Memorable Family experiences at The Castle of Palmyra.

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Exterior
Pool
Exterior
6 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Palmyra, IL
  • Carlinville Public Square
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Illinois College
    ‪60 min drive‬
  • University of Illinois at Springfield
    ‪65 min drive‬
  • Jacksonville, IL (IJX-Jacksonville Municipal)
    ‪61 min drive‬

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About the area

Palmyra

With a stay at this castle in Palmyra, you'll be on the waterfront, and 17.4 mi (27.9 km) from Carlinville Public Square and 18.1 mi (29.2 km) from Beaver Dam State Park. .This family-friendly castle is 27.7 mi (44.5 km) from Thomas H Boyd Memorial Hospital and 27.8 mi (44.8 km) from Piney Creek Ravine - State Natural Area.

What's nearby

  • Carlinville Public Square - 31 min drive
  • Illinois College - 60 min drive
  • Morgan County Fairgrounds - 61 min drive
  • University of Illinois at Springfield - 65 min drive
  • Lake Lou Yeager - 65 min drive

Getting around

  • Carlinville Station - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Backwoods Berry Farm - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Front Porch Cafe - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Old Seven Saloon - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Palmyra Opera House - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Memorable Family experiences at The Castle of Palmyra.

Enjoy the Peace and Tranquility of The Castle. On This 40 Acre Forested Estate, which Boast a Fully Stocked Private Lake, with sandy beach area for swimming, and Pontoon Boat for fishing or enjoying the lake. (Bring your own life vest) Take the Hiking Trails for Adventures, Rock Hunting or Nature Walks.
Star Gaze through a Refractor Telescope in your own Private Observatory!
Golf at Terry Park 9-hole course!

This Castle built in 2004 has 5 Bedrooms, 7 bathrooms, nearly 9000 sqft of living space, and over 2000 sqft of Deck, with 2 outdoor grills on the first floor for large family BBQ's, 5 Wood Burning Fireplaces, Professional Kitchen, Wood and Stone floors throughout, Elevator Access on Three Floors, Cable and Internet Provided, and Outdoor Fire pit. Each floor is described in more detail below.
(sleeps 10 in beds, 2 on sofa bed) All additional guest there is sleeping bags, pillows and blankets, and you may bring air mattress to sleep in tower or movie room.

First Floor

Master Suite;
Fit for a King, 1000 sqft Grand Suite, King Size Hand Carved Mahogany Bed, Fireplace, Flat Screen TV, DreamWave Massage Chair, Hand Carved Desk, Thrown, Wet Bar, Access to Deck, Lake View, Full Bath, King & Queen Wash Station, Hot Tub for Two, Walk-in Sauna, Walk-in Shower.

Maids Quarters;
Sleeps two, Queen size Hand Carved Mahogany 4 Post Bed, Private Full Bath, 22 inch Soaking Tub/shower.

Grand Foyer;
Stone Floor, Twenty-Two-foot Ceiling, 5'x9' Oak Castle entry door, Handmade Guest Log Table, Hand Carved Mahogany King and Queen Thrown.

Great Room;
Grand Fireplace, Grand Piano, Parlor Type Furniture, 22 Foot Ceiling, Lake View, Access to Deck, fireplace.

Formal Dining Room;
Huge Handmade Oak Table, Seats 10+. Lake View.

Lounge Room;
Fireplace, Flat Screen TV, Wii, Stereo, Blue Ray, Leather Lounge Furniture, Access to Deck.

Professional Kitchen.
Stone Floor, Walk-in-Pantry, Sub-zero Refrigerator/Freezer, Double Oven, Wolf 6 Top Stove/w Flat Top, Island Vegetable Sink, Dishwasher, Coffee Maker, Cookware, Silverware, Computer screen.

Breakfast Room;
Stone Floor, Rubber wood Table, Seats 6, View of Lake and Bridge, Access to Deck/w Swing.

Study,
Desk, Wet bar.

*The First Floor also includes, 2 Guest Bathrooms, Laundry Room, Boiler Room. Access to Sally port. Elevator access to 2nd and 3rd Floors.

Second Floor

Orange Room;
Sleeps Two, Queen Size Bed, Private Full Bath, Access to Covered/Open Deck Joining to King Midas Room, Lake Views..

King Midas Room;
Sleeps Two, Queen Size Sleigh Bed, Private Full Bath, Access to Covered/Open Deck Joining Orange Bedroom, Lake View..

