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El Castell - on the Llano River [Entire Property - 4 Cabins]

Riverfront cabin with kitchen and balcony

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Escape to El Castell, nestled along the banks of the spring-fed Llano River. Unwind in one of our four cabins, perfect for a relaxing getaway or as a home base for outdoor adventures like river swims and area hikes.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

6 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 16

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Fireplace

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

El Castell - on the Llano River [Entire Property - 4 Cabins]

Enjoy the scenic beauty of the Hill Country at "El Castell". Nestled along the banks of the spring-fed Llano River we provide 4 cabins which serves as the perfect get-a-way from the hustle and bustle of city life, or home base to explore the outdoors.

Located across the street from the charming Castell General Store where you can enjoy great beers and one of the best burgers in Texas!

River swims, area hikes, fly fishing, hunting for topaz, llanite, quartz, exploring hill country towns await!

If you are looking for a quiet remote place to get away, this is the place! Bring your bikes, kayaks (or you can rent ours!), fly rods/fishing poles and relax + enjoy. We are located across the street from the Castell General Store so make sure you drop into and get yourself a cold beer and 3/4 lb burger (Best Burger in Texas, promise!). They jokingly call it "Luckenbach by the Llano River" according to an article written by Texas Monthly...so come for a few days or longer and really decompress, relax and breathe in the beautiful Texas Hill Country air or watch shooting stars streak across the sky.

With this booking, you will have access to the entire 3-acre property on the Llano River which includes our beautiful Llano River waterfront - and the privacy therein.

The main 2 cabins, which we call "Main House", are about 75 feet from the riverfront and are connected by a large breezeway deck with each cabin a total of 952 sq. ft. each. These are Cabins C & D.

We also have 2 individual cabins offset out front (closer to the road) that are also completely self-sufficient at 427 sq. ft. each. These are Cabins A & B.

Don't forget to rent Kayaks or Bikes for the entirety of your stay!
Just go to the heading "Featured Experiences" on our website @ castellcabins.com

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 6 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 5 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Kayak
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 22

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

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
5 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 50
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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

Property is also known as

"El Castell" on the Llano River
"El Castell" on the Llano River (Entire Property)

About the neighborhood

Map
Castell, TX

What's nearby

  • Llano River - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • St. Mary's Catholic Church - 51 min drive - 80.6 km
  • National Museum of the Pacific War - 52 min drive - 81.3 km
  • Enchanted Rock Fissure - 53 min drive - 81.7 km
  • Enchanted Rock State Natural Area - 54 min drive - 88.6 km

Getting around

  • Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) - 122 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Castell General Store - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is El Castell - on the Llano River [Entire Property - 4 Cabins] pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 5 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at El Castell - on the Llano River [Entire Property - 4 Cabins]?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at El Castell - on the Llano River [Entire Property - 4 Cabins]?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is El Castell - on the Llano River [Entire Property - 4 Cabins] located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Llano River and within 20 mi (32 km) of Robinson City Park and Mason County Courthouse. The Odeon Theatre and Seaquist House are also within 20 mi (32 km).

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El Castell - on the Llano River [Entire Property - 4 Cabins] Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Pete P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Annual Crawfish Open

We play three courses in 3 days ending with the Crawfish Open golf tournament, the to the pavilion for crawfish!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

kyle c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great time in the llano!

Really nice layout for a few different families on a great piece of river…we will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great river cabin

Perfect spot for a casual, relaxing few days on the river.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jarod B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic location for friends and family

3 families, 6 kids and 6 adults celebrated my wife’s birthday and had a fantastic time. The location, cabins, everything was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allison C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable stay with great amenities!

Great property with river access! We rented all cabins for our family reunion this year, and it was a perfect spot. Very comfortable, highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Henry L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay on the river!

What an awesome spot! Great location, plenty of room, awesome firepit, the list goes on! We went as a group for a biking weekend in the area, and had a blast! Would recommend to any groups!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ben P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay

This was a great stay for our extended family to unwind and enjoy time on the river. The breezeway table was a really standout for us - every meal was had there. River access on the property was perfect. The town of Castell is very small, so pack all you might need in terms of grocery items.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anupriya G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Always a great time

A group of us comes every year to ride the Castell Grind route and the cabins are always such a great time. Very clean and the well-stocked fire pit is always fun to hang out at!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Friends and the Llano

My group of friends and family all loved the property. We rented all four cabins. The river was wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Hill Country spot

Remarkable property with everything you need to stay put for days, but well situated for a hill country base. The layout of the property with so much space, private and communal, made it a great location for 3 families with kids and some extra adults. We'll definitely be coming back.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacob W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Slice of heaven

Water is always flowing behind the house and this was a perfect place to enjoy quality time with an extended family.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesomeness

Fantastic
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Grego L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Rustic Luxury on the Llano

