Founded by European settlers in 1844, Castroville is a small town in the Medina River Valley. Even today this town has the charm of a European village. The town boasts several historic buildings mostly built in the mid to late 18th century. If you are looking for a weekend escape near San Antonio, Houston, and Austin then this is a wonderful destination. There are many museums, scenic parks, several restaurants offering traditional Alsatian cuisine (food from the Alsace region of France), and things to do. You must not miss the historic walking tour of the city which takes you across 50 historical homes including the Steinbach House. If you enjoy spending time outdoors you can indulge in sports, hiking, bird watching, or participate in water-based activities such as kayaking or canoeing in the river. Continue reading to learn about the top Airbnb vacation rentals in Castroville, Texas.
1. Arroyo Studio (from USD 122)
This guesthouse is one of the best places to stay in Castroville, Texas. Standing tall in downtown Castroville, Arroyo Studio is ideally located near Lisbon and Naples Street.
Constructed in 1870, the studio was a part of the kitchen in the Schmidt House. A leisurely stroll away from the Medina River at the turn of Constantinople Street and only some meters from Castroville Regional Park, the cozy accommodation is a good fit for couples on a romantic getaway. The rental is also pet friendly and should you want to visit with a furry companion in tow, it would be a good idea to book this Airbnb.
Equipped with a kitchen that features a stove and oven among other appliances, fixing meals should be a breeze. Guests can hang out in the backyard and soak up the sun while preparing barbeques on the outdoor grill for lunch.
Castroville, Texas, United StatesAccommodates: 3
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the bed and pillows are extremely comfortable and the massage chair is a plusnice cottage cozy comfy spotlessly clean all the amenitiesthe bed is super comfortable and the kitchen had everything we needed to make dinnervery small so only really comfortable le for 2 peopleCleanliness:
everything was clean and as advertisedit was very clean and easy to live init was just as it was described and very cleanvery spacious beds were comfortable and everything was cleanthis is a very cute cottage small but but clean newly remodeled and we loved itHost:
sophia was responsive to our questionssophia is an excellent hosthost was very responsivehost were friendly and very helpful in answering our questionsthe host was very responsive and helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is super close to the castroville park which was a great place to walk aroundwe could walk to the stores and a great park nearbyhad a nice weekend away in the cute placewas easy to find and several restaurants close bygreat location to walk around castroville and leave car parked
2. Medina River Windmill Cabin (from USD 185)
Found in Castroville, Texas, this home for rent rests along the harboring banks of the Medina River. Surrounded by lush greenery and bountiful nature, this cabin was constructed in 1938 and is done with a lot of artistic flair and eclectic decor.
While the cabin has a kitchen and light meals can be prepared on the stove, it is also a stone’s throw away from some of the best eateries and markets such as Castroville Café, Dziuk’s Meat Market, and Haby’s Alsatian Bakery. Refreshments of coffee, bottled water, and tea are provided in the kitchen.
Guests can engage in recreational activities such as swimming and fishing in the river. A tranquil afternoon can also be spent lying down on the soft tufts of grass under the canopy of a 300-year-old oak tree and reading a book.
Castroville, Texas, United StatesSuperhost Accommodates: 2
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the house was quaint and comfortablebeautiful cozy quiet cabin we had such a great relaxing time in the riverHost:
shannon was a fantastic hostshannon is an amazing host everything you needed she accommodatedshannon was the absolute best host i have ever encounteredshannon was very helpful and quick to respond with any questions i hadshannon was an excellent host and very responsive with communication and recommendations about the areaRead more reviewsLocation:
it's secluded beautiful location is the perfect place to get away and decompressbeautiful location; so cozy and welcomingcabin is super cute and it is very quietpeaceful quiet historic and close to the shops and restaurants in downtown castroville
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3. Beautiful home (from USD 199)
Situated in a quiet neighborhood, this Airbnb vacation rental in San Antonio is a family-friendly one that can accommodate up to 10 people, and all guests will have a good night sleep resting in its five bedrooms. Other facilities that you can enjoy include 2.5 bathrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, huge yard lined with fruit trees, barbecue, laundry room, air-conditioning, and wireless internet. Make sure that you visit Sea World, which is five-minute drive away from here. You can also visit the Lake Medina or Riverwalk near downtown and spend some relaxed time there.
