1853 Captain Wheeler House-Historic Seaport Home Garden-Rental Retreat

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1853 Captain Wheeler House

Front Hall - Formal dining to left, Living to right, Kitchen straight ahead

Kitchen with door to side porch &amp; view th back yard

BR 1 - Navigator Nell's Twin Bedroom + private bath

BR 1 - Navigator Nell. 2 twins & private bath

BR 2 Sailmaker Jason - 2 twins + private bath

BR 2 Sailmaker Jason's Twin Bedroom private bath

BR 3 Captain Nat - 2 twins + private bath

Autumn view across yard to wing with kitchen, queen bedroom & side porch.

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Minimum stay:3-4 nights

Internet:Yes
Pets considered:No
Wheel chair accessible:No

Property description

* Historic Sea Captain’s home - Thriving Seaport Village * Limited Fall Availability. *

Cheerful & sunny. Ideal for extended family, couples & celebrations, reunions & wedding accommodations. This Italianate Victorian home restored by Owners, both architects, is well located for many activities. Tall ceilings, gracious rooms, large windows, striking detail & plank floors evoke a prosperous period in Mystic's Seafaring Heritage. Each corner room is colorful & light-filled with views in two directions. The fully-equipped, bright kitchen has access to a covered porch with dining for 4 & the garden with seating for more. Relax & visit in the large parlor, formal or informal dining room, porches or yard. Enjoy morning coffee rocking on the front porch as the sun rises . Choose from among 5 ample bedrooms, all with private bath on the 2nd floor or ascend to your private retreat at the top. Fully furnished. Prepared for your arrival for a Summer Vacation, Fall Retreat, Winter Holiday or Spring Break.

We are interested in your Inquiry: . . . . Please email & let us know if you are familiar with the Mystic & the area, the number and complement in the party and any other information which will assist us in responding. We enjoy sharing our home with others who appreciate historic houses and visiting a seaport village in a region which offers a rich history, culture, nature, water and other activities. . . . Mystic is a desired location for WEDDINGS with many fabulous possibilities from wineries to historic locations. Terrific FOOD catered by regional chefs. Abundant year round pastimes and recreational options for guests. The 1853 CAPTAIN WHEELER HOUSE is ideally suited for families of the bride or groom and wedding parties. . . . National Geographic Adventure Magazine September 2007 issue listed their '50 Best Adventure Towns, State-by-State'. These are the 50 best places to live and play in 5 categories. Mystic ranked as one of the top 10 Waterfront Places.

Visit our Home Page: . . . . Through the link below 'Property Details Website'. The 1853 Captain Wheeler House web site has more information, photos and our 'Activities Links' to the many things available in the area!

MYSTIC Seaport events: April ; Pirate Days - May ; LOBSTER Days & Rumrunner Lighthouse Cruise - June: SEA MUSIC Festival, WOODEN BOAT Show & small craft weekend - July 4th Independence Day Celebration, Antique and Classic Boat Rendezvous - August: Model Yacht Regatta, Antique Marine Engine Exposition - September: Coastweeks Regatta, Marine Art Exhibition & Antique Vehicle Show - October: Columbus weekend Chowder Days, "Painting in Plein Air", Celestial Navigation & Beer Tasting - for the Holidays - LANTERN LIGHT TOURS, Community Carol Sing & Holiday Magic.

Community & Area Events: Mystic Outdoor ART Festival FIRST Weekend in August - Taste of Mystic, Olde Mistick Village - Argia Twilight Cruises, sail Fisher's Island Sound - Submarine Force Museum & USS Nautilus - USCGA - Coast Guard Academy & Tall Ship US Coast Guard Barque EAGLE - Garlic Festival, Sept - Mystic Eats Riverside Food Festival, Sept - Winery Visits: Stonington Vineyards, Jonathan Edwards & Saltwater Farm.

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Property Type

House

3500 sq. ft.

