Title: Architect's 'Castle': Golf Villa w/ Views - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Architect's 'Castle': Golf Villa w/ Views ![Golf](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88620000/88612400/88612353/w1167h865x3y0-4e7c33ef.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88620000/88612400/88612353/7f9e6f67.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, offices](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88620000/88612400/88612353/12756b7d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, offices](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88620000/88612400/88612353/8eb59237.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88620000/88612400/88612353/w1166h871x4y0-5c2cc759.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Perched atop the 17th Fairway of Ram Rock Golf Course, this Texas Hill Country villa offers an unforgettable escape. Unwind in the inviting living room with a Roku TV, prepare meals in the well-appointed kitchen, and retreat to one of two bedrooms or a cozy office with sofa bed. 8.8 Excellent ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 71355 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Air conditioning - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Barbecue grill - Kitchen ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Architect's 'Castle': Golf Villa w/ Views Stay in a work of art by world-renowned architect José Luis Ezquerra! This private villa in a 'castle' is a piece of history on the Apple Rock golf course. Experience its famous brick dome ceiling–handcrafted by master artisans–and the captivating 40ft spiral staircase. Guests rave about the comfort and stunning balcony sunsets. Watch for the deer that roam the fairway–a tranquil scene the architect himself envisioned–the perfect retreat for your Hill Country golf getaway or romantic escape. Welcome to Villas Albanas (1980), a private two-story villa and a living piece of architectural history. You will have the entire townhouse to yourself, with a private entrance and no shared interior spaces. A MASTERPIECE OF "LEJANISMO" ARCHITECTURE Conceived by the legendary architect José Luis Ezquerra—creator of the famous Las Hadas Resort—this villa is a rare example of his "Lejanismo" style. It's not a copy of the past, but an artistic dream of a distant place, designed to provide what he called a "fantasy quality." The villa's most stunning features, like the intricate brick dome ceiling, were not merely designed; they were handcrafted on-site by master vault-makers from Mexico, using techniques "handed down from generation to generation since the Middle Ages." You are staying inside a work of authentic, old-world craftsmanship. THE GUEST EXPERIENCE, ENVISIONED Perched above the 17th fairway of a Robert Trent Jones Sr. masterpiece, the setting is as prestigious as the architecture. In the architect's own words from 1980, he celebrated that "dozens of deer live peacefully around the houses"—a tranquil experience you can still enjoy today from your private balcony at sunset. SPACES DESIGNED FOR COMFORT & INSPIRATION LIVING AREA Relax and unwind in the inviting living room, equipped with a Roku TV and ample seating to gather and share memorable moments. KITCHEN & DINING Prepare delicious meals in the well-appointed kitchen featuring butcher block countertops and modern appliances. The dining table offers seating for four. BED & BATH Retreat to one of the two bedrooms or the cozy office, which doubles as a sleeping space. The primary bedroom upstairs boasts a luxurious king bed—praised by one guest as "the most comfortable bed of any rental we've ever stayed at"—a Roku TV, and a full en-suite bathroom. The second bedroom downstairs features the famous brick dome ceiling, a plush queen bed, and a Roku TV. OUTDOOR LIVING Savor the beauty of the Hill Country from your private balcony or patio. It's the perfect spot to admire the breathtaking sunset views as deer often roam the fairway below. A BBQ grill is also available for your use. DESIGNATED OFFICE A dedicated workspace provides a quiet and inspiring corner for remote work or creative pursuits. EXTRA PERKS Enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi, a washer/dryer, and a Keurig coffee bar. For those looking to explore, be sure to check out our guidebook! It’s filled with local gems and our favorite things to do in the Texas Hill Country. We look forward to welcoming you! ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Fenced private pool ### Internet - Available in the villa: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair - Office ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 5 steps to reach entrance - Area rugs in public areas - Handrails in stairways - Tile flooring in public areas - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a hospital - Near the marina - Next to a golf course ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Golfing nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Unit size: 1,355 square feet ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Contactless check-in available Minimum check-in age: 21 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM Contactless check-out available ### 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 Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## 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 Long-term renters welcome Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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 This property does not have elevators ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=30.539251,-98.39614&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:mqlyDz%7EpwQ%40Q%3FQ%3FQ%3FS%40Q%40Q%40O%40Q%40S%40QBQ%40OBQBSBOBQBQBODQBODQDODQDOFODQDOFOFOFOFMFQFOFMHMFOHMHMFOJMHMHKHMJKHMJKHKJMJKJKJKJIJKLIJILKJILGJILILGLILGLGLGLGLGLENELGNELENCLENCLENCLANENANCL%3FNCNANAN%3FLANAN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FL%40N%40N%3FN%40N%40LBN%3FNBN%40LDN%40NBLDNBLDNBLDNDLFLDNDLFLFLFLFLFLHLFJHLHLFJHLJJHJHLJJHJJJJJJHLJJJJHLJJHLHJHLHNHLHLHLFNHLFLFPFNFLFNFNDNFNDPFNDNDPDNBPDNBPDNBPBPBPBPBP%40NBP%40P%40R%40P%40N%40P%3FP%40R%3FP%3FP%3FP%3FP%3FP%3FRAP%3FPAPANARAPAPCPANCRCNCPCPCPENCPEPCNENEPENGPENGNENGNGNGNGLGPGLILGNILILILINILIJILKJILKJKLIJKJKJKJKHMJKHKHMJKHMHMFKHMFMHMFMFMFMFMFODMFMDODMDOBMDOBMDOBO%40MDO%40OBO%40M%40O%40O%40O%3FO%40M%40O%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FOAMAO%3FOAOAOAMAOCOAOEMAOCMEOCMEOCMEOEMEOGMEMGMGMGMGMGMIMGMIKGMIKIMKKIMIKKKIKKKKKKKKIMKKIMKKIMIKIMKMGOIMIMGOIMGMGOGOGOGOGOGOEOEOGQEOEQEOEOCQEQCOCQCQCOCQCSAOCQAQAQASAOAQAQ%3FQ%3FS%3FQAQ&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=nXSuFTklpgGcCkFaY9gYyWNGp6E=) Horseshoe Bay, TX #### What's nearby - Ram Rock Golf Course - 1 min drive - 0.8 km - Apple Rock Gulf Course - 1 min drive - 0.8 km - Lake LBJ - 4 min drive - 2.3 km - Slick Rock Golf Course - 6 min drive - 3.8 km - Lake LBJ Yacht Club and Marina - 11 min drive - 8.6 km #### Getting around - Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) - 76 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Lakeside Thai Food - ‬14 min drive - ‪Julie's Cocina - ‬14 min drive - ‪Waterfront Grill - ‬12 min drive - ‪Café 360 - ‬12 min drive - ‪Mosca's - ‬23 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Architect's 'Castle': Golf Villa w/ Views pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Architect's 'Castle': Golf Villa w/ Views? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Architect's 'Castle': Golf Villa w/ Views? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Architect's 'Castle': Golf Villa w/ Views located? > Located in Horseshoe Bay West, this golf villa is within 2 mi (3 km) of Lake LBJ, Apple Rock Gulf Course, and Ram Rock Golf Course. Colorado River is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Architect's 'Castle': Golf Villa w/ Views Reviews 8.8 ### Excellent All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 3 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.2/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rosendo L. May 2, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome Place Very comfortable and cozy place, I will definitely come back, Barrett is an excellent host ##### Rosendo L. Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Steve C. Mar 3, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Golf outing Everything was as reported. Nice location. ##### Steve C. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Kristin M. May 12, 2025 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Good location to golf course The property was well located and easy to check in/check out. Over all the condo was clean, but it is in need of some updates and minor repairs. It is older and needs a bit of updating. ##### Kristin M. 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