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26 School House - Secluded waterfront with panoramic views and magnificent sunse

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Aerial view from Mystic River
Seaside house view
Walnut slab bar with imbedded fossils and hand poured pewter
Kitchen with copper range hood built by owner. Bluestar six burner gas stove
New kitchen with artistic glass fish

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% based on
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 73000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Mystic, CT
  • Place, Williams Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Mystic Seaport
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Master

1 Queen Bed

Sitting Room

1 Double Futon

Sunroom

1 Double Futon

Upstairs 1

2 Single Beds

Upstairs 2

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

26 School House - Secluded waterfront with panoramic views and magnificent sunse

Year Round Destination Search "26SchoolHouse" Mystic, CT for more information and incredible video.
Massive renovation completed Spring 2016 with new kitchen designed by a local architect and a professional chef. Everything you need to create incredible meals. This is a chef's dream kitchen that also has a constantly updated guide of where to get the absolute best ingredients. A seafood market that features local fish and shellfish is less than a mile away.
There are 9 professionally decorated rooms, with new hardwood, tile, and plank flooring throughout. State-of-the-art electronics are constantly upgraded and maintained.

Every season here has its own sounds, views and activities that are truly unique. Set on Mason's Island in a wooded, gated community, easily accessed by a short causeway. Situated between the historic seaside villages of Mystic and Stonington. Ideal for walking, biking and sightseeing. An active osprey nest is just off the back yard. Close to Mystic Seaport and Aquarium, Foxwood Casino, beaches, Newport Mansions, Block Island Ferry and Amtrak. Enjoy farmers markets, art festivals, outstanding shopping, great restaurants and local seafood. A dock is available for your small boat. The glassed in sun porch is surrounded on three sides by water; Perfect for viewing the breathtaking sunsets and enjoying the ocean breezes. The waterside beauty can be enjoyed year round at this home.

Location: The house is located in a protected wetlands area with many old growth trees on the property. The house was carefully designed to fit into the surrounding environment. Egrets, osprey, deer turkeys, red fox, swans, and ducks are frequent visitors. There are seal sightings in the winter months. The sun room is surrounded on three sides by water and is a phenomenal spot to relax, read a book, or dine and watch the constant parade of boats going to Mystic Seaport and the marinas.

Walking, running, cycling: Mason's Island is ideal for outdoor activities. Limited traffic and wide paved roads are ideal for bicycles, walkers and runners. More serious cyclers go venture off the island to experience historic, beautiful scenery and a great mix of flat and hilly areas. There is a fully equipped bicycle shop only 1.6 miles away.

Dining: There are many restaurants in the area. Numerous restaurants are within 1.6 miles in Mystic and also in Stonington Village about 5 miles away. Stonington is a tiny picturesque colonial whaling village with narrow streets, stately houses and a choice of many very good restaurants as well as wonderful shops and ocean views, museums and historic walks.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 26
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
A signed contract is required for all rentals. No rental agreement is complete or binding without a signed contract. See Sample Contract and Rules

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Mystic

Located in Mystic, this holiday home is on the waterfront. 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. Mystic Seaport - The Museum of America and the Sea and Mystic Arts Center are also worth visiting. 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

  • Williams Beach - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Mystic Downtown Marina - 5 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Mystic Seaport - 6 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Olde Mistick Village - 7 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration - 7 min drive - 6.7 km

Getting around

  • Mystic Station - 6 min drive
  • New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mystic Pizza - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Sift Bake Shop - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Mystic Drawbridge Ice Cream - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Milestone - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Red 36 - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 26 School House - Secluded waterfront with panoramic views and magnificent sunse pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at 26 School House - Secluded waterfront with panoramic views and magnificent sunse?

As of 6 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 26 School House - Secluded waterfront with panoramic views and magnificent sunse on 23 Mar 2026 start from £371, 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 26 School House - Secluded waterfront with panoramic views and magnificent sunse?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 26 School House - Secluded waterfront with panoramic views and magnificent sunse?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 26 School House - Secluded waterfront with panoramic views and magnificent sunse?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 26 School House - Secluded waterfront with panoramic views and magnificent sunse located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Mason Island Marina, Williams Beach and Mystic River Bascule Bridge. Mystic Seaport - The Museum of America and the Sea and Mystic Arts Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ryan F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was comfortable, full of character, and perfectly positioned with beautiful views. Glori was generous, responsive, and made the stay feel easy and welcoming. A great spot overall and one we’d happily return to.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kris B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Glori kept in touch and was very helpful. The house is in a beautiful location and a great size for the 7 of us. 7 minute drive to downtown Mystic!!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl W.