Accommodation Type

Vacation Rental

Meals

Guests Provide Their Own Meals

Suitability

Long-Term Renters Welcome
Children Welcome:
Well behaved children are welcome...more less

Non Smoking Only
Pets Not Allowed:
Please understand that we maintain the premises as pet-free. Thank you....more less

Wheelchair Inaccessible

Bedrooms: 6 Bedrooms, Sleeps 10, Beds for 10

Wing: 1 queen
+ bath...more less
Captain Nat: 2 twin/ single
+ bath...more less
Sailmaker Jason: 2 twin/ single
+ bath...more less
Cook Adam: 2 twin/ single
+ bath...more less
Navigator Nell: 2 twin/ single
+ bath...more less
Lantern: 1 double
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Beds: 1 wing bedroom with queen & private bath (tub & shower), 4 corner bedrooms each with 2 twin beds and private bath (2 tub/shower, 2 shower only), 3rd floor lantern with double (not suitable for young children or those needing ready access to a bathroom at night & shares one of the private baths on the 2nd floor). * Our home is most comfortable with 8-10 guests. We can sleep 12 maximum. * LINENS provided & beds made. Bathrooms furnished with TOWELS and necessities....more less

Bathrooms: 5 Bathrooms, 1 Half Bathroom

Wing: toilet, combination tub/shower
private...more less
Captain Nat's: toilet, shower
private...more less
Sailmaker Jason: toilet, shower
private...more less
Cook Adam: toilet, combination tub/shower
private...more less
Navigator Nell: toilet, combination tub/shower
private...more less
Powder room: toilet
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The third floor double bed room in the 'Lantern' must share a private bath on the second floor....more less

Other Amenities

For HomeAway & VacationRentals, be sure to hover over the amenities with the ....for further information. * Kitchen is bright, functional & well equipped. Appliances include a Thermador 5 burner gas cooktop, Bosch double oven, SubZero refrigerator & freezer, dishwasher, food disposer as well as necessary small appliances. It is also well fitted with cookware, utensils & dinnerware. * Please note the maximum we can sleep is 12. The house is most comfortable with 8-10 in the 5 BR's with private bath on the 2nd floor. * Bikes are available to rent at Mystic Bike Rentals or Mystic Cycle Center and kayaks at King Cove Marina. ...more less

Entertainment

Satellite / Cable

Television

Theme

Historic

Tourist Attractions

Attractions

Autumn Foliage
Cinemas
Health/Beauty Spa

Library
Live Theater
Marina

Museums
Playground
Restaurants
Winery Tours

Leisure Activities

Antiquing
Beachcombing
Bird Watching

Boating
Scenic Drives
Shelling

Shopping
Sight Seeing
Walking
Wildlife Viewing

Location Type

Near The Ocean:
12 miles to Watch Hill, RI ocean beaches & 3 miles to Mystic's Esker Point Beach on Fisher's Island Sound....more less
River:
Mystic River & recreational River Road is readily accessible for kayak launching, walking & biking....more less

Rural:
The village & neighborhood have a wonderful old-fashioned seaport feeling. Just a couple of miles inland, the character is quite rural with back roads, historic farms & landscapes close by....more less
Village:
Historic residential district & 5 minute walk to a harbor village spanning a river....more less

Water View:
Wonderful home in the village historic district & views vary according to season. The sense of a seafaring village & water are always present in this sea captain's house. Views from the cupola gaze over the village & harbor extending beyond Watch Hill passage to Block Island in one direction & Montauk in another....more less

Sports & Adventure Activities

Cycling
Fishing
Golf

Hiking
Kayaking
Sailing

Swimming
Tennis
Water Skiing
Wind-Surfing

Dining

Dining:
Casual dining adjacent to kitchen seats 6-8. Formal dining seats 8-12...more less

Dining Room

Seating for 8 people

General

Clothes Dryer:
2nd floor laundry room...more less
Gas Fireplace:
Vermont Castings stove to warm a cozy winter corner by the table in the kitchen....more less
Heating:
Radiant panels in each room with individual controls...more less
Internet

Linens Provided:
Each room prepared for your arrival with quality bedding & bath linens. Please supply your own Beach Towels...more less
Parking:
on street available in addition...more less
Parking Off Street:
For 2 small cars. SUV's & larger cars may park on the street....more less
Telephone

Towels Provided:
Please provide your own beach towels...more less
Washing Machine:
2nd floor laundry room...more less
Wireless Internet

Kitchen

Cooking Utensils

Kitchen:
Functional, well designed & equipped. 5 burner gas cooktop, double convection oven, dishwasher, cookware & utensils. Cozy corner with Vermont Castings gas stove and adjacent table for 2 is ideal for morning coffee and reading....more less

