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The Secret Mermaid in downtown Mystic! Beautiful & just remodeled!

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A two-story blue house with a front porch, white picket fence, and a gravel driveway.
A two-story house with a porch, a well-maintained lawn, and a white picket fence.
A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a lamp, a ceiling fan, and a window with a view.
A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a fireplace, a television, and a ceiling fan.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a stainless steel refrigerator, a built-in oven, and a marble countertop.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Top-rated comfy beds
    Guests liked the comfy beds here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • At the centre of it all
    Stay in a top rated central location, steps from the best attractions, dining, and entertainment.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Mystic Downtown Marina
Sleeps 9•3 bedrooms•4 beds

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Explore the area

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Groton, CT
  • Place, Mystic Downtown Marina
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Mystic Arts Center
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Mystic River Bascule Bridge
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Double Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

The Secret Mermaid in downtown Mystic! Beautiful & just remodeled!

LOCATION! This historic Downtown Mystic gem has just been completely renovated top to bottom, inside & out in 2023! New furniture and linens too! Enjoy a lemonade on the front porch & watch the world go by on a Summer night or wine by the fire on a chilly one. Park your cars in the driveway and walk to amazing restaurants and wonderful downtown attractions in 2-5 mins! For water enthusiasts public dock, boat ramp, transient dockage, and kayak & paddle board rentals are all across the street. Concerts, boat tours , art fairs ,seaport & aquarium all so close! Enjoy 2 wonderful beaches; Esker Point and Williams are 2.3 miles in each direction. Award winning Sift bakery is 1/3 of a mile away! Capt. Daniel Packer is across the street just .13 of a mile! Central AC & heat, large eat-in kitchen and dining room that seats 10. Beds are pillowtop with crisp cotton linens, recliners, flat-screen TV's in bedrooms, plush towels & a well stocked kitchen make this your home away from home in Mystic!
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Pack n play etc. on property
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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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Lock the doors and return the keys
Hope you enjoyed your stay! Please put used towels in laundry room, start dishwasher and return keys to lockbox. Thanks so much!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3653390vb
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Mystic

Mystic River Historic District, a neighbourhood in Mystic, is home to this holiday home. Foxwoods Resort Casino and Grand Theater at 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, or check out an event or a game at Mohegan Sun Arena.
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Groton, CT

What's nearby

  • Mystic Downtown Marina - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Mystic Arts Center - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Mystic River Bascule Bridge - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Mystic Seaport - The Museum of America and the Sea - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Charles W. Morgan at Mystic Seaport - 2 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Mystic Station - 19 min walk
  • New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mystic Pizza - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Sift Bake Shop - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Mystic Drawbridge Ice Cream - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Engine Room - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Captain Daniel Packer Inne - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Secret Mermaid in downtown Mystic! Beautiful & just remodeled! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Secret Mermaid in downtown Mystic! Beautiful & just remodeled!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Secret Mermaid in downtown Mystic! Beautiful & just remodeled!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Secret Mermaid in downtown Mystic! Beautiful & just remodeled!?

Checkout is at 11:30 AM.

Where is The Secret Mermaid in downtown Mystic! Beautiful & just remodeled! located?

Located in Mystic River Historic District, this family-friendly Mystic holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Mystic Downtown Marina, Mystic Arts Center and Mystic River Bascule Bridge. Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) away. Mystic Station is 19 minutes by foot.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 58 out of 59 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 59 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 59 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matthew H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful and cozy with easy access to downtown and local attractions.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elke Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place within walking distance to restaurants and shopping. Perfect place for a girls trip!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Donna R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jon & Mia were very accommodating and their house was beautiful. We loved how convenient it was to walk into town.... great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chris D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a great experience all around. A fantastic location (walking distance from restaurants, bars and shops), a clean and well maintained property with great amenities. I would not only recommend staying here, but I will most likely try and come back next year.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house exceeded our expectations! Adorable home walking distance to downtown. Jon and Mia were great hosts,
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Erin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location, location, location! This adorable home is just 2 blocks from charming downtown Mystic. We walked into town every day we were here for world class dining, shopping, and strolling around this beautiful town. The home is lovely and freshly renovated. The beds and linens were comfortable. The bathrooms were nice and modern. The kitchen is state of the art. The host was responsive, and even left us a gift card to a bakery/coffee shop within walking distance. I would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peter V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joseph k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice kitchen, close to downtown, friendly host
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hannah T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House is adorably decorated and so cozy! It was the perfect home away from home!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nancy O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was perfect for us, so many nice touches in the house!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Betty M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent stay Stairs are pretty steep to bedrooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Frank T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home is in a perfect location, unbelievably well kept and equipped.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing property in an amazing location! The house had everything that we needed for our 4 day stay in Mystic! Beautiful, comfortable home!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jason P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home was perfect for our family visit during parents weekend with our cadet at the Coast Guard Academy. Great location with easy access to downtown Mystic, clean, and comfortable. We had a wonderful time and hope to stay agin in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nick V.

