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Charming 1845 Home in the Heart of Mystic – Walk to Everything!

Family-friendly holiday home in Mystic

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6111.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

View map
  • Place, Mystic Downtown Marina
  • Place, Mystic Seaport - The Museum of America and the Sea
  • Place, Mystic Seaport
  • Airport, New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London)

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Front Bedroom (Lynn's room)

1 Queen Bed

Rear Bedroom (Sewelly's room)

1 Queen Bed

Sofa-Bed in Living Room

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Charming 1845 Home in the Heart of Mystic – Walk to Everything!

Step into history without sacrificing comfort at our lovingly restored 2-bedroom home, ideally located in the heart of downtown Mystic. Just steps from the Mystic Museum of Art, Captain Daniel Packer Inn, and the iconic drawbridge, you'll be within easy walking distance of shops, waterfront dining, breweries, and everything else this seaside village has to offer.

Built in 1845, this Greek Revival home brims with character - think wavy glass windows, slanted floors, and steep old-world stairs - paired with thoughtful modern updates like fast Wi-Fi, HDTV, and efficient climate control. Guests frequently rave about our unbeatable location, cozy decor, and excellent communication.

Upstairs, you’ll find two comfy queen bedrooms, a newly renovated bathroom, and a reading nook with river views. Downstairs, enjoy a fully equipped kitchen, eclectic living and dining areas, and a vintage vibe that feels like a step back in time - with all the conveniences of today.

Sip coffee on the front porch while watching boats glide by on the Mystic River, or grill dinner out back beneath the historic St. Jago Ledge. Families appreciate our books, puzzles, toys, and baby gear (high chair + Pack 'n Play), while couples love the romantic charm and walkable neighborhood.

Additional perks include:
- Sofa bed for extra guests
- Private parking for two cars or one with a boat trailer
- Public boat launch just a minute’s stroll away
- Mystic Marina dockage across the street

Come stay where comfort meets history and everything Mystic has to offer is just outside your door.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Water view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Mystic

Mystic is home to this holiday home. Mystic Seaport and New London Ferry Dock are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Ocean Beach Park and Misquamicut State Beach. Travelling with kids? Make time for Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration, or head to an event or a match at Mohegan Sun Arena. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Mystic, CT

What's nearby

  • Mystic Downtown Marina - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Mystic River Bascule Bridge - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Mystic Seaport - The Museum of America and the Sea - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Mystic Seaport - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration - 5 min drive - 4.6 km

Getting around

  • Mystic Station - 16 min walk
  • New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mystic Pizza - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Mystic Drawbridge Ice Cream - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Sift Bake Shop - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Red 36 - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪S&P Oyster Restaurant and Bar - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming 1845 Home in the Heart of Mystic – Walk to Everything! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming 1845 Home in the Heart of Mystic – Walk to Everything!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming 1845 Home in the Heart of Mystic – Walk to Everything!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming 1845 Home in the Heart of Mystic – Walk to Everything! located?

This family-friendly Mystic holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Mystic Downtown Marina and Mystic Seaport. Mystic River Bascule Bridge and Mystic Arts Center are also within 10 minutes. Mystic Station is 16 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 138 out of 158 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 158 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 158 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 158 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 158 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jamye B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location! Within walking distance to all the sights in Mystic!
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lydia D.

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

Great Stay

Very cute stay in a historic house. Great location for downtown and great to have a parking spot. LOVED the porch. Location is louder as the walls are thin. Would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie H.

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

Great location

This historic home was in the perfect location to enjoy everything Mystic has to offer. It was great to just park and walk everywhere we wanted to go.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nick D.

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

Lovely home

Perfect area, few minute walk from the main strip. House is very clean, and very cool staying in such an old and well maintained home.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patty O.

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

Mystic Magic

Because i have lived in Mystic, i knew exactly where this property was and it checked all my boxes. The location is so close to all things downtown Mystic has to offer. You can park your car and walk everywhere. Parking in Mystic has always been a problem, however now there is a huge parking lot at the end of Cottrel Street.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Lorren W., Alabama USA

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

Daughter's Engagment

This property is a wonderful place tostay to enjoy the amienceof southeastern, CT. Growing up in nearby Stonington, Mystic, CT has a special place in our hearts. We all live now in New Orleans, LA and Mobile, AL. We made a special visit so that my now daughter's fiancee' could propose to her in the Mystic, CT area. This home provided us with the ambiance of homes past lived in in the area. It is perfect for families.. It allowed us to create a special memory within the home's surroundings. The property manager was very accessible and welcoming.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Ann F., N.E.England