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

Sibling Annual Reunion

Incredible property - we simply loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Art T.

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

Beautiful!

Beautiful house. All the extras. The property owner could not have been nicer. We will stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura T.

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

Incredible views and sunsets!

Glori snd Chuck were amazing hosts. Gave us all the area hotspots in an extensive list. House is special...cant wait to return!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric B.

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

Perfect Fit

This house shows the time and attention that the host demands to ensure the most amazing experience for their guests. We travel often and this was by far the best home we have ever secured.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

david g., San Diego

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

Family Visit

The home was perfect and in a wonderful location. Only a few miles from downtown mystic. You could go into town and do some exploring of the restaurants, shops and bars which is definitely well worth it or you could hang out, enjoy the awesome views and go for quiet walks. I have used a lot of VRBO's and Air B & B's in the past and this is definitely one of my favorites
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen W.

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

Found the Impossible

This home is the rental I always dreamed of. Beautiful home - unbelievably well stocked - perfect location in a private, secluded area but within minutes of Mystic. Large yard for enjoying games - spacious sunroom that is so close to the water that you feel like you could dip your toes in the water while sitting there. Glori was wonderful and made sure everything was well tended to. We can’t wait to go back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

kirsten e.

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

Amazing home

We had a wonderful week on Mason's Island. The School House Lane home was everything we expected and more. Gorgeous and not a spec of dust to be found. The kitchen was top-notch; all beds were comfortable. Even during the record-breaking heatwave, the house stayed comfortable and the air-conditioned bedrooms assured a great night's sleep. I loved watching the osprey nest from the upper bedroom window. Rare opportunity to see three osprey chicks take their first flights. Talk about a bird's eye view!! Glori was responsive and so helpful. She gave us great advice on sights and restaurants. Couldn't have asked for more. Five stars!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Patrick L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Regrettably, our rental period expired before we could spend enough time soaking in the views from the sunroom, watching the parade of yachts passing through the channel ¼ mile offshore in the Mystic River. Closer to shore and in the salt water marsh through the backyard, nature lovers will appreciate the diversity of birds. There’s even an osprey nest in a stand across the street.One of our favorite activities was starting our day with a morning stroll to Kitchen Little for breakfast. And the easy drive into town for late afternoon cocktails or dinner at any of the award-winning Mystic restaurants add to this home’s prime location.The home is clearly a treasured family estate. The owners have carefully blended mid-century modern characteristics with all of the contemporary conveniences renters expect. They were incredibly responsive to the slightest of issues. Our family had such a memorable time here that we will be booking another stay as soon as an opportunity becomes available. Giving it 5 stars doesn't do it justice.
View from the sunroom
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren R.

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

Magical

We had an amazing time at this home. Mason's Island is a beautiful part of Mystic and this house cannot be beat. The view is everything!! But the house also delivers. The kitchen is amazing - we cooked a small Thanksgiving meal while there and we had more than enough available to us to make that happen. The rooms are set up to be cozy and enjoy the amazing views. The outside is nicely done with plenty to enjoy even in the colder months. Glori was delightful to work with - her list of things to know and activities to enjoy show how much she cares about her guests enjoying their stay. My whole family loved it - kids to adults - and we are all hoping to be able to return someday soon. Just a great experience all around!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Blaine H.

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

Fantastic

My family doesn't use VRBO that often, but this was an unbelievably fantastic stay. The property and views are great and there is every amenity you could need. Felt like a high-end vacation. Cannot wait to stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melissa D.

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

Bird Haven by the Sea

We had the most amazing time watching all the birds on the surrounding property as well as relaxing and watching the waves. There is shore, marsh, ponds, grass, trees and bushes so you get great variety of birds. There are panoramic views out of almost every window of the house showcasing all the different scenery. The inside of the home is even better than it looked in the pictures. You really don’t need to leave the home. But if you do it’s also awesome that the most of the restaurants and shops are less than 10 minutes away. Great experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

THOMAS G., WAIMANALO

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

Beautiful Southeastern Connecticut

This property captures all of southeastern Connecticut's beauty in one spot !
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joann Z.