Princess Room;
Sleeps Two, Queen Size Mahogany Canopy Bed, Private Deck, Full Bath, Fireplace, Lake View.

Game Room;
Pool Table, Flat Screen TV, Wet Bar, Billiard and Lounge Furniture, over looks Foyer and Great Room.

Movie Room;
80 inch TV, Surround Sound, 4 Sofas, 1 Sleeper Sofa, Foosball Table

*This floor has elevator access to 1st and 3rd Floors

Third Floor Tower

The only way to access this Room is by Elevator or “Hook and Ladder” Enter at your Own Risk!
This Octagon shaped Tower Room with 360-degree Views of the Lake and Forest, includes Bar and Lounge Seating, Flat Screen TV, Access to 800 sqft. 3rd Floor Deck , With Outside Fireplace, and Access to Spiral Staircase that Leads to …

Fourth Floor Lookout

This is at the Top of the Castle, The Lookout’s Walls Stand 44 Feet High from Ground Level. 360 degree Views of the Lake and Forest. A great place to Sun Bathe, or Watch for Wild Life.









Keywords: Castle, Estate, Mansion, Lodge, Luxury, Lake, Relaxing, Private, Secluded.
There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. A Smart television and a DVD player are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. The bathroom has a shower/tub combination featuring a jetted bathtub and a hair dryer. Conveniences include a desk and a microwave.
Don't miss out on recreational opportunities including a hot tub and a sauna. This castle also features an arcade/game room and barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Mitch King

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Things to do

  • Arcade/games room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Boating
  • Table football
  • Golf
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • A hot tub

Conveniences

  • Lift

Outdoors

  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Beach loungers
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Lift
  • Handrails in stairwells
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • 2 steps to reach property
  • Tile flooring in public areas

More

  • Beach towels
  • Games
  • Smoke-free property
  • Stereo
  • Video library
  • Note from host: Smoking outside please..

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Heating
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 6 bathrooms
  • Bath
  • Hairdryer
  • Jetted bath
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • TV/satellite channels
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV
  • Video games

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Dining room
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Fridge
  • Spices

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 28

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

Children are welcome
Note from host: sleeps 12 in beds bring air beds for added guest

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 21
Note from host: No More than 21 guest on the property at one time
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

Experience the Comfort of This Majestic Castle
Experience the Luxury of This Beautiful Castle
Experience the Comfort of this Majestic Castle.
Experience the Comfort Tranquility of This Castle in the Forest
Experience the Comfort tranquility of this Castle in the Forest.

Memorable Family experiences at The Castle of Palmyra. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 140 out of 153 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 153 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 153 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 153 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 153 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amanda C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Thanksgiving
We had a wonderful time all together for the holiday!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Unusual facility in a usual place
Family had great fun. Exploring four floors, many gargoyles, and crosses. Great weather and great fishing in August.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Andrea W.

A castle in the fields
The castle was very unique & interesting. One of the favorite things was that each bedroom had its own attached bathroom. That will be hard to beat at other VRBO's we may stay in the future. :)
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome!
Awesome ! Beautiful property! Loved it !
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosalie G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun family Thanksgiving retreat
Our family had a wonderful time at this interesting, unusual home. The kids loved all the fun decor, nooks and crannies, and extensive stomping grounds outside. They absolutely adored the “secret“ projection room; it became their main gathering spot. The adults mostly congregated in the large, comfortable living room, where we kept a wood-burning fire going almost continuously. The kitchen is excellent for large groups. We appreciated that there were plenty of plates, bowls, glasses, coffee mugs, and silverware to accommodate our group of 13. Plus it was stocked with every imaginable appliance and gadget a chef could want! The beds were very comfortable, with snowy white linens and nice warm covers. We were also obsessed with the massage chair in the master bedroom! It’s a huge house and very hard to keep the entire place spotlessly clean, I’m sure. It could stand a deep cleaning at some point, but overall it was nice enough. We would definitely come back to this fun castle!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Samantha H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Birthday Trip
My kids enjoyed “playing castle” all weekend. The other adults and I enjoyed the peaceful setting. Everything was better in person. We would return.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family time
Peaceful - we totally enjoyed our visit to the castle.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