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

Weekend in Mystic

Jon and Mia have a great property and it was a perfect place to stay! Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar 2025
Thanks so much Nick! Very happy to hear you enjoyed your special weekend in Mystic! Thank you for choosing The Secret Mermaid! Mia & Jon
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kerry M.

This was an excellent home in a perfect location! We e
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Crystal M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mia and Jon's property was great for a Thanksgiving trip to visit family nearby. It was very clean with comfortable beds, fluffy towels and stocked with great hand soaps and mini toiletries. It was an easy walk to Mystic Pizza, Sift bake shop, shopping and the drawbridge. We enjoyed our stay and Mia thoughtfully added decorative touches to the home for our Thanksgiving celebration. We hope to be back soon.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

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

Another great stay

This is our second year and it was as good as the first. Jon and Mia are great hosts, always responsive and want to make the best of your stay. This property has all you need and is so close to great restaurants, downtown shops and the Seaport Museum. Will stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jul 2025
Thanks for the great review Susan! Always a pleasure to host you! Very happy to hear you enjoyed your stay! Thank you for choosing to vacation with us a second time! Mia & Jon
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christine R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is the prettiest, cleanest, warmest home we've ever stayed in! From the new appliances to the decorative touches, the Secret Mermaid is charming. My book club friends cozied up to the fireplace on a stormy night. It was a perfect New England stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Frederique L.

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

Great family stay!

I highly recommend to stay in the secret mermaid, great location, walking distance to Mystic restaurants, shops and museums. The house was perfect. And the hosts are just amazing. We had a wonderful family time!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 May 2025
Thank you Frédérique! We are so happy your trip worked out so well. Best wishes to you and your family and thank you for choosing The Secret Mermaid!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ivory U.

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

Perfect Family Getaway

We loved everything about this property. The house was perfection and the perfect distance to downtown Mystic. We will absolutely be returning.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Norma B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Secret Mermaid was a hit with my family. They all want to stay again when we visit my sister and her family in Noank. We were able to walk into Mystic easily. Comfortable beds, easy kitchen to work in, beautifully appointed bathrooms with fluffy towels, great dining room for 10 and lovely living room with a great fireplace.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Angela L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home with all the amenities
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brittany C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had the absolute best time at Mia and Jon's place! It was so beautiful, comfortable, and perfectly located. It has everything we needed for our baby and toddler. Mia and Jon also left some really thoughtful touches and were great communicators. We'll definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Victoria T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is beautiful. Old charm with modern convenience. Close to everything. Amazing hosts!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jul 2025
Thanks so much Victoria! So happy you enjoyed your stay! Mia & Jon

About the host

Hosted by Jon and Mia Longo

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My wife Mia and I have a passion for renovating and preserving historic homes and own and operate a historic construction company in Western Ma. We completed the transformation of this home in the Spring of 2024. The house has quite a bit of historic significance (including a published book about childhood at the house in the early 1900s) and we enjoyed adding modern convenience while maintaining its charm and character.
We have 11-year-old twin boys and most of our favorite memories are Summers spent in Mystic, eating ice cream, visiting various beaches, boating, and sunset beach walks. We find Mystic magical and it's definitely our "Happy Place". When you stay as our guest, our hope is for you to make memories to last a lifetime as we have.
Mia and I are very excited for you to discover the many joys of the Mystic area! We are hands-on owners and are readily available for questions during your stay. We are happy to assist you in anything you may need, including information ahead of your stay to help guide you in making reservations for watersports, sunset cruises or any of the exceptional restaurants in the area. We are also able to advise on everything from the many kid-friendly places and activities to adult interests including local vineyards, tastings and festivals.
We truly hope that your stay in Mystic at the Secret Mermaid becomes your "Happy place", and we look forward to having you as our guest!

Why they chose this property

The house is a very short 5-minute walk to downtown and the public dock is just across the street. Sift Bakery and all the wonderful shopping and amazing restaurants are all walkable from the house!

What makes this property unique

The comforts of home! Mia, my wife... tries to make sure you have everything you could need to enjoy your stay including; a well-stocked kitchen, k cups for the machine, good bedding, very comfortable mattresses, plenty of towels, beach towels and chairs, games, outdoor space to eat and outdoor meal plates, glasses and serving etc, baby travel necessities, paper plates, toiletries, soap for dishes and laundry, a relaxing living room with recliners, throw blankets, and a gas fireplace for the colder months. The house is professionally cleaned and landscaped.
She tries to think of everything and is consistently adding new things. It truly is our goal to make your stay comfortable!

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