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Classic Mystic Retreat Walking Distance to Downtown

Family-friendly holiday home in Mystic

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Location

Exceptional

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 102100 sq ft

Popular amenities

Dryer
Washer
Pet-friendly
Kitchen
Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Groton, CT

Place, Mystic Downtown Marina
‪10 min walk‬
Place, Mystic Seaport
‪2 min drive‬
Place, Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration
‪4 min drive‬
Airport, New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London)
‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 4

4 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Garden

About this property

Classic Mystic Retreat Walking Distance to Downtown

A four bedroom, two bath house that sleeps ten. Large dinning room with large round table, third floor playroom, grand living room, and lovely kitchen all make for a setting that encourages family time, friendship bonding, and memories. The large yard with fire pit is perfect for barbecuing and corn-hole, while the ample parking just makes life simpler. The entire yard is fenced to facilitate use by kids and/or pets.
Use this house as home-base to explore Mystic, or relax and enjoy each other in this classic Mystic getaway.

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washing machine

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)

No more than 2 pets

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

All outside activities brought inside by 10pm out of respect for the neighbors.

If at house on Thursday, please have garbage bins roadside (New London Road) with metal bar facing the street on Thursday morning before 9am.

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 first aid kit

About the area

Mystic

Located in Mystic, this holiday home is in the city centre. 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 popular attractions can visit Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration and Ocean Beach Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Mystic Seaport - The Museum of America and the Sea, or check out an event or a game at Mohegan Sun Arena. Kayaking, power boating and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.

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Groton, CT

What's nearby

Mystic Downtown Marina - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Mystic Seaport - The Museum of America and the Sea - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
Mystic Seaport - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
Olde Mistick Village - 4 min drive - 4.3 km
Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration - 4 min drive - 4.6 km

Getting around

Mystic Station - 2 min drive
New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

‪Mystic Pizza - ‬11 min walk
‪Mystic Drawbridge Ice Cream - ‬14 min walk
‪Sift Bake Shop - ‬11 min walk
‪Red 36 - ‬2 min drive
‪Engine Room - ‬17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Classic Mystic Retreat Walking Distance to Downtown pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Classic Mystic Retreat Walking Distance to Downtown?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Classic Mystic Retreat Walking Distance to Downtown?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Classic Mystic Retreat Walking Distance to Downtown located?

Located in the centre of Mystic, this family-friendly holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Mystic Arts Center, Mystic River Bascule Bridge and Mystic Downtown Marina. Mystic Seaport is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) away. Mystic Station is 24 minutes by foot.

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Keli F.

7 Sept, 2025

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

Had a fantastic time at this lovely property. James was a fantastic host, the space was perfect for our girls getaway weekend (8 of us) and the location was fabulous. 5 stars and would absolutely recommend!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara L.

20 Jul, 2025

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

The house was perfect for our families. It was historic, clean and well-maintained, and had games and books for the kids. We played cornhole and even found a stroller that saved the day at the Mystic Seaport Museum. Location is enjoyably close to downtown and other Mystic attractions. Thanks for a great trip!

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelley D.

2 Mar, 2025

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

Great Location & Space

Such a lovely space. The location was fantastic! For an older house it's very cozy and very warm in the winter. This was perfect for us for a quick weekend away.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

9 Sept, 2024

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

Great location

Great accommodations. Awesome location to downtown Mystic.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

31 Aug, 2025

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

Everything was just perfect during our stay at this property in West Mystic. I had to book at the last minute to attend a funeral and James couldn't have been more accommodating. Very well appointed home with lots of room. We ended up extending our stay and James made that very easy. The area is quiet while being close to downtown Mystic. Rhode Island beaches aren't far. Go to Watch Hill after 4:00 and park for free! Highly recommend.

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Werner H.

2 Oct, 2024

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

Stay for Coast Guard Academy Family Weekend

Held all of us comfortably, convenient to the CGA and to Mystik for shopping and dining. Had a good stay with family joining us there.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven A.

15 May, 2025

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

Fit our needs very well

This home was very pleasant to stay in and in a good location. It fit our needs as a family of 5 adults very well. I would highlight the wonderful kitchen windows looking out on the yard, the good-size yard itself, and the solo stove fire pit with the solid chairs surrounding it.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maureen B.

6 Aug, 2023

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

Mystic getaway

Very lovely home! Convenient to downtown, walked every day.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Devin S.

16 Jun, 2023

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

A wonderful home, with plenty of room.

We really enjoyed our stay, it had everything we needed in a clean and spacious atmosphere. It’s a quick walk into town, and the fire pit was wonderful to enjoy. Thanks for hosting James!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason D.

10 Aug, 2024

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

The absolute perfect Mystic getaway!

This was the perfect home for our family’s stay in Mystic. Plenty of space, plenty of parking, a spacious yard and amazing location. James was amazingly responsive to all of requests. You won’t be disappointed with your stay in Mystic with this home!

Stayed 23 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine M.

13 Nov, 2023

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

Think Convention

Loved the place, one recommendation is suggest using Mystic address vs Groton address.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sthea M., Austin, TX

23 Jul, 2023

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

Cozy, clean, classic family vacation

I can't say enough good things about this stay! We were very comfortable and had everything we needed for a week, even with babies and kids in our group! The area around the house was safe and very pleasant for meandering walks. We all enjoyed easy access to restaurants and events happening in historic Mystic. Thank you to the owners for their hospitality.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom O.

