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El Castillo (The Castle)

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Terrace/patio
Exterior
5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, fireplace
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
9.0

Wonderful

Entire home

5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 125000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot TubHot TubHot Tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Check out the area

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McAllen, TX
  • Popular LocationMcAllen Convention Center3 min drive
  • Popular LocationMcAllen Performing Arts Center3 min drive
  • AirportMcAllen, TX (MFE-Miller Intl.)5 min drive
  • Popular LocationLa Plaza Mall5 min drive

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20/10 Excellent

Very spacious and tranquil setting. The whole family was able to be over and enjoy the evening.
mario p.
Apr 27, 2023

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

El Castillo (The Castle)

It is a treat to stay in this house. This is an English Tudor Home/Castle with over 5,000 square feet of space to enjoy plus a lush garden with various seating areas. No need for you to rent a hotel when THE CASTLE is the perfect mini mansion for family or business travelers needs. Each piece of furniture was carefully selected to fit the style of the home, filled with antiques. This home sits almost on top of a hill where the wind blows freely and wild and exotic birds can be observed.

The space
We are located in the city limits, but given the space and location...at times it almost seems like it’s outside the city. It’s a very peaceful area. Where you can either sit in the front yard, or back patio and enjoy the birds passing by or stopping by for a visit. The airport, the expressway, the convention center, the mall, dinning, library, and shopping are all at less than 5 minutes away.

This is a very spacious home with 5,000 square feet for a family to enjoy or business travelers. 5 bedrooms to enjoy, large kitchen with all the essentials, a TV room, a formal and informal living, a formal and informal dinning, a bar or coffee bar in both formal living and TV room, perfect to watch games in TV. A very large back patio with lots of seating areas. It has 5 bedrooms and can sleep 10 or more guests. FYI it’s a 2 story home, so caution with small children. Come stay with us!

NOTE:
Having a birthday, baby shower, bridal shower, business meetings, large family gatethering, wedding, sweet sixteen, intimate/private events, etc we also rent the house as an event venue? Please ask for our packages and a tour.
"Special Events Venue"inbox for details
No Events or Parties allowed without prior notification or clearance with owners.

Property manager

Sylvia SR

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Next to a golf course

Things to do

  • Golf on site
  • Optional golf privileges on site
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 5,000 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: No parties nor events allowed. No refunds
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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
El Castillo The Castle Mcallen
El Castillo (The Castle) McAllen
El Castillo (The Castle) Private vacation home
El Castillo (The Castle) Private vacation home McAllen

About the neighborhood

McAllen

Located in McAllen, this vacation home is next to a golf course. McAllen Performing Arts Center and 17th Street Entertainment District are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit La Plaza Mall and Palms Crossing. Xtreme Lazer Tag and International Museum of Art and Science are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • McAllen Convention Center - 3 min drive
  • McAllen Performing Arts Center - 3 min drive
  • 17th Street Entertainment District - 5 min drive
  • McAllen Medical Center - 5 min drive
  • La Plaza Mall - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Miller Intl. Airport (MFE) - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • McAlister's Deli - 2 min drive
  • Starbucks - 3 min drive
  • Corner Bakery Cafe - 2 min drive
  • Cracker Barrel - 19 min walk
  • Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen - 3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is El Castillo (The Castle) pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at El Castillo (The Castle)?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at El Castillo (The Castle)?

Check-out is at 12:00 PM.

Where is El Castillo (The Castle) located?

Situated in McAllen, this golf vacation home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Palm View Golf Course, Palms Crossing, and McAllen Performing Arts Center. McAllen Convention Center and McAllen Nature Center are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 12 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 12 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 12 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 12 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

mario p.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tranquil
Very spacious and tranquil setting. The whole family was able to be over and enjoy the evening.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Enrique R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent location and property!
The home was excellent! Just as described, and all listed amenities were included. House a/c couldn’t be found, but window a/c units were more than helpful in keeping the house at everyone’s desired temperature. The property is centrally located and close to Downtown McAllen that it made getting around very easy! Definitely will stay again sometime!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

2/10 Terrible

Ellen W.

Disliked: Cleanliness
The house was very dirty and hadmultiple issues
While the house was very spacious it was very dirty especially in the kitchen. We had to clean it. We were unable to get the owner to come and address issues. She still has not responded to my email. Very disappointed with her.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

mario p.

Spacious and Quiet
Overall it is a nice property, needs a bit of work here and there and some possible updating but we would absolutely stay again.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great time
BEAUTIFUL & INCREDIBLE!! Can't wait till next time!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
Amazing location and awesome place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rosa J., Dallas, TX, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and Spacious
Stunning home. Very spacious rooms and bathrooms. Great for a large family or many friends. Stayed her for a wedding and my friends and I stayed ger comfortably. Definitely would return.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Clint W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good for larger groups
Sylvia is a good host and screens her guests which I understand and appreciate. The home, though dated, works well for a group of 5-8 who like privacy or a larger group with more sharing of space. The master bedroom actually has two bathrooms attached to it so if all bedrooms are full, a bathroom upstairs will be shared. Ask Sylvia to turn the AC on for you prior to arrival because the home is large and in the Texas heat it takes a while to cool it down. The fridge does not have an ice maker. Our group were all older folks who enjoyed their stay which was affordable and pleasant. Being able to park in the garage or behind gate is super convenient. It was cleaned prior to our arrival but the cleaner used on the tile floor left it tacky under shoes. No a big deal but noticed. The home is from the early ‘80s and is designed as such. This is not a luxury stay and that should not be expected at this very affordable price however, it is good for larger groups and folks who don't require upscale lodgings. We were happy and would book it again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ernesto L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house
Everything was great
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Mariana G.

Trip to South Padre
Late notice booking and affordable price. The house seems to be very traditional, there are several imperfections throughout the house but it made a great place for a large group of people.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021