gerard C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fun Time!

My friends and I had a lot of fun at the castle. Lots of space and room to enjoy! Very clean on the inside too! It was easy to get in contact with the owner as well which was helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danielle Q.

Liked: Cleanliness

Unique & fun

The castle was such a fun and unique place to stay! We had a blast
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Amy O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Charming but Inconvenient

The small details and decor is fabulous! Loved the spacious bedroom. Bed was super comfy, beautifully decorated and I enjoyed drinking coffee while sitting on my throne. Lol Now, I must explain the “inconvenience” part of my title. The shower in the main castle is still in progress so to shower you must walk to the guest house. Also, when you wake up in the morning and want coffee you have to go to guest house as well. There was no trash can in the main castle, which is where we cooked breakfast one morning. I had to get the bathroom trash an and move to the kitchen. The kitchen has minimal amenities. I needed a plastic spoon or spatula to cook eggs. Husband walked to guest house and found one there. When I went to put on make up there were no mirrors in main castle. Back to guest house I went. Now the spiral stairs in main castle is tight and steep going up to the bedroom. Getting up in the middle of the night to use the restroom was challenging. First night I used the spiral stairs but the second night I went outside the bedroom and used the exterior stairs and went to guest house. I have a bad knee so by the time we left I felt rough. If stairs are no issue for you I definitely recommend a stay here once. As I read in other reviews the road coming in is rough and basically the castle sits in a trailer community full of RVs and single wides. Odd location but never felt unsafe. Lastly, it was relaxing to sit outside. Loved the rock walkway surrounded by trees. It was a nice place to sit and enjoy a glass of wine.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danielle G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Girl's Weekend

My girlfriends and I had an amazing time at the tiny castle. Accommodations included everything we needed, including a coffee maker, electric skillet, comfy beds and toasty heaters. I highly recommend this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Magical Time

What a cool little place to let the imagination run wild. Be a king and queen of the castle! Road in is a little rough but otherwise great place.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Philip

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great memory!

Cool property lots of room, we'll stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

STACY T., Fort Worth

Liked: Cleanliness

Fun and unique experience!

Loved the decor of the kitchen and master suite! The outside area is wonderful and where we spent most of our time. Bathroom shower and the ladder to the loft is a bit tricky, but we're still young enough to handle it! LOL My sister in law and I found this for our husband's birthday weekend. Wanted something fun and different and we all enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

6/10 Okay

Crystal M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fine

Place was nice, area was not so nice if you have a certain color to your skin. We were warned by the nearest grocery person to watch out about driving around with our skin color. Made the stay very scary and less than pleasant. We wanted to stay outside and have a fire but we were too anxious to stay out too late because of the warning. We placed the heavy locks back on the doors on the inside just to be sure no one came around and barely got any sleep.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

4/10 Poor

James K.

Your car may hate you after this trip

To get to property you must drive over graveled roads with thousands of pot holes. The bedroom is charming, but the tiny bathroom is down 17 steep stairs and outside. Shower stall is tiny with shower head on ceiling spraying straight down, so ladies if you don't want your hair wet sorry. You brush your teeth in kitchen sink as bathroom has no sink. Kitchen has hot plates to cook on and a microwave. Restaurants are in to town 10 miles away. The outside deck is quite charming, and the Castle looks charming, but looks can be deceiving.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

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