"El Castell" - on the Llano River (Entire Property - 4 Cabins) - Reviews, Photos & Rates

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Dates

January 2025

February 2025

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

Exceptional

Entire cabin

6 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 16

Popular amenities

Parking available

Washer

Pet-friendly

Barbecue grill

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Explore the area

Castell, TX

Llano River
10 min walk
Enchanted Rock Cave
56 min drive
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
57 min drive

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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 "Things To Do" on our website @ castellcabins.com

During your stay at this cabin, you're just a quick walk from Llano River. Free WiFi and a kitchen are available in the cabin.

Air-conditioned cabin with kitchen, washing machine, and 6 bathrooms
Free WiFi
Onsite recreation includes a playground
0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Llano River and 15.2 mi (24.4 km) from Robinson City Park

This cabin offers its guests barbecue grills and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Llano cabin is smoke free.

Property manager

Castell Land Company

Languages

Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

Beach towels

Internet

Free WiFi

Parking and transport

On-site parking

Kitchen

Fridge
Stovetop
Microwave
Oven
Dishwasher
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Paper towels
Coffee grinder

Dining

Dining table

Bedrooms

6 bedrooms
Bed sheets provided
Sofa bed

Bathrooms

6 bathrooms
Bath or shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Hairdryer
Towels provided
Shampoo

Living spaces

Living room

Entertainment

Smart TV with cable/satellite service
DVD player
Stereo
Books

Outdoor areas

Balcony
Barbecue
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Firepit

Laundry

Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

Air conditioning
Heating

Pets

Pet friendly
5 total pets

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoke-free property

Location highlights

On the river
On the waterfront

Things to do

Kayaking on site
Cycling on site
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Kayaking nearby
Swimming nearby
Hiking nearby
Water tubing nearby
Ecotours nearby
Rafting nearby
Fishing nearby

Safety features

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

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

Pets

Pets are welcome
Maximum 5 pets
Restrictions apply
For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.

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

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

We should mention

To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

"El Castell" on the Llano River

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

"El Castell" - on the Llano River (Entire Property - 4 Cabins) Reviews

Exceptional

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10 Excellent

Ben P.

10 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

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

Patricia O.

15 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

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

8/10 Good

Karl H.

29 Jun 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

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

kyle c.

27 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

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

Kathleen B.

9 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

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

Grego L.

20 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Anupriya G.

12 Mar 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

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

Jen W.

1 Jan 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

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

Allison C.

6 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

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

Jarod B.

13 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

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

Linda L.

16 Jul 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesomeness

Fantastic

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacob W.

9 Jul 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

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

Matt E.

27 Jun 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

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

Henry L.

27 Feb 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

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

Lindsay G.

2 Nov 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

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.

8 Sept 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

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

15 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

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

16 Jul 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

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

1 Jul 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

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.

20 Feb 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

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