San Antonio, Texas, United StatesAccommodates: 10
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lots of little amenities like iron/board hand soap/body wash dish/laundry soap etc coffee/tea etca/c worked very well keeping 10 of us cooland the kitchen and yard were perfect for cooking and having a family barbecuebeds and rooms were comfortable with plenty of spacethe living/kitchen was open and perfect for everyone to gather around and visit with our new airmanCleanliness:
clean and well kept housegreat responsiveness and very clean and comfortable houseit is a very clean and spacious placeand in fact the house is very clean and organizethe house is very spacious and clean and in a safe neighborhoodHost:
awesome host and great spacemike is great owner very attentitive andvery gracious host who is fast to respondhe was kind enough to let my family and i stay at his immaculate home for freefinally the host was very responsive and helpful trough our whole stayRead more reviewsLocation:
central to so many of san antonio's attractionsgreat location for bmt and going down townvery nice house with large bedrooms and a large central areaa beautiful house to stay at in a great locationexcellent place for a good price in a very nice location
4. Brand new guesthouse (from USD 127)
This brand-new barn will serve as an ultimate retreat in the city. The house for rent near Castroville, Texas, is fully equipped with modern amenities and will make you feel at home. Offering two comfortable beds and one bathroom, this accommodation is ideal for four people. Other amenities include free WiFi and free parking on the premises as well as an outdoor pool area under the beautiful pavilion that offers tranquility.
San Antonio, Texas, United StatesSuperhost Accommodates: 4
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great amenities the pool/outdoor kitchen is very nicethe pillows and mattress were very comfortable and the sheets were very softthis was a great deal the second bed down stairs in a trundle bed not a fold out bedeverything was exactly as described and the pool was perfectthe king bed was super cozy with the best sheetsCleanliness:
extremely clean and cozythere were plenty of towels and it was very cleanit is clean and welcomingthis place was sparkling cleancomfy pillows & bed clean and quaintHost:
host is very very responsivehad a great stay richard is a great hosti booked the day of and host made it super easyrichard is very responsive in a very timely fashion with any questions or concernsrichard was an excellent host making sure we had everything we needed for our stayRead more reviewsLocation:
really cute place and convenient to lackland afbconveniently located great place to staysuch a cute place would definitely stay againwe had such a wonderful time at this locationgreat location cute little barn for a nice little getaway
5. Private room on a hill near Lackland (from USD 65)
Solo adventurers or couples who are looking for a budget vacation rental should consider booking this one. It is located on a small hill on the western edge of San Antonio just off highway 90 and 1604. As a guest, you will be provided with a private bedroom along with a private bathroom for complete privacy. Other amenities that are shared with the hosts include a fully fitted kitchen, dining, living room, laundry room, back porch, patio, free parking, and WiFi. The patio and the room offer mesmerizing views of the sunsets and sunrises.
San Antonio, Texas, United StatesAccommodates: 2
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it’s a lovely private room and bath the shower was stunningbeautiful home cozy room comfortable bed amazing showerCleanliness:
eddie & brenda have such a clean and beautiful homea private bathroom is a plus and the room was very nicely decorated and very cleanHost:
hosts are very thoughtful and responsivethey are friendly and welcomingvery comfortable and the hosts are incredibly nicebrenda and her husband were very friendly and welcomingbrenda was quick to respond and her family was very kindRead more reviewsLocation:
the neighborhood was nice and quiet more than safe
6. Cozy home in San Antonio
Situated only 12 minutes from Lackland airforce base, this cozy home offers warmth, comfort, and convenience. As a guest, you are granted access to the entire house and all its facilities. This gorgeous home can accommodate up to nine guests in its three beds and two floor-mattresses divided across two bedrooms and a living room. The host also has two small friendly dogs which also live here but don’t meddle in your space unless you want to play with them.
San Antonio, Texas, United StatesAccommodates: 11
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neither of my family were comfortable sleeping in themhouse was very clean and comfortable easy access to interstate and not too far from the lackland afbshe had everything clearly written for us like the wifi password and where the towels whereCleanliness:
it was exceptionally clean and comfortablevery clean and spacious homeneat clean and comfortablei had to buy my own cleaning supplies to clean the microwavethe house was clean and tidyHost:
the owner is respectful and welcomingthe home was perfect and riley was a great hostriley was a great hostgreat host quick response time comfortable accommodationsriley is a great hostRead more reviewsLocation:
great place and location to the event centerhouse is located is a nice quiet neighborhoodthis place was nice and close to lackland afbwe loved the location to san antonio and to lacklandi highly recommend staying at this location
7. Historic cabin
Would you want to travel back in time to stay in the 1850s? This historic cabin will instantly make you feel the ancient vibe! It is rustic, classy, minimalistic, and built like a fort with unique windows. It’s an uncommon listing and offers an authentic experience of the bygone era in the historic Castroville. It is a single room cabin with a full-size bed, a mini fridge, coffee maker, electric kettle, sink, and toilet. There’s a porch and a hammock outside where you can spend some leisure time. While there are no doors between the toilet and the bed, if you want to shower you can use the shared shower in the home of the hosts.
