A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Discover nearby landmarks
Close to Lake Travis
Sleeps 15•3 bedrooms•10 beds
Popular amenities
Onsite parking available
Dog-friendly
Kitchen
Washing machine
Air-conditioning
Barbecue grill
Explore the area
Volente, TX
Lake Travis
Place, Lake Travis
1 min walk
Volente Beach Water Park
Place, Volente Beach Water Park
5 min walk
University of Texas at Austin
Place, University of Texas at Austin
48 min drive
Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)
Airport, Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)
56 min drive
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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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 going on at Q2 Stadium, or consider a night out at Beachside Billy's. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and hiking.
University of Texas at Austin - 48 min drive - 51.5 km
Sixth Street - 50 min drive - 51.9 km
Getting around
Austin Station - 31 min drive
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) - 41 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 12 min drive
Rudy's Country Store & Bar-B-Q - 13 min drive
Bunker Bar & Grill - 38 min drive
7-Eleven - 14 min drive
Whataburger - 14 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 25 Aug, 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 30 Dec, 2026 start from S$1,663, 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. Beachside Billy's is 0.5 mi (0.7 km) away.
About the host
Hosted by Jeff Voorhis
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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