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

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Captain Jay's Cove on Lake Travis
Sunset View - Lake Travis - Castle
Front Entrance
Front Patio sitting area with Fire Pit/Grill
Property grounds

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 15

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washer/dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 15)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 5

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 6

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

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


THE CASTLE IS ON DEEP WATER IN A PRIVATE COVE WITH 3 ACRES OF PRIVATE LAND WITH EASY LAKE ACCESS. LESS THAN A MINUTE DOWN TO THE WATER, NOT 10 MINUTES,

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

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Must contact and discuss to be approved by Owner

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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)

Small dogs allowed. Must be approved by owner.

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No smoking of any type allowed indoors.

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.

$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.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4142455
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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Leander

Located in Volente, a neighbourhood in Leander, this holiday home 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.
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Volente, TX

What's nearby

  • Lake Travis - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Volente Beach Water Park - 1 min drive - 0.8 km
  • Moody Center - 48 min drive - 52.6 km
  • University of Texas at Austin - 49 min drive - 53.3 km
  • Sixth Street - 51 min drive - 51.1 km

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

Frequently asked questions

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

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

How much does it cost to stay at Lakefront Castle Lake Travis Sleeps 15, Private Cove , Dock , Fire Pits, Boats?

As of 28 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lakefront Castle Lake Travis Sleeps 15, Private Cove , Dock , Fire Pits, Boats on 26 June 2026 start from NZ$1,106, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

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 holiday home 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).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 280 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

richard m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location on the water of lake Travis. Excellent views. Felt very private, even with owner next door and Tennant downstairs. Note, a few groups came though the property, to the dock for boat excursions. Very entertaining property for family with teens and dog. Owner had 2 dogs that were nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

NICK M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
THE VIEW AND AMEDITIES WERE GREAT, MANY NICE BEDS, MANY WATER CRAFTS TO USE, QUITE A UNIQUE EXPERIENCE AT THIS CASTLE. WE WOULD RENT AGAIN, BUT SOME SMALL ISSUES LIKE ALL OF THE OUTSIDE GRILLS DID NOT WORK AND WERE RUSTED, SHORT ON FORKS, SO HAD TO HAND WASH MANY TIMES (NOT REALLY A BIG DEAL). OVERALL, IT WAS A FUN PLACE FOR THE WEEKEND.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 May 2026
After reading your concerns, I went and double checked on your concerns. I had the the cleaning crew checked the amount of metal forks. They counted 57 forks in top drawer extra and in the drawer below. I tested both grills, they both lighted as they should, one was low on propane, During the tour I informed you had nine 9 full bottles up by the green shed. I also have a Benzo-matic torch to light the grills or other things you want to catch on fire. You had multiple guests come swim, you did not pay for the extra guests that came or informed me before you left. As said on the tour, there will be someone to help you 24/7 with any issue, and respond in minutes. You never called or text with any issue.
Verified

8/10 Good

Mark W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
View of the lake and "snake island" was superb. Jeff went over and above, spending 20 minutes touring the spacioushome and grounds upon check-in.Alot of fun things for the 16-25 kid age range... instruments, games, telescopes and room to wander (600' of lake frontage to explore). Place sleeps 2x the # we had (8). Only regret is not being too busy elsewhere in Austin to spend more time at the castle.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ree B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another lovely trip to the castle. A wonderful getaway with everything you need available. Very nice host.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 January 2026
Excellent guests
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Reagan O.

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

10/10 Excellent

Noel Q.

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

jennifer i.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard A.

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

10/10 Excellent

Kyle D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Captain Jay is a fantastic property manager. The Castle is well worth it!
Stayed 3 nights in May 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

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

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

Jennifer A.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa A.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Annette A.

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

The Castle is Amazing!

Everything from the check in process to checking out was great. The owners are so nice and very welcoming.
Response from VrboOwner on 25 September 2020
Great bunch! You are welcome to come back to visit.
Verified

8/10 Good

David M.

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

Fun weekend in the Castle

Great spot for a weekend with friends on Lake Travis. Jeff was responsive and helpful during our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 August 2024
David booked the Castle without telling me it was a bachelor party. They left a mess that my cleaning crew charge me extra . They told me they knew how to drive a boat first thing they did was drive it into my dock an put a huge dent in it. They called saying they did not know how to start my jetski which I found out a bunch guys picked it up off the lift and threw in the water backwards and flooded my the electronics. The jetski weighs over 800 pounds. Costing me $500 to reset the control computer. They did not know how to operate the jetski up and down lift. How were they going to get back on the lift? A Seadoo GTX weighs approx 800 pounds. They were not suppose to touch it until they called me to rented it and knew how to operate it. They did not, I did not charge them for any of the damage. I thought they were going to be responsible professional young men, I was sadly disappointed. I gave him a 5 Stars rating to be nice and he gave me 4 Stars. I lost money due to their stay. VRBO needs to reconsider the rating system
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great Lake House

Very nice house with lots of character, plenty to do and see. Great views highly recommend for family get togethers.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 21 June 2021
Thank you for the review. Glad you had a great time. Please come back anytime.
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

Kyle D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
First class! spotless, bright and very welcoming along with a lovely welcoming gift.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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

Megan T.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey A.

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

The best

Absolutely amazing spot to stay. Highly recommend, Jeff was very accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

About the host

Hosted by Jeff Voorhis

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Jeffrey Lee Voorhis obtained the degree of Bachelor of Science in Petroleum and Natural Gas Engineering from Kingsville Texas A & M University in 1983. Mr. Voorhis is a registered professional engineer in the State of Texas and has 16 years of private sector engineering experience in the on shore/off shore petroleum industry. He has served 22 years’ work for the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, (TCEQ) and Texas Railroad Commission (RRC) where he provided engineering and technical assistance on pollution prevention in the United States and Mexico. In these diverse functions, he has successfully provided technology to many pollution prevention and environmentally conscious projects, resulting in over 250 million dollars a year in savings.. He has many publications including preparation of Texas Pollution Prevention Assessment Manual and Case Studies of Source Reduction and Waste Minimization by Texas Industries. He has served on FOSTTA and many EPA committees. He is also was project leader for TSCA, PPIS, RCRA, Galveston Bay, and NICE3 grants. Mr. Voorhis is also a Registrar Accreditation Board Environmental Management Systems Lead Auditor for ISO 14000. He was the first certified EMS Lead Auditor in state service. Mr. Voorhis was named was TCEQ employee of the Year in Pollution Prevention in 2005.

Why they chose this property

There is no other property like this on Lake Travis. The Castle is built out of recycled materials from UT Austin, Mueller Airport, Southwest Airlines. We have a private deep-water cove and a large area with a Firepit, outdoor toys (Cornhole, Bocce Balls, Horseshoes, etc.).

What makes this property unique

Considered one of the most beautiful view of the Texas Hill Country Sunsets. Quiet location with personal cove and dock. Picturesque view of Lake Travis from the Living Area, Masterbed rooms in the house, and Gallery Open Room. Sit on the first or second balconies sipping coffee in the quiet morning overlooking a quiet, calm lake. Relaxing to start the day.

Languages:

English

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