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El Castell & El Castellito: 4 Cabins + 1 House 26+
- 16 Guests
- 10 Bedrooms
- 16 Beds
- 8 Bathrooms
Welcome to Castell Cabins – on the Llano River 🤠
Escape to the heart of the Texas Hill Country on a private riverfront luxe retreat nestled along the banks of the spring-fed Llano River in the historic town of Castell, Texas (pop: 7)!
Set on 5+ peaceful acres with direct river access, El Castell & El Castellito offer the perfect blend of comfort, adventure, and small-town charm. Whether you're looking to unplug for a weekend, spend your days on the water, or gather with family and friends beneath the stars, you'll find your place here.
Experience the Best of the Llano River
Spend your days:
- Swimming, kayaking, or relaxing in the cool, spring-fed waters of the scenic Llano River
- Fly fishing for Gudalupe Bass, the Texas State fish
- Rockhounding for topaz, llanite, quartz, and other local treasures
- Exploring the scenic Hill Country roads and nearby historic towns
And when the sun goes down, grab a rocking chair on the porch, enjoy the trickling sounds of the river, and sit by the fire pits while watching shooting stars streak across the sky.
Across and next door to the historic, quirky, and infamous Castell General Store
Just steps away is the iconic Castell General Store, famous for its cold beer, live music, colorful locals, and what many consider one of the best Burger and Beer combo in the State of Texas. Texas Monthly once described Castell as "Luckenbach on the Llano River"—a place where time slows down, and life gets a little simpler.
A Boutique Escape to the Hill Country: Lodging
Cabins C & D are about 75 feet from the riverfront and are connected by a large breezeway deck, with each cabin a total of ~1,000 sq. ft. each. Cabins A & B are individually offset out front (closer to the road), and are completely self-sufficient at ~500 sq. ft. each. El Castellito is across from El Castell and next door to the General Store, in the heart of town:
★ Cabin A
- 1 Bedroom | 1 Full Bath
- 1 Queen Bed
- 1 Sleeper Sofa
★ Cabin B
- 1 Bedroom | 1 Full Bath
- 1 Queen Bed
- 1 Sleeper Sofa
★ Cabin C
- 2 Bedrooms | 2 Full Baths
- Primary Suite: 1 King Bed with Private Bath
- Guest Bedroom: 1 Queen Bed
- Living Room: 1 Sleeper Sofa
★ Cabin D
- 2 Bedrooms | 2 Full Baths
- Primary Suite: 1 King Bed with Private Bath
- Guest Bedroom: 1 Full Bed + Twin-over-Full Bunk Bed
★ El Castellito (house next to General Store)
- 4 Bedrooms | 2.5 Baths
- 1 King Bed | 2 Queens Beds
- 2 Bunk Beds (single beds)
All cabins feature Smart TVs with streaming capabilities via Starlink, as well as DISH TV service with local channels.
We provide plenty of free on-site parking on the property, and we love pets, allowing them free of charge 🦮
Should you need on-site Kayaks 🛶 or Bikes 🚴♂️ for the entirety of your stay, visit our site @ castellcabins.com
Additional Lodging Options
Should you wish to explore options, we offer several cabin configurations to fit groups of all sizes:
- Link | El Castell: Cabin C+D (Sleeps 10+)
- Link | El Castell: Cabin A (Sleeps 2+)
- Link | El Castell: Cabin B (Sleeps 2+)
- Link | El Castellito: (Sleeps 10)
- Link | El Castell: Cabins A,B,C+D (Sleeps 16+)
Your Hill Country escape starts here. Welcome Home!
Highlights
Parking
Wireless Starlink Internet
Pictures
Amenities
Parking & facilities
Parking option included
Entertainment
Bicycles, Canoe kayak, TV antenna
Bathroom & laundry
Bed linen, Blow dryer, Clothes dryer, Essentials, Washing machine
Heating & cooling
Air conditioning, Ceiling fans, Fireplace, General heating
Internet & office
Wireless Starlink Internet wireless
Kitchen & dining
Blender, Coffee machine, Cooking utensils, Dishwasher, Kitchen stove, Kitchenette, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Toaster
Home Safety
Carbon monoxide detector, Fire extinguisher, First aid kit, Smoke detector
House Rules
- Check-in03:00 PM
- Check-out11:00 AM
Location
Why Castell, Texas?
If you get one chance to show someone what Texas is all about, you go to the Texas Hill Country. But the Hill Country is a 25-county region, far too large to see in one day. So you’ve got to focus on the best part of the Hill Country, Castell Texas. It’s isolated. There’s a river for fishing or kayaking, and the landscape is in pristine condition. It’s the water, the wildlife, the wide-open spaces, the hills, and the granite. And it’s all in Castell, on the Llano River.
The Llano River is a spring-fed stream of the Edwards Plateau and is widely known for its scenic beauty and home to the Guadalupe Bass, the Texas state fish. Sometimes referred to as the "Texas Trout" because of its fondness for faster flowing water and its fighting ability when hooked. (TPWD also stock 2500+ Rainbow trout in the winter months).
The stone here is scientifically proven to be older than the dinosaurs and you can’t help but feel a recharge from what is referred to as the Llano Uplift. An ancient geological phenomenon where many Native Americans chose to settle and later a group of Germans called the society of freethinkers. To this day, some of the descendants reside in the area.
At night, you’ll get distracted by shooting stars as you stare into the middle of the Milky Way. And although maybe seven people live there, you’ll feel right at home at the Castell General Store. And, when you have to show someone your ideal version of Texas, tell them you’re going to Castell. And when they ask, “What’s Castell?”, you don’t have to tell them anything. Show them your pictures of the river in a canoe or kayak and then end the day in rocking chairs under the sky.
That will be your answer.
P.S. Castell now has the distinction of being the oldest surviving settlement in Llano County.
Rates
Our rates may vary day-by-day. Please select a period to see the exact price for your stay.
Policy and notes
Payment Schedule
50% of the total amount is due at time of reservation.
The remaining amount is to be paid 7 day(s) before arrival.
Cancellation Policy
All paid prepayments are non-refundable.
Security deposit
No security deposit is due.
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About host
Cabin retreat along the banks of the Llano River in Castell, Texas, USA
Visit our website for more about us and our quirky little town
@castellcabins.com | @castelltexas
Contact us
- Email:[email protected]
- Phone:+12145075861
- Website:https://castellcabins.com