You will enjoy Memorable Family experiences at The Castle of Palmyra.
About this castle / palace rental
Situated in Illinois, this charming castle / palace for $1,365 per night is a great choice for your next trip. 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.
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
Dishwasher
Hot Tub / Spa
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Illinois
Reviews
4.9/5.0
Outstanding(148 Reviews)
5.0
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!
5.0
My kids enjoyed “playing castle” all weekend. The other adults and I enjoyed the peaceful setting. Everything was better in person. We would return.
5.0
Peaceful - we totally enjoyed our visit to the castle.
5.0
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!
5.0
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.
5.0
A great place for a family vacation. Would have liked more beds.
5.0
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.
5.0
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!
5.0
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.!
5.0
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.!
5.0
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).
5.0
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.
5.0
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.
5.0
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!
5.0
Nothing to complain
5.0
The castle was amazing, and very well appointed.
5.0
Peaceful environment, great space for all to gather
5.0
Family getaway
Peaceful environment, great space for all to gather
5.0
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!
5.0
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!
5.0
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.
5.0
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.
5.0
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 .
5.0
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 .
4.0
Great spot for a group
We loved spending thanksgiving on this beautiful property. Well-stocked kitchen, clean, and easy to work with host.
5.0
This is the place. Stop looking elsewhere. The photos don’t do the house/property justice! The Castle was the perfect location for our get together and had more than enough space to accommodate our whole party. The kitchen had every cooking utensils and gadget that we needed, the lake/boat made for an awesome experience, and due to the weather, we were able to make great use of all the outdoor space that this VRBO presents. 10/10 will look to rent this property again in the future!
5.0
The Charming Castle
This is the place. Stop looking elsewhere. The photos don’t do the house/property justice! The Castle was the perfect location for our get together and had more than enough space to accommodate our whole party. The kitchen had every cooking utensils and gadget that we needed, the lake/boat made for an awesome experience, and due to the weather, we were able to make great use of all the outdoor space that this VRBO presents. 10/10 will look to rent this property again in the future!
5.0
The entire property was fantastic. From the fun outdoor activities to all the spaces indoors, we had a blast! We will definitely be back!
5.0
It was awesome
The entire property was fantastic. From the fun outdoor activities to all the spaces indoors, we had a blast! We will definitely be back!
5.0
The castle was absolutely amazing! Spacious, entertaining and gave us no reason to have to leave the property!
5.0
Truly a Castle
The castle was absolutely amazing! Spacious, entertaining and gave us no reason to have to leave the property!
5.0
A wonderful getaway place
Everyone in our family really enjoyed the stay.
5.0
Great Family Get Away - Again!
My Wife & I and all our Sons, Daughters & Grandchildren had a Great Time, AGAIN, at the King Castle! The Grandkids loved the Castle, playing princesses & knights, as did all the Adults! The private beach was so much Fun for our little Grandchildren. We were also able to fish with the Grandkids. The Theatre Room was fun for the raining day. Deb was so easy to work with, before & after our stay. Plenty of room for the entire Family. The 2 outside grills allowed us to quickly feed everyone, on the large deck & the large Dining Room. Very nice small hiking trail around the property. Thanks Again Mitch & Deb! This was our second year & we hope to return again. The Doyle's
5.0
This was our second time at the Castle. It’s the perfect place for all ages. So much to do inside and out and lots of places to just relax. Owner and manager are very easy to work with. I highly recommend a visit to the Castle!
5.0
Annual Family Gathering
This was our second time at the Castle. It’s the perfect place for all ages. So much to do inside and out and lots of places to just relax. Owner and manager are very easy to work with. I highly recommend a visit to the Castle!
5.0
Well stocked home...
Beautiful property..
Good fishing ..
great firepit..
Most of all a beautiful home inside..Very satisfied.. Thanks Deb and Mitch!!
5.0
A Castle of paradise !!
Well stocked home...
Beautiful property..
Good fishing ..
great firepit..
Most of all a beautiful home inside..Very satisfied.. Thanks Deb and Mitch!!
5.0
We had a family get together with 10 adults and 5 kids ages 3-7. The kids had a great time exploring the castle and surrounding grounds. We went fishing using the small Plontoon boat. Bring life jackets. It is a great way for the young kids to fish. There were fishing equipment there, but we also brought our own.
Everything inside was great. Huge commercial range and sub zero refrigerator. Second large frig in laundry room. We brought our food and drinks for our 3 night stay as grocery stores are half hour o more away.
We brought sleeping bags for the kids. There are no beds for kids, but there’s a “secret room” that could become a kids sleeping area if kids were a little older. There are sofas that could work as a kids bed.
Had S’mores around the fire pit every night. Kids loved the place and didn’t want to leave. The adults also had a great time.
5.0
We had a family get together with 10 adults and 5 kids ages 3-7. The kids had a great time exploring the castle and surrounding grounds. We went fishing using the small Plontoon boat. Bring life jackets. It is a great way for the young kids to fish. There were fishing equipment there, but we also brought our own. Everything inside was great. Huge commercial range and sub zero refrigerator. Second large frig in laundry room. We brought our food and drinks for our 3 night stay as grocery stores are half hour o more away. We brought sleeping bags for the kids. There are no beds for kids, but there’s a “secret room” that could become a kids sleeping area if kids were a little older. There are sofas that could work as a kids bed. Had S’mores around the fire pit every night. Kids loved the place and didn’t want to leave. The adults also had a great time.
5.0
Family Friendly
We had a family get together with 10 adults and 5 kids ages 3-7. The kids had a great time exploring the castle and surrounding grounds. We went fishing using the small Plontoon boat. Bring life jackets. It is a great way for the young kids to fish. There were fishing equipment there, but we also brought our own.
Everything inside was great. Huge commercial range and sub zero refrigerator. Second large frig in laundry room. We brought our food and drinks for our 3 night stay as grocery stores are half hour o more away.
We brought sleeping bags for the kids. There are no beds for kids, but there’s a “secret room” that could become a kids sleeping area if kids were a little older. There are sofas that could work as a kids bed.
Had S’mores around the fire pit every night. Kids loved the place and didn’t want to leave. The adults also had a great time.
FAQs
How much does this castle / palace cost compared to others in Illinois?
The average price for a rental in Illinois is $139 per night. This rental is $1,226 above the average.
Is parking included with this castle / palace?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at You will enjoy Memorable Family experiences at The Castle of Palmyra. . For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this castle / palace?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at You will enjoy Memorable Family experiences at The Castle of Palmyra. . Enjoy the water!
Is You will enjoy Memorable Family experiences at The Castle of Palmyra. pet friendly?
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What amenities are available at You will enjoy Memorable Family experiences at The Castle of Palmyra. ?
We found 13 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, and fireplace.
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