We rented all 4 cabins for a family gathering to view eclipse. Best equipped kitchens we've ever had through VRBO!! Host was very helpful and a pleasure to work with. Plenty of wood provided for evening campfires and grilling on oak/mesquite coals was a real treat. Huge covered balconies were a real treat. River front is lovely and several enjoyed some fly fishing. Great for family gatherings in Texas Hill Country!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

steven h.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unbeatable location. River had great glow. All four cabins as described. Breezeway door on cabin C needs attention on the lock. Doesn’t stay latched very well. Appears striker/latch is misaligned or worn out. Also appears you have a large red wasp nest inside the north eave. Thanks for leaving a can of wasp spray. Ice maker in cabin D is very loud and barely makes ice. All ac’s worked well and kept cabins nice and cool. Lot was mowed and looked great. Kitchen well stocked. Family loved the place, just mentioning the few issues so you can address. We hope to return annually.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Karl H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cabins on the Llano

Cabins were nice. Photos made it appear more secluded but still had privacy. River was a lot of fun for the kids to play in. Only negative thing was son inlaw rented a kayak that had a hole in the bottom. Appeared to have been patched before. Would immediately start taking on water
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfort in Castell

Our multi-generational get-together at this property on the lovely Llano River was wonderful. Something for everyone in our group. We enjoyed th scenery, wildlife, swimming and floating/rafting, fishing, photography, and simply relaxing on the shady cool breeze-way! Cabins were well equipped and property had BBQ grills, comfy porch seating, inflatables. Some of our group day- tripped to state parks and Fredericksburg easily. Note: there are steps to access cabins , decks, and a substantial sloap down to the river, which could be a challenge for some guests. Also, the cabins were quite warm upon arrival as the AC is turned off between bookings and it took many hours to cool cabins C and D. It would be great if the owners could arrange for the AC to be on for clients upon arrival during the hottest summer months.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A great weekend at the river

My family and I enjoyed a fantastic weekend at the cabins. We shared the property with two other families. The cabins comfortably fit all 6 adults and 7 children. The cabins were well equipped with all the supplies we needed. The location on this section of the Llano is great for relaxing, swimming, and fishing. The kids were able to safely play in the river. We caught a number of Guadalupe bass, sunfish, and even a couple of largemouths. The Castell General Store is just across the street and a great place to stop in for a meal after a day on the river. We had one minor water issue (one of the sprinkler pipes was leaking on arrival) and the hosts quickly responded and fixed the problem without disturbing our stay at all. In short, our whole group very much enjoyed our stay and can't wait to book the cabins again next year!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The perfect rustic cycling getaway!

We stayed here for a women's gravel cycling camp and it was perfect! We had all four cabins and it was more than enough space for 12 women and their bikes. The location is so peaceful and has easy access to great gravel roads. We went over to Llano for dinner one night and went to the local haunted house - it was super scary! Highly recommend if you're there around Halloween! Would definitely come back to this hidden gem along the river.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

megan h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great property for multiple families!

We had a wonderful time swimming in the river and kayaking. The breezeway between the houses was a wonderful stop for us all to gather too.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dina M., Keller, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Found a Gem

Wow! Absolutely amazing property. This is a gem that fit our group needs perfectly. The cabins are ideal for friends and family to have an amazing time to create wonderful memories. From the privacy and remote location we couldn’t ask for anything more. Cabins are clean and offer comfortable beds, cool A/C, functional kitchens and Wi-Fi throughout the property. The outdoor patio for family meals and games was perfect for our group. The direct river access and the ability to see the sunrises, sunsets, moonrise, views of the Milky Way, shooting stars and meteor showers left us all in awe and wanting to stay longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jason N., Arlington, Virginia USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect retreat for our hill country holiday!

This was our 2nd time staying at the Castell Cabins! We reserved all four in the main cluster and it was perfect for our multi-family stay. We had a group of 13 ranging in age from 4 months to 77 years. There was something for everyone, including all the comforts of home. The breezeway made for the perfect setting for meals, movie watching, and game playing. One of the best surprises was a nugget ice machine that kept all of our beverages refreshingly chilled! The host is incredibly responsive which means we got all of our questions answered timely (before and during our stay). The house is conveniently located across from the Castell General Store and on a part of the river perfect for sitting or floating. We were also able to take excursions to the bat cave (Eckhart Preserve on the James River), the rodeo (Mason), enchanted rock hike (Fredricksburg), and golf (Llano & Comanche Creek). We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ry B., Philadelphia, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A perfect weekend

We held our mini wedding weekend + a small getaway for all our friends and family and it was perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Henry L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful experience!

Cabins were great and had excellent amenities, a ton of space for our large group. Location was perfect right on the river, we really enjoyed having the fire pit and grill as well!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022