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Lakefront Castle Lake Travis Sleeps 15, Private Cove , Dock , Fire Pits, Boats

Lake Travis adventures await with kayaks and paddleboards right at the doorstep, while evenings bring relaxation by fire pits with lake views and distant music

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Captain Jay's Castle offers a family-friendly Lake Travis retreat with year-round sunset views from the private floating dock. Paddle to Starnes Island, visit VIP Marina, or walk to Volente Water Park & Beachside Billy's for dinner and live entertainment.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
  • Laundry room

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About the area

Located in Volente, a neighbourhood in Leander, this castle is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Travis and Lake Austin. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at H-E-B Center or The Crossover. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and ecotours. Visit our Leander travel guide
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Volente, TX

What's nearby

  • Lake Travis
    Lake Travis
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • University of Texas at Austin
    University of Texas at Austin
    30 min drive - 22.5 miles
  • Downtown Austin skyline. Austin is the capital of Texas, USA. Panorama view of the central business district and Lady Bird Lake on the Colorado River.
    Moody Center
    32 min drive - 23.7 miles
  • Sixth Street
    Sixth Street
    33 min drive - 24.2 miles
  • Volente Beach Water Park
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • The Oasis on Lake Travis
    13 min drive
  • Oasis Texas Brewing Company
    11 min drive
  • Lone Star Bar
    27 min drive
  • Saigon Cafe
    21 min drive
  • Twin Creeks Country Club
    12 min drive

About this property

Lakefront Castle Lake Travis Sleeps 15, Private Cove , Dock , Fire Pits, Boats

Castle near Lake Travis
You can look forward to a firepit, a garden and a playground at Lakefront Castle Lake Travis Sleeps 15, Private Cove , Dock , Fire Pits, Boats. Adventurous travellers may like the boating, kayaking and paddleboarding at this castle. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as laundry facilities and a gym.
Other perks at this castle include:
  • A dock, barbecues and outdoor furniture
  • Smoke-free property, a paddleboard on-site and books
  • Local meal delivery service, games and beach towels
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Lakefront Castle Lake Travis Sleeps 15, Private Cove , Dock , Fire Pits, Boats feature comforts, such as fireplaces and air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and printers.
Extra amenities include:
  • Children's dinnerware and children's books
  • 3.5 bathrooms with Jetted bath and showers
  • Smart TVs with streaming services, cable channels and DVD players
  • Porches or lanais, outdoor lighting and kitchens

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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

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.
  • Smoke-free property

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
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Meal delivery service
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Minimum check-in age - 21

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Load and start the dishwasher

Strip any used beds

Remove personal items and take out the rubbish

Turn off the lights

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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

Pets are allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs only

2 total (up to 9 kg per pet)

Note from host: Small dogs allowed. Must be approved by owner.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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

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: 15
Note from host: Must contact and discuss to be approved by Owner
Long-term renters welcome
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakefront Castle Lake Travis Sleeps 15, Private Cove , Dock , Fire Pits, Boats pet-friendly?

Yes, this castle allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Lakefront Castle Lake Travis Sleeps 15, Private Cove , Dock , Fire Pits, Boats?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lakefront Castle Lake Travis Sleeps 15, Private Cove , Dock , Fire Pits, Boats?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakefront Castle Lake Travis Sleeps 15, Private Cove , Dock , Fire Pits, Boats?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lakefront Castle Lake Travis Sleeps 15, Private Cove , Dock , Fire Pits, Boats located?

Located in Volente, this castle is within 1 mi (2 km) of Volente Beach Water Park and Lake Travis. Cypress Creek and Labyrinth are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Reviews

Lakefront Castle Lake Travis Sleeps 15, Private Cove , Dock , Fire Pits, Boats Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.4

Cleanliness

9.8

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 241 out of 277 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 32 out of 277 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 277 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 277 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 277 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property views of Lake Travis. Awesome paddle boarding, kayaks, and canoeing. Very helpful host.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

VR D.

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

10/10 Excellent

Sara S.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jordan H.

