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

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A wooden cabin with a balcony, under a starry night sky.
A wooden deck with a dining table set for four, surrounded by chairs, and a flag hanging above.
A wooden structure with a metal gate, surrounded by a field of blue flowers.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a large island with a sink.
A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, leather sofas, and a variety of wall art.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Llano River

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Kitchenette
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Castell, TX
  • Place, Llano River
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
    ‪55 min drive‬
  • Place, National Museum of the Pacific War
    ‪56 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed and 1 Double Futon

Bedroom 5

1 Double Futon and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 6

1 Double Futon and 1 Queen Bed

6 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 5

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 6

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

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

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About the area

Llano

Located in Llano, this cabin is on the waterfront. Seaquist House and Mason County Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Walking Labyrinth and Todd Mountain. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and water tubing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and ecotours.
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Map
Castell, TX

What's nearby

  • Llano River - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Main Street - 54 min drive - 80.2 km
  • Enchanted Rock State Natural Area - 55 min drive - 87.8 km
  • National Museum of the Pacific War - 56 min drive - 81.7 km
  • Rockbox Theater - 56 min drive - 81.3 km

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

On-site 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]?

Checkout 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 miles (32 km) of Robinson City Park and Mason County Courthouse. The Odeon Theatre and Seaquist House are also within 20 miles (32 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 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a perfect property for enjoying the river with a big group. The cabins provide comfortable, clean living and sleeping spaces and the outdoor amenities made it really easy to enjoy the river. The host was nice and accommodating as well.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great. We plan on visiting again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
The property location is perfect for a Castell getaway since it is right across from the General Store. There is easy access to the river for fishing, swimming or just listening to the water and there is a lot of outdoor space so that was wonderful. The property was clean and accommodations were comfortable but the property needs some TLC. The picnic table/benches were warped, some chairs were busted, there was a huge, deep hole in the ground by the fire pit that someone could step in and break a leg. We put a log over it but it needs to be taken care of permanently. It was 95 degrees the day we arrived and no one had put on the air conditioning so all the cabins were extremely hot & it took a couple of hours before they were comfortable. For the cost of the cabins I would have thought they would have someone prep the cabins. Overall, it was a nice place, especially for a large group but, as I said, it needs some attention.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesomeness

Fantastic
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
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