Castroville, Texas, United StatesAccommodates: 2
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comfy fun great air conditioning would recommend to anyone thinking about staying hereit was also really clean and comfortable with a heater and small ac unitCleanliness:
sparkling clean and comfortableeverything was super clean comfortable and quietthe room was really clean and comfy right awaysuper clean and cuteeverything was comfortable and clean with many thoughtful touchesHost:
the host was more than graciousannie and julian are just great hoststhe hosts are very responsive and will make sure everything is set upannie and julian are very communicative and i will definitely be renting againyou can tell the hosts take great pride in their listingRead more reviewsLocation:
fun little town close to san antonioit is located in a quiet peaceful neighborhoodcool history and walkable locationso it’s a great locationcute cozy spot in a quiet area
8. Historic farmhouse on the Medina River
Nestled in a peaceful country setting by the Medina River, this historic farmhouse is perfect for families or friends. Treat yourself to all the available facilities, such as two spacious bedrooms, a modern bathroom, a living room, small but functional kitchenette, and a very large deck with fire pit. Built in the 1920s, this is a great property for four guests looking for a wonderful escape close to Houston, Austin or San Antonio. You can bring your own canoe or kayak to truly enjoy in the river.
Castroville, Texas, United StatesTop guest reviews
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the amenities are as described (nice kitchenette roomy shower tons of natural light and very clean)it makes a hotel room look like a jail cellperfect place we just needed an extra spare bed room for our weekend stay in castrovilleCleanliness:
really clean and cozy historic housebeautiful clean apartment with nice combination of modern features and old charmcomfortable quiet and cleana true hill country experience comfortable clean and contemporaryour stay at the farmhouse was great the place is very clean it’s quiet and very privateHost:
hosts were very responsive and were always accommodating if we needed anythingthe hosts are artists and there was lovely art all over the apartmentthe description of the property was accurate and our hosts were very helpful and friendly throughout our stayhad trouble with electronic lock but glad we could reach owner for helpas hosts they provided everything they promised with quick and accurate communication and they respected our privacyRead more reviewsLocation:
relaxing and close to everythingrelaxing and close to everythingthere are cute whole in the wall restaurants very close and san antonio is about 20mins awaythe location of the property is stunninggreat location with an enormous lush yard leading down to the river
9. Spacious private bedroom
This accommodation offers a comfortable bedroom with two single beds, which makes it an ideal place to stay for solo adventurers and couples. Feel free to use all the facilities that you find in the house, which includes the kitchen, 1.5 bathrooms, the dining room, pool room, and the backyard. Moreover, the house is in a cul-de-sac merely five minutes away from Seaworld, which gives you ample entertainment options.
10. Amazing bedroom near Sea World
Close to Sea World, this house promises fun with comfort during your stay in San Antonio. The house is equipped with two bedrooms listed on Airbnb, this listing is for one bedroom with private bathroom for two guests. You will have access to the kitchen, dining, laundry room, living room, outdoor seating, and some other facilities in the house. There is a parking spot outside the garage on the property. You can also go shopping at the La Cantera Shopping Center which is just 10 minutes away.
11. Private bedroom for couples near Sea World
This is the second listing by superhost James in the lovely home near Sea World. If you are traveling in a group of four you can feel free to reserve both of these rooms. Although you will need to make two separate reservations one for each room. Just like listing 5 above, this room is also well furnished and has its own private bathroom. This space is perfect for couples, solo travelers or business travelers.
12. Farmhouse in Castroville
This listing on our list is for a group of seven guests. Providing four cozy beds in three bedrooms and one private bathroom, this farmhouse makes a great place to stay. As a guest, you can have full access to the entire farmhouse that includes a living area, kitchen with appliances, and a lovely garden. Downtown Antonio is just a short drive away, so you should definitely visit it if you are looking for entertainment.
History has its charm
Texas is diverse and the historical beauty of Castroville makes it worth visiting over the weekend. Explore all the historical buildings, try the local cuisine, and spend leisure time by the river bed before retiring to your cottage in Castroville and you will surely have a memorable weekend.
Happy Traveling!