Connecticut Roots

My first visit to America was to research my Connecticut ancestors and this rental appealed as it seemed to have lots of character and would give me an idea of how my family would have lived back in the 1800's. Also liked the detailed information provided by the owners. Was not disappointed when we arrived at the property and it was very clear it's renovation had been a labour of love by the owners. A mix of old and new, with everything provided for our 10 day stay. It was so comfortable, clean and cosy as each day went by we fell more in love with the house. A view of yachts on Mystic river from lounge and front deck, and with restaurants and downtown Mystic on the doorstep, it was ideally located. Mystic Seaport and Mystic Village were also easily accessible. Slightly further afield the Mashantucket Pequot Indian museum well worth a visit. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this property in Mystic, loved Connecticut and found people really friendly and helpful. If opportunity arises to return to Mystic, would not hesitate to stay at this property again. Many thanks Michael, Dawn and Kevin for helping make our stay so memorable.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Lovely nice lovation
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful charming house , walking distance to Mystic shops and eateries.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bright and cheery. Very comfortable and homey. The hosts were very good with communication. It’s close to everything yet secure. My favorite thing was watching the sunrise from the front porch! Thank you all!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We celebrated my birthday in style at this perfectly located, fun home in Mystic. It had everything we needed and we especially loved the front porch!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice spot - about as close as you can get to the restaurants and shops downtown, but still quiet.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

jane l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Delightful house just a step away from everything you need & more!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danika M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a beautiful property with a ton of charm and fun details throughout! It's also in a great location - very easy walking distance to shops and restaurants. My kid and I even spontaneously walked the 6 minutes to the drawbridge to see it go up at 40 minutes past the hour. I was also impressed by how well the AC worked in all the different parts of the house and found it easy to use. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Ryan B.

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

Excellent Location

This property was great, located right on the end of downtown Mystic. The only reason for 3 stars was because there was construction going on that we weren’t made aware of until the day before we got there. We were unable to park in the parking spot during the day, and had to navigate under ladders and through contractors. Otherwise it was a great experience. We understand things happen, but it would have been good to know ahead of time. The hosts were very responsive, and like I said, great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kris L.

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

Great time

Super time. Property is confidently located which made it easy to walk everywhere.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Ann M.

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

College Tours & Aquarium

Super easy to park and get into the place with instructions sent in plenty of time. Kitchen had all of the things we needed. This is an old home -- the stairs are steep and the floors are all wonky. But it has lots of character and is comfortable! The house is right on the road so you can hear traffic, but at night it was quiet. Heating system was easy to figure out. Hot water was abundant and water pressure is excellent. Host responded immediately to my questions. The St Patrick's parade was there which was a surprise and made for a lively experience. Loved walking into town and having a dedicated parking spot.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna M. L.

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

Incredible location for families!

A very, very short walk to historic downtown Mystic, and just down the street from delicious restaurants and cafes! We loved not having to worry about parking and being able to go back and forth between the house and downtown. The house had everything our family needed, and was very comfortable. The floors are very sloped, but that didn’t impact our experience. Lots of stuff for very young kids and Michael and Kevin were wonderful hosts!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elisa Z.

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

Great location, beautiful home

We had a wonderful stay at the house. The instructions to get in were clear. Parking easy, great location and very cozy, beautiful home. Hope to make it back one day.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie O.

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

Last Minute Getaway

We had a great time at this Mystic house. We lucked out, snagging a last minute few days, at a very affordable rate for the area! The house was great - definitely on the older and quirky end. They weren't lying about the slanted floors...but it gives the house good character! It was a great size for our family of 5, with enough space to spread out if needed. The kitchen was small, but well stocked. The location was in perfect walking distance to downtown, to check out all the stores and restaurants. The driveway was a bit tough, depending on the traffic, so highly suggest backing into it if you can. Great weekend - highly recommend this place!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maryann B.

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

Perfect location and comfortable lodging

Second time for us, staying at this home. Each time we have enjoyed it more. Very clean and comfortable. The location is great, easy to get around. The house itself makes you feel welcomed. The owner is extremely personable and very quick to answer any questions or concerns. Highly recommend for anyone who needs a relaxing get away.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

David I.

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

Excellent

The location, the charm of the unit is consistent with the Mystic Charm! Fabulous!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

John D.

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

Wonderful Weekend with Friends

The house is a very sweet old fashioned cottage but has all the important updates. The living/dining room is large and comfortable so it is great for spending time with friends and family. The host was friendly and the logistics were straight forward. Fantastic location. We would absolutely stay here again and recommend it to others.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sessi R.

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

Beautiful historic home

We loved our stay at this beautiful historic house in Mystic, located within close walking distance to the main street and river. Beds were comfortable and furnishings simple, historic, and tasteful. Be aware if you have mobility issues that, being a 150+ year old house, the floors are quite undulating! Thanks for a lovely experience.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria P.

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

Perfect location

Perfect location in Mystic, near seaport and aquarium, quick drive to Stonington and Avery Beach. Extremely convenient. Property owners were very accommodating and communicative.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

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