Lakefront Castle Total Eclipse path Sleeps 12, Private Cove and Dock 5 STARS

Lakefront Castle Total Eclipse path Sleeps 12, Private Cove and Dock 5 STARS

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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

Overview of Lakefront Castle Total Eclipse path Sleeps 12, Private Cove and Dock 5 STARS

Reviews
9.8 out of 10 Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • GymGymGym
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Check out the area

Volente, TX
  • Popular LocationLake Travis7 min walk
  • Popular LocationVolente Beach Water Park7 min walk
  • Popular LocationHippie Hollow13 min drive
  • AirportAustin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)41 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

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 Total Eclipse path Sleeps 12, Private Cove and Dock 5 STARS

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

Property manager

Jeff Voorhis
Premier Host
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Amenities

Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Gym

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Must contact and discuss to be approved by Owner

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Small dogs allowed. Must be approved by owner.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking of any type allowed indoors.
$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.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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: 10
Note from host: Must contact and discuss to be approved by Owner
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Leander

This castle is located in Volente, a neighbourhood in Leander, and is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Travis and Lake Austin. Travelling with kids? Consider Volente Beach Water Park and JumpStreet. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and ecotours.

What's nearby

  • Lake Travis - 7 min walk
  • Volente Beach Water Park - 7 min walk
  • Hippie Hollow - 13 min drive
  • Lakeline Mall - 15 min drive
  • H-E-B Center - 22 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • The Oasis - 12 min drive
  • Shack 512 - 5 min drive
  • Lospinos Restaurant - 21 min drive
  • Smiling Donuts - 36 min drive
  • Beachside Billy's Restaurant & Bar - 8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakefront Castle House With Multi-level Decks Sleeps 10, Private Cove and Dock pet-friendly?

Yes, Lakefront Castle House With Multi-level Decks Sleeps 10, Private Cove and Dock allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Lakefront Castle House With Multi-level Decks Sleeps 10, Private Cove and Dock?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakefront Castle House With Multi-level Decks Sleeps 10, Private Cove and Dock?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lakefront Castle House With Multi-level Decks Sleeps 10, Private Cove and Dock located?

This family-friendly Leander castle is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Volente Beach Water Park and Lake Travis. JumpStreet and Lakeline Mall are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Reagan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Can’t beat the view!
We were a group of 16 with a dog and everyone slept comfortably. We really enjoyed the kayaks, paddle boards, and corn hole...all for no additional cost! Jeff was a fast responder to any questions I had and even brought us a couple of floating lanterns to light up on the roof. All in all it was a great stay and would recommend this place to friends and family.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Castle is the best
Had such an incredible weekend out at the castle. Jeff is also maybe the best host ever.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 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.

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