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Charming Downtown Mystic Getaway

Family-friendly stay near Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration

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A spacious kitchen with wooden flooring, white cabinets, and a central island.
A wooden fence in front of a house with a brick pathway leading to the front door.
A bedroom with a bed, a radiator, a window with curtains, a radiator visible through the window, a wooden floor, and a view of a bathroom.
A living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a patterned rug.
A two-story house with a porch, solar panels, and a chimney.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Stonington, CT
  • Place, Mystic Seaport - The Museum of America and the Sea
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Mystic River Bascule Bridge
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Mystic Downtown Marina
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London)
    ‪10 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Mystic

Heart of Mystic.Within a 10-minute walk of the vacation home, you'll find Mystic Seaport - The Museum of America and the Sea and Mystic River Bascule Bridge. Also, Charles W. Morgan at Mystic Seaport is within half a mile (1 km) and Mystic Arts Center is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Mystic Seaport - The Museum of America and the Sea - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Mystic River Bascule Bridge - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Charles W. Morgan at Mystic Seaport - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Mystic Arts Center - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Mystic Downtown Marina - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Mystic Station - 10 min walk
  • New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mystic Pizza - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Sift Bake Shop - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Mystic Drawbridge Ice Cream - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Red 36 - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Charming Downtown Mystic Getaway

Come enjoy Mystic, in this charming home full of old-world character with modern comforts and amenities. This lovely 3-bedroom, 3-bath home is located on a quiet side street, steps from downtown Mystic. A writer residence, the home is available only for select dates each year, while we are traveling.

The house has a really welcoming feel to it, the way some houses do. And it really pleases me that guests report feeling relaxed, comfortable and at home here too. Whether you’re in town to explore Mystic, attend a wedding, visit family or for work you’ll find the house an ideal base for your adventures. The home is set up to comfortably accommodate up to 6 guests (and one to two dogs).

Cook meals in the large kitchen, fully stocked with pots, pans and kitchen gadgets or bring take-out home from one of Mystic’s many restaurants and dine in the cozy dining room or outside on the porch. Borrow a book from the library, set up a board game or connect to Netflix to watch a movie in the living room.

Plug in your laptop and catch up on work (if you must). Parents with kids will find associated children’s toys, books and more to make their stay more comfortable. One of the upstairs bathrooms has an antique clawfoot tub, perfect for soaking after a day of exploring. And a washer/dryer and off-street parking make the home ideal for longer stays.

Because I live here some of the time, there are some personal effects around the place, but there is plenty of storage space for guests' clothes (hooks, drawers and shelves), and many of the personal effects are books, art and wine that I've gathered on my travels. I'm a freelance writer, which means that there are lots of books which you are welcome to dip into (including books, maps, novels and poetry from the local area), wine you're welcome to open and various cooking supplies to help yourself to.

I try to be flexible about check-in / check-out times although during the summer have to be stricter to allow my housekeeper enough time to clean between guests. There is a lock box for self-check in and you will have the house to yourself.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Library
  • Netflix
  • Smart TV
  • Streaming services

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming 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)
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Composting
  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters

Policies

Check-in

Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk hours vary at this property
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Check-out time is flexible; to make arrangements, please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Lockbox

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

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
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Charming Mystic Getaway Mystic
Charming Downtown Mystic Getaway Mystic
Charming Downtown Mystic Getaway Private vacation home
Charming Downtown Mystic Getaway Private vacation home Mystic

Frequently asked questions

How close is Charming Downtown Mystic Getaway to the airport?

This vacation home is 8.7 mi (19-min drive) away from the New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Charming Downtown Mystic Getaway have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Charming Downtown Mystic Getaway to the beach?

This vacation home is 12.8 mi (30-min drive) from Misquamicut State Beach and 1.2 mi (3-min drive) from Williams Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Charming Downtown Mystic Getaway offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Charming Downtown Mystic Getaway?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Rainmaker Casino (19-min drive) and Foxwoods Resort Casino (20-min drive) are nearby.

Is there free parking at Charming Downtown Mystic Getaway?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Charming Downtown Mystic Getaway have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Charming Downtown Mystic Getaway have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Charming Downtown Mystic Getaway to downtown Mystic?

This vacation home is 0.3 mi away from Mystic.

Charming Downtown Mystic Getaway Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
As described, charming. Yard was great for our two dogs. We enjoyed the home and our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for our girls weekend

The property was perfect for three friends to spend a weekend cooking and catching up!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy home in a quiet neighborhood

We had a great stay in Mystic, CT. The home was spacious and had everything you need to feel at home. The bonus was the fenced in backyard which my dogs really enjoyed. We looked spending time on the deck and enjoying the great weather. Would definitely enjoy returning to this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A perfect base

We were in town for a wedding reception and stayed at the property for 4 nights. It was the perfect space to start and end each day. The kitchen was very well equipped and we enjoyed preparing meals there. The backyard was very spacious and our dog enjoyed rolling in the grass. The walk into downtown was scenic and quick. Evenings were very quiet and we slept well. We would stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Relaxing stay in downtown Mystic

Our small family wanted an alternative to a hotel while visiting relatives in Mystic, and this was just right for us. Upstairs/downstairs layout with backyard and 2.5 baths is great for families, and open kitchen/dining encouraged meals at "home" rather than out. Location is as central as you can get, a 5-minute drive to Seaport and Aquarium, and a short and easy walk to downtown Mystic with bridge, bookstore, ice cream, etc. Kitchen/baths were well stocked and radiator heat worked like a charm. It's an older house, so don't expect perfection; but if you are familiar with New England houses you'll appreciate the layout and updates the owners have made. Owners were easygoing with good communication. We stayed for a week, but could easily see being comfortable here for longer stays.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mystic Home

Very enjoyable
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house with a great location

Do not hesitate to book this amazing Mystic House. My family loved everything about our weekend getaway here. The house was perfect for our 5 year old, and the location can’t be beat. Bridget made check in and all communication a breeze, and was so helpful with local suggestions. Can’t wait to return!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Making Mystic Memories

This was our 1st of 5 weeks away from home this summer. This property was great, close enough to walk into town. Far enough away not to get caught up in the hustle and bustle of Mystic. We were able to bring our favorite wiggle butt who thoroughly enjoyed walks into town, and enjoyed time on the front porch and back deck with his favorite humans. If we ever find our way back to Mystic, I/we would definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet

Quiet neighborhood off the beaten path but within walking distance to mystic. Bridgette was very easy to deal with and very communicative.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hi

Fit the Bill for weekend get away. Close to downtown shops and the seaport.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice house in Mystic

Nice house on qjuiet street in center of town within walking distance to everything. We were there in a heat wave and the 4 Ac units worked well. Would stay again.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location in time of covid

This property is within easy walking distance of all the restaurants and shops in Mystic, yet not Right in the thick of things to have to deal with lots of people and traffic. (Note, the confirm gives a Stonington address but it is Mystic.). Nice front porch with porch swing to enjoy am coffee or evening relaxing. Just bring your bug repellent or citronella candles. I’d definitely stay again.

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