Microwave
Refrigerator:
with icemaker...more less

Outside

Bicycles:
are available for rent nearby...more less
Deck / Patio:
Covered porch adjacent to kitchen with dining for 4 and immediate access to garden, additional seating for 8, patio & gas grill....more less

Golf:
a number of options in the region...more less
Kayak / Canoe:
are available for rent nearby...more less

Lawn / Garden
Outdoor Grill

Rates

Dates	Nightly	Weekend Night	Weekly

Indian Summer Sep 9 - Oct 13, 2016 3 night min stay	$625	$675 Fri, Sat	$3,850
Rates are based on 8 guests; add $15 per night, per additional guest

Fall Oct 14 - Oct 27, 2016 3 night min stay	$600	$650 Fri, Sat	$3,675
Rates are based on 8 guests; add $15 per night, per additional guest

Late Fall Oct 28 - Nov 17, 2016 3 night min stay	$550	$600 Fri, Sat	$3,325
Rates are based on 8 guests; add $15 per night, per additional guest

Thanksgiving Nov 18 - Nov 28, 2016 4 night min stay	$675		$4,025
Rates are based on 8 guests; add $15 per night, per additional guest

Holiday Shopping Nov 29 - Dec 15, 2016 3 night min stay	$550		$3,325
Rates are based on 8 guests; add $15 per night, per additional guest

Christmas & New Year Dec 16 - Jan 1, 2017 4 night min stay	$700		$4,200
Rates are based on 8 guests; add $15 per night, per additional guest

Winter-Early Spring Jan 2 - Mar 16, 2017 3 night min stay	$550		$3,325

Spring Mar 17 - Apr 27, 2017 3 night min stay	$575	$625 Sat, Sun	$3,500
Rates are based on 8 guests; add $15 per night, per additional guest

Late Spring Apr 28 - May 11, 2017 3 night min stay	$600	$650 Fri, Sat	$3,675
Rates are based on 8 guests; add $15 per night, per additional guest

Early Summer & Graduations May 12 - Jun 1, 2017 4 night min stay	$675	$700 Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun	$4,025
Rates are based on 8 guests; add $15 per night, per additional guest

My Standard Rate 3 night min stay	$625	$675 Fri, Sat	$3,850
Rates are based on 8 guests; add $15 per night, per additional guest

Additional information about rental rates

Fees:

Refundable Damage Deposit $750
Taxes Not included

Notes:

DAILY RATE quoted ONLY applies to the minimum stay. For stays longer than the minimum, the rate is prorated on the weekly rate.

4:00 pm Arrival and 10:00 am Departure.

For either the 3 night or 4 night rental, guest may opt for either a 2 night/3 day rental or a 3 night/4 day rental, respectively, with a 2:00 pm Arrival and 6:00 pm Departure.

Owner's cancellation policy:

Policy available by contacting owner when booking

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Mystic Seaport

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Mystic Aquarium

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Mystic Pizza

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S & P Oyster Co

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Abbott's Lobster In The Rough

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B.F. Clyde's Cider Mill

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Kitchen Little

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Captain Daniel Packer Inne Restaurant and Pub

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Sea Swirl

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Somewhere In Time

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Stonington's Old Lighthouse Museum

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- 5.4 miles to rental
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Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center

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- 1.8 miles to rental
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Dog Watch Cafe

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Submarine Force Library & Museum

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- 8.6 miles to rental
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Argia Mystic Cruises

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Watch Hill Carousel & Beach

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- 15 miles to rental
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Napatree Point

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McQuade's Marketplace

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Cask'n Keg

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Oyster Club

"Many guests love this place."
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Noah's Restaurant

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Ford's Lobster

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Mystic Drawbridge Ice-Cream

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Bravo Bravo Restaurant

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Cooked Goose

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Vetrano's Ristorante Pizzeria

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PizzaPlace

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Bank Square Books

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Stonington Vineyards Inc

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- 7.3 miles to rental
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Jonathan Edwards Winery

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- 13 miles to rental
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Milagro

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Saltwater Farm Vineyard

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- 5.1 miles to rental
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Essex Steam Train