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

10/10 Excellent

Bill

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

Wifes Birthday

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

10/10 Excellent

John W.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nash S.

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

Unique Stay!

Jeff’s place is great! You won’t find anything else like it on Lake Travis. It’s great for small or large groups and the water access is unmatched
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clarisa R.

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

Would recommend

My friends and I had a great stay here! The place is clean and exactly as described.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

becky s.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Abby G.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin K.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie L.

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

Castle on Lake Travis is amazing!

We absolutely loved staying in the castle, it’s perfect! Jeff is the owner/host and he was very kind and informative. My family and I truly enjoyed waking up to the gorgeous views. We can’t wait to book again this summer!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew Y.

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

Cool Castle on Lake Travis

Great location, and Jeff was great. Flexible and we had a great time kayaking out to the island. Would recommend this place for families or groups with 6-10 people. Kitchen and grills were great too!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason D.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

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

Our Time With Kids and Grandkids

We had a wonderful time, swimming in the lake, hanging out at the castle, exploring the area, boating on the lake and playing at the local water park. We had 2 great meals at the nearby Beachside Billy’s located at the water park. Lots to do and Jeff was very accommodating.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacob L.

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

Bachelor Party 9/2024

Most unique place we have ever stayed. Plenty of parking, access to a dock on the water, plenty of things to do that are provided(paddle board, kayak, canoe, cornhole, board games, etc). So many different trinkets around the house. Absolutely amazing house and host.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janina P.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vlad P.

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

Extremely satisfied with our stay

This is our 2nd time staying with Jeff, and as always it was 5 star experience, breathing views, boat, paddle boarding, floating pads , grills , potato gun was the biggest entertainment for our kids. All this been offered and we have used every single amenities . Jeff is very pleasant and hospitality oriented I am recommending Jeff's castle to everyone who want to have unforgettable life time memories!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason and Jackie J.

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

Great time on Spring break.

The host was very helpful and available. Castle and all the decor was a hit with the kids. Lake is a short walk down the hill and he even took us out on his boat to tour the lake and anchor for some drinks and a swim. We just had to pay a captain fee for his time. We had an enjoyable Spring Break and would recommend the place.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Luis E.

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

Bachelor party

Great stay, had plenty if great accommodations. Get your groceries you’ll want or need for the stay and that’s it. We did not leave. You don’t want to either, great space outside and inside. The water is always there when you want to swim or even go boating/jet skiing.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Atisha M.

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

Fun time with extended family

We had a fun time at the house and Jeff was so kind to take us out on his boat! Our two teenage boys also explored the lake with Jeff’s kayaks. Beautiful sunsets from the balcony. House is filled to the brim with interesting collectibles.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard J. B.

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

Great Views from the Castle!

Our host was very helpful but unobtrusive. We used the free dual kayak to visit the nearby island. The local restaurant featured a live duck sitting at the bar. (Did he say "Put it on my bill?") Plentiful wildlife on walks included friendly deer and a rooster who wished me good morning. We had plenty of privacy and enjoyed several nearby restaurants.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jordan H.

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

Multiple Stays at the Castle

This was our 6th stay at the castle hosted by Jeff. As always, he was a great host, gave great instructions for check in process, and made sure we’re good after our departure. Truly one of my favorite rentals in the lake Travis area, we’re already planning our trip back for next year. Just want to say thanks again to Jeff for always providing top notch service, a clean and tidy living space, and providing our group of friends with a yearly weekend escape to relax and recharge. See you in 2025!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elton C.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tiya R.

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

So much fun!

This place was bonkers! So much room, so much to do. Mr. Voorhis was friendly and available. The castle has everything you need. There was so much room, everyone could spread out. We had a large group of adults staying the weekend. 3 large bedrooms with their own private bathrooms would be perfect for 3 legit families as each bedroom has at least 2 large beds and/or bunk beds. That doesn't include the additional space on the upstairs living room area. Each bedroom has floor to ceiling windows facing the lake. What a view! 3 balconies, fire pits, grills, kayaks, paddle boards, canoes... The list goes on. I cannot say enough about this place. STAY HERE!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024