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

Better than imagined

This home is so beautiful and the views are incredible. Everything was perfect and the kitchen is the best you will ever find. We barely left the house and would love to come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle C.

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

A Peaceful Retreat

This property was everything it was advertised to be and more. The home was very comfortable and had a homey atmosphere. Beds were extremely comfortable and the home did not lack for anything we needed. Owners were always available to answer questions and provided extensive information regarding restaurants, shopping and points of the interest in the area. Would definitely recommend this place and hope to visit it again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Catherine P.

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

Exceptional setting

Wonderful location with amazing views of water and bird life. The house was very comfortable, well equipped and organized. Also lots of activities and sights in the surrounding area. I hope we can go again.
Stayed 12 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Noel M.

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

What a great place!

If you like swimming, kayaking, biking, cooking, or just lying around gazing at a beautiful vista, this property is to die for. The owner couldn't have been more gracious.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nancy C.

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

This property is at a good location. It is a wonderful house with a beautiful view.

I had one of the best rental experience from this rental. Glori is really thoughtful and responsive throughout the rental period. The house is spacious with a large kitchen. It has an amazing light display and lot of cookware. The wood work on the furniture is beautiful. We had a great time staying at this house.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Karen L.

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

Perfect Family Retreat

This house is really special! Kitchen has everything you need and the water views are spectacular! If you don’t want to cook Mystic has plenty of great restaurants to choose from as well. We stayed with my elderly mother and our 10 year old -great space for all generations to be together. House is clean, hosts accessible. The total package! We hope to come back for longer next time!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nanette R.

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

Waterfront

Great house right on the water amazing kitchen and well stocked
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nancy F.

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

Truly an unique property, right on the water. Beautiful views and setting. Birds and animals abound.

The owner was very accommodating and helpful. The house is lovely and the area beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Doreen K., United States

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

Masons Island magical beach house

This house is absolutely delightful...like stepping back into one of the original beach cottages directly on the CT shore with all the charm...the location and view could not be better...lovingly maintained and updated by generations of the same family, this home is comfortable and so welcoming. The kitchen is the envy of all who have the pleasure of sharing this special place. Our hosts could not be more gracious and helpful, knowing the area so well, they are happy to share the hidden gems of this area.... We cannot wait for a return trip...
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Matthew L.

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

Holidays in Mystic

Such a wonderful property! Beautiful, cozy, and quiet. Surrounded by water with fantastic views in all directions. Kitchen absolutely out of this world. Only a few minutes' drive from downtown Mystic. Fantastic communication with Glori from initial inquiry to post-stay follow-up. Can't wait to come back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Christopher R., New York City

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

Great location and amazing kitchen

Stayed at this house during Thanksgiving. Location is beautiful and near shops (Mystic) and convenient to highway. In addition to the natural beauty of Mason’s Island, we were completely amazed by the most well equipped kitchen we have ever had in a rental house- and for Thanksgiving that was really important. Glori was fantastic in her communications and general responsiveness.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020

About the host

Hosted by Glori

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***** ****
My wife and I live out of state. We use the house when we can and eventually plan to retire here. Our dachshund is a devoted Steelers fan

Why they chose this property

My grandparents built this house in 1946 when there were only a few people on the Island. They were able to get an absolutely ideal location. I have been coming here since the 1950s. We have continually updated the house and have had it professionally decorated. We don't put very much away, so our guests will feel that they are in a real home, not a rental

What makes this property unique

Everybody who walks into the house is taken by the views and the way that it fits naturally into the setting. It is very well decorated but has a relaxed feel that makes it very comfortable. The sounds of the water and wildlife are simply incredible. The coziness does not mean antiquated. The electronics are incredible and easy to use. Security is foremost with digital door lock, security system, driveway surveillance, smoke/carbon monoxide detectors, and thermostats which are integrated and computer controlled. Home theater, stereo, and internet are very reliable and easy to use. Very clear instructions cover all aspects of the house, and a large notebook contains an exhaustive compilation of things to do.

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