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- 27 miles to rental
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Florence Griswold Museum

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Goodspeed Opera House

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Olde Mistick Village

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Maritime Gallery

"Fabuluous Maritime Art"
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Company of Craftsmen

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Mystic Cycle Centre

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Haley Farm State Park

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Mystic Market East

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Water Street Cafe

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The Velvet Mill

"Great Stonington Farmer's Market off season, Art, Good Flea Market"
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Mystic River Bascule Bridge

"Historic engineering landmark with great vies up and sown river of Mystic Seaport and boats"
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Nearest Airport

TF Green - Providence

9.5 Miles

Nearest Ferry

New London

1 Miles

Nearest Train

Mystic

1.5 Miles

Nearest Motorway

Interstate 95

0.25 Miles

Nearest Restaurant

5 minute walk to many choices

3.5 Miles

Nearest Beach

Esker Point

Car: Recommended

Our peaceful, friendly neighborhood of historic homes & gardens is a short walk to the village. Mystic is midway between Boston & New York via I95 or Amtrak train. Ferry to Fisher's & Block Island or Orient Point from nearby New London.

There are many attractions & things to do for all. A perfect getaway for family reunions, wedding celebrations or gathering with friends. Enjoy the nautical charm of this historic New England village with excellent food, wine, shopping, cultural & recreational opportunities.

Spectacular, romantic 'lantern' room has views to Montauk, Watch Hill & Block Island. An area rich in history, seafaring, shipbuilding, art & architecture.

Other Activities: ALL SEASON activities include Gardens in spring bloom, US Coast Guard Academy, June Sea Music Festival & Wooden Boat Show at Mystic Seaport, July 4th celebrations, Mystic Outdoor Art Festival in August & Taste of Mystic in September.

Enjoy Mystic Seaport Museum & explore at Mystic Aquarium. Shop Olde Mistick Village, Visit the Mashantucket Pequot Museum, Nathanial Palmer National Historic Landmark in Stonington, Florence Griswold Museum & Lyme Artist Colony, the Submarine Force Museum & Nautilus. Eat at Mystic Pizza! Tour the Vineyards & taste Wine!

There are many more! Please visit the ACTIVITIES link on our home page.

Golf: Many options in the vicinity

Owner info

About the owner: One of us enjoying the opportunity to skipper on a friend's yawl. The other is below making lunch. We love to garden & enjoy the variety of trees, shrubs & flowers we are able to grow.

Why the Owner Chose Mystic, Stonington, CT, USA:
We fell in love with this wonderful home in anticipation of being here full time at some point. The historic and architectural character of the town and its buildings held a special appeal to two architects whose practice has focused on the restoration of historic properties, commercial and residential, for 30+ years. The house is in a protected historic district filled with a variety of well preserved early homes and the village maintains its character as one built on seafaring and boat building. We have a chance to practice our horticultural skills on a garden rather than the roof of our townhouse. However, there never seems to be enough room for all the trees and shrubs we admire. Mystic is conveniently located and on the Boston/NY Amtrak line. It is wonderful, friendly village with all the requisite services and offers many opportunities for relaxation and intellectual stimulation. Of course, the Mystic Seaport Museum (just a mile walk through the village and across the river) and ready access to to the great sailing waters in the environs were a great draw to us as well. We don't really consider this a vacation home as we live here much of the time. However, we love to share it with others who will care for it in our absence while they explore and enjoy what the area has to offer.

The Unique Benefits at this House:
One seems never to have enough time to do what they choose to do while visiting because there is such a great choice. Our home has particular appeal to multi-generation family gatherings for a number of reasons. It is big enough to offer comfortable accommodation with 5 bedrooms, each with private bath, plus the cupola. It is also a short walk to the village so different age groups can roam at ease without relying on a car. Parents can take young children to the playground while others shop or just relax. Couples on annual getaways also like to visit and take Vineyard tours, try the many restaurants, visit the nearby museums, take a day trip to Block Island. It seems guests love to congregate at the house or in the garden visiting and reading and then go off in different directions pursuing a selected activity be it fishing, walking, antiquing, choosing a beach, biking, birding, or attending one of the many local events at the Mystic Seaport Museum or in town like the Taste of Mystic or the annual Mystic Outdoor Art Festival.