Welcome to The Capstan! Bright & airy large home, walking distance to downtown Mystic. Designed with both families and couples in mind, this 3-bed, 2-bath home has everything you need, including lots of space for fun and family relaxation. Enjoy the luxuries of having an entire home to yourself, while being minutes away from all the restaurants, shops and historical sites in the quaint, waterfront town of Mystic.
The Capstan features a sun-drenched open-concept layout, where the living room, kitchen and dining room all join to form a bright and airy great room. Open the door to walk right out onto a large deck with a grill, table for 8 and Adirondack chairs. The fully fenced in yard has lots of space for games, including corn hole. Enjoy a movie on the 75 inch HDTV after a day of exploring all Mystic has to offer!
The kitchen is fully equipped with everything you could need. There is a large fridge, oven with 3 racks, electric range, microwave, toaster, coffeemaker and dishwasher. Dishes, glassware, mugs, pots and pans, basic cooking amenities, serving dishes and utensils are all provided, as well.
Bedroom 1 is large and features a queen bed and an en suite bathroom. There is enough space for a pack 'n play, which is provided.
Bedroom 2 also has an inviting queen bed and enough space for 2 guests to stay comfortably.
Bedroom 3 features 2 twin beds that can easily be joined together as a king bed, with a connector and king sheets ready for use.
The above ground basement, with windows, features another TV and comfy couch that folds down into another queen-sized bed. This room serves as a 4th bedroom, with blackout shades and its own heat control. There is also a queen sized air mattress, should you need it.
A large washer & dryer and 2 full bathrooms with plenty of towels make long term stays at The Capstan a breeze.
The house is an easy, one mile walk to downtown Mystic and a 10 minute drive to the Mystic Aquarium and Old Mistick Village. There is a great playground just a 2 minute walk behind the house. Family-friendly Esker Point Beach is a 7 minute drive away. For larger, ocean beaches Misquamicut and Hammonasset Beach Parks are just half an hour away. If you're into casinos and great live shows, Mohegan Sun and Foxwoods are about a 20 minute drive.
Enjoy everything the Southeastern Connecticut coast has to offer, from lobster rolls and beaches to shopping and world-class cuisine, all from this comfortable home just steps from Historic Downtown Mystic.
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The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
If you used the futon, please put it back to the most upright sitting position. Use the QR code video to help you! 2 Adults should do this together.
Turn the heat down to 60 in both the upstairs hallway and the basement.
Please turn off lights, TVs, AC units, etc before leaving the house.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Please treat our home as you would your own. Respect our neighbors and keep the noise down after 10 PM. No parties or events.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
About the area
Mystic
West Mystic, a neighbourhood in Mystic, is home to this holiday home. Mystic Seaport and Foxwoods Resort Casino are cultural highlights, and some of the area's popular attractions include Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration and Ocean Beach Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Mystic Arts Center and Mystic Seaport - The Museum of America and the Sea. Kayaking and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
Mystic River Bascule Bridge - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
Mystic Arts Center - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
Mystic Seaport - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration - 6 min drive - 5.3 km
Getting around
Mystic Station - 7 min drive
New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London) - 14 min drive
Restaurants
Sift Bake Shop - 3 min drive
Mystic Pizza - 2 min drive
Engine Room - 3 min drive
Captain Daniel Packer Inne - 3 min drive
Popover Eatery Mystic - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Family Friendly Mystic Retreat - Close To Town pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Family Friendly Mystic Retreat - Close To Town?
As of 7 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Family Friendly Mystic Retreat - Close To Town on 19 July 2026 start from AU$783, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Family Friendly Mystic Retreat - Close To Town?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Family Friendly Mystic Retreat - Close To Town?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Family Friendly Mystic Retreat - Close To Town?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Family Friendly Mystic Retreat - Close To Town located?
This family-friendly Mystic holiday home is located in West Mystic, within 1 mi (2 km) of Mystic Arts Center and Mystic Downtown Marina. Mystic Seaport - The Museum of America and the Sea and Mystic River Bascule Bridge are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The house is spacious, clean, sunny, and a well supplied kitchen.The hosts could not be nicer. We were holding a meditation retreat and were allowed to check in early. I would definitely stay there again. It felt like home.
We had a great stay at this Vrbo. The home was spotless and nicely decorated. The kitchen was well stocked, beds were comfortable and the living area was cozy. The location was perfect. Nice neighborhood and close to everything we wanted to explore. Communication with the host was excellent. Friendly, prompt and helpful. They made check-in easy. Overall, this rental exceeded our expectations, and we would love to stay here again. Highly recommended!
The house was clean and in a great neighborhood. The weather was pretty disappointing (rainy) during our stay, but the house was spacious for our family of 5 to stay in, eat dinner, and play games. It was a great family retreat. We would book this property again.
Our family (2 kids, parents and grandparents) wanted to stay in a central location - close to beaches and other fun things to do. We chose this family friendly Mystic retreat for those reasons. Our stay was wonderful. The hosts were super friendly, welcoming and helpful. The house was clean, comfortable, and relaxing. We explored the area, dined at several restaurants, went to the Mystic Aquarium, and relaxed on a few nearby beaches.Highly recommend this location for your next trip to Mystic, CT!
We planned a family weekend getaway and found this beautiful home near downtown Mystic. The owners’ communication was excellent, and the welcome manual had everything we needed to navigate the area and enjoy the home’s amenities. Our family loved the quiet neighborhood and the playground just behind the house. We’d definitely stay here again!
Great location, in the Mystic area that provides a quiet and clean property with plenty of amenities to make the stay a comfortable one.
Good communication with the property owners allowed for an easy check-in and check-out process.
Would recommend this property for anyone looking to take advantage of being able to easily visit all of the attractions that the Mystic area has to offer.
We really enjoyed our stay. Dani and Cori were super responsive. Check-in was easy, the house was clean with all the amenities needed for a relaxing stay. The house is in a family friendly neighborhood and so close to downtown, which has great food and cute shops. The house is 1/2 hour to beautiful beaches. We would definitely stay there again.
The house was clean and in a quiet neighborhood, with ample parking. It was close to Mystic and we could have walked there if the weather was better during our stay. Beds were comfortable. It was easy to check in and there was a big yard and nice deck. Kitchen had all the things you would need if you were going to cook. If I am in town again, I would stay again.
Cory was excellent on communication. The house was clean. If there was a down side it would be the detergent used for the sheets and towels. Not sure if it was Gain or something else but the perfume was very strong for sensitive noses. Also, the window air conditioner may have used by a smoker in the past. We didn't smell smoke anywhere in the house until we turned on the air conditioner for the master bedroom. The smell wasn't strong but you could smell it. We didnt use the lower level even though it was very well equipped for extra sleeping, TV abd games to play. We would definitely stay here again but may bring our own sheets/blankets because of the detergent used.
Cindy D.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 July 2025
Glad you enjoyed your stay! We do have a No Smoking policy, but it’s possible a guest did so without our knowledge. It’s also possible the smell was coming in from the air outside if you didn’t smell it in the house otherwise. Thank you for bringing these issues to our attention and we will definitely address them.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Elizabeth F.
2 Feb 2026
Elizabeth F.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
About the host
Hosted by Cory P.
Hi there! I'm excited to welcome travelers to The Capstan in gorgeous Mystic! I've lived here for 2.5 years and love the restaurants, cute stores, and beautiful views! When I'm not hosting, I enjoy playing and watching basketball, hiking, skiing, and kayaking. As hosts, my wife, Dani, and I provide a clean and comfortable environment for our guests and are always happy to offer recommendations if you need them!
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