k.leonard1906@sbcglobal.net L., Highland

Liked: Cleanliness
It is as amazing as is stated!
We were extremely comfortable. Two families had 3 kids each, then there were four additional adults and we were all comfy. There are more than enough areas to get away and read or relax away for the others if needed. There are enough things to do to keep the kids entertained. It is a wonderful get away place. I would suggest if you have a few older adults to bring a step stool the beds are really, really high! We are already talking about doing it again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bob C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property with lots to do
10 guys stayed for a total 3 nights for a fantasy football draft. Plenty of stuff to do at the property from golf, to fishing, to horseshoes, to beach and swimming. Highly recommend the property. Beds were comfortable also.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Flemming family vacation
A great place for a family vacation. Would have liked more beds.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maria B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Multigenerational getaway
What a great place to stay for the entire family. Everyone had something to do. The pond was great and not too far from the house which was an added benefit.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nick C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was fantastic!
Everything about the process from booking to check-out was great. Mitch and Debbie were very communicative, and the property itself was perfect for a large group gathering. The castle is enormous and extremely well-kept, and the outdoor space is beautiful. I highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
What a treat!!!
What a treat it was to stay in this incredible castle! Much like being in a museum or staying on a Disney property. Everywhere we look, inside and out, there is a conversation piece or something fun to do. So many thoughtful details! It was the perfect landing spot to meet up with family and celebrate Thanksgiving and my husbands 49th birthday. We are heading home having made lots of great memories…we’ll be missing the kitties.!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Genevieve B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cooking and outdoor play
We love cooking and kitchen was well stocked with pans and tools and outdoor grills. We enjoyed pontoon boat & fishing & time on the decks. Hostess put out costumes for the kids to wear! Lots of space for outdoor games (bring your own).
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janet C.

Liked: Cleanliness
fun at the castle
the property was a s advertised. The kids ha d a lot of fun swimming and fishing and reading the gest book. I would have been happier if it had been a little cooler but the place was awedome.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Vacation!
Great place to get together with all the family.would go back again. Great location privacy ,lots to do.My husband had a great time with his brothers on the pontoon fishing.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jana B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cool place, great hospitality
Loved our stay here, perfect for a quiet getaway. We loved spending time on the lake, playing board games in the large dining, and the well stocked kitchen. Only thing is that the 6th bedroom is actually the movie room with a sleeper sofa, our group could have read the listing better - it wasn’t the biggest issue we just didn’t have enough comfortable beds/bedrooms for our group of 11. Overall, wonderful place to stay and the host was very communicative and ensured we were comfortable!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Biju k.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent stay
Nothing to complain
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
We had three generations staying together, and everyone had a great time.
The castle was amazing, and very well appointed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gayle W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family getaway
Peaceful environment, great space for all to gather
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kyle R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Stay
Home was clean and both the owner and property manager were very attentive. We enjoyed our stay and have discussed going back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

cathy m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful family get away
Spent 2 nights here for my birthday and Father's Day w/our daughter, son and 6 grandkids. The house is over the top fantastic! Lots of rooms for everyone to spread out. Beds were comfortable and there is a bathroom in every bedroom. Couple of the grandkids loved sleeping in theater room on pull out couch. A bad storm came thru hours before our arrival but the grounds were gorgeous despite the fallen branches. There is something for everyone to do here: the fishing was great & pontoon boat with trolling motor was great to fish from. Swimming was enjoyed by kods and adults alike. Everyone enjoyed playing pool. Kitchen is well appointed. Only thing we could have used was a pitcher for making iced tea but we improvised with a couple of oversized measuring cups. Property manager, Debbie, is very accommodating and answered all texts promptly. Only disappointment - and it was fairly minor - it that the telescope in observatory did not work - appears to be missing a cable. Will definitely recommend to friends and we look forward to booking another stay in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen O., Saint Charles, IL USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Castle Stay
The castle is amazing. Large rooms, comfortable, great kitchen for cooking. Grounds are well kept. It is far from the city, so you really feel like you are out in the country. My family liked the movie room. It was perfect for all of us to get together for a birthday celebration.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Aimee M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Birthday royalty
Took my husband for his 49th Birthday . The first day we had great weather & was able to have beers on the boat , 2nd night we had a spring freeze so we stayed in and enjoyed the castle & company . I wish we could come back for one night during warmer weather . Loved the Castle Cats . Mitch was cool to communicate with and Debbie was super sweet .
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Betsy L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot for a group
We loved spending thanksgiving on this beautiful property. Well-stocked kitchen, clean, and easy to work with host.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021