27 May, 2025

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

Wonderful stay in Mystic!

We had three families staying together for a nearby volleyball tournament for the weekend, and decided to stay in Mystic. This home was perfect! The four twin beds on the third floor were perfect for the four teenagers to stay together and have their own space. The three bedrooms on the third floor were all great for the parents, and the two bathrooms worked well for our group. The living space worked great for meals and a game night, and the outdoor gas grill and fire pit were nice for cooking and relaxing. The home was quaint and had some nice updates. We all enjoyed being walking distance from downtown Mystic for shopping and restaurants. Communication with the owner was fast and courteous. We really enjoyed our stay, and would recommend this property to anyone.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Glenn C.

22 Apr, 2025

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

Old home charm

5 of us with a dog. Overall, we had a nice experience. Spacious, nicely painted, comfortable old home, with old style hardwood floors and a nice fenced in yard. Not short, but not too long of a walk into town for most of us. Only the grandmothers with walkers wouldn't do it, but the rest of us walked the dog into town several times. Easier to shop in Groton than drive through Mystic to get to grocery store. We learned you can park at the bank in town for free when it's closed. Host was very responsive to inquiries. Easy check in/out process. We would definitely stay there again.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca F., Barrington, RI

27 Nov, 2022

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

A Thanksgiving to remember

This was a great place for two families with 4 children under 10 to visit their grandparents for Thanksgiving. The dining table was able to fit all 10 of us comfortably and we really enjoyed being able to interact with everyone. The attic space was awesome for the children to play independently. Overall the house was clean, well provisioned, and very comfortable. We hope to stay here again for future visits.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert P., Port orange FL

26 Aug, 2023

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

Family Vacation/Wedding

This home is perfect for a group visiting the area. A beautiful walk to downtown. The house itself is cozy with any amenity you may need. Spacious backyard for playing corn hole, which the owner provided, a fire pit and grill for cooking out. The owner also provided refreshments waiting in the refrigerator upon our arrival. The whole experience was wonderful!

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sheridan P.

4 Nov, 2023

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

Perfect!

Cousins yearly gathering! This year we chose Mystic. James was quick to respond to my questions and he was very accommodating. The home is charming, clean and the many twin beds was a plus! The round table sold me as it allows for great conversations, game playing, etc. The house is a quick walk (downhill) to downtown….all uphill on the way back! Loved our stay!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gina P.

2 Oct, 2023

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

Great location!

The house was perfect for our annual mini college reunion. It was a nice walk to downtown Mystic. After our fabulous dinner at Mix, the uphill walk back to the house was a great way to burn some calories! The house was very clean and had ample room to chill out and catch up with friends. We would have liked to sit outside around the firepit, but it was pouring rain. Next time!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve M.

18 May, 2023

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

Beautiful area, walkable to dowtown

The house was exactly as described, had everything we needed, and even exceeded expectations in several ways. The owner was very responsive to inquiries. We had 9 adults in town for a graduation and the sleeping arangements were very accommodating. Downtown Mystic was a .5 mile walk (this did include a rather steep incline). We spent a lot of time in the yard while enjoying the outdoors and the firepit. We walked to town nightly. We highly recommend this location and wouldn't hesitate to stay here again.

Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Becky B.

9 Apr, 2023

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

Perfect weekend getaway

Rented this house for a weekend trip with the family. Upon arrival, the home was extremely clean and some beverages were waiting for us in the fridge (this was a first for us and we’ve been renting VRBOs for many years), a wonderful touch! Plenty of space for my family of 5 to relax, eat, and sleep. The solo stove and comfortable Adirondack chairs in the spacious, fenced in yard were perfect for a relaxing fire. Plenty of delicious restaurants to walk to in downtown Mystic. Lots of neighborhood streets with beautiful historical homes, easily accessible to walk the dog. My daughter said, “let’s make this an Easter tradition every year!” I think we just might!! We highly recommend this home for your next trip to Mystic!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

lexi b.

8 May, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Disliked: Listing accuracy

Great location, description off

The filter puts it as having a hot tub. It does not. Then you go to listing and it says spa/whirpool tub, it does not have either. Property is beautiful, warm, manager is friendly and helpful. Couple items missing though he was responsive upon hearing about the missing items. Overall great place after we got over the disappointment over no hot tub.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Moya r.

14 Dec, 2022

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

Christmas 2022

Wonderful old home, very cozy and welcoming close to downtown Mystic. Owner had refreshments in the fridge which was a wonderful touch.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alyson M.

26 Oct, 2022

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

Mystic film festival: great rental!

What an awesome stay we had! Mystic is charming, walkable, and this lovely house was as perfect location for us as we navigated the various locations of the Mystic Film Fest. Everything was clean, bright, orderly, and extra drinks in the fridge. Thank you!!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kim O.

25 Jul, 2022

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

Mystic Getaway

Thanks so much for a great getaway. We loved the location and the age of the house. It was everything we needed!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carol S.

4 Jul, 2022

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

Many thoughtful touches, with all the items we would need for our stay.

This was my first rental of this type and was very satisfied with the experience.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by James

My wife and I met in Mystic and we love it! I purchased this house when I was in the Navy, and rented it out full-time for a number of years while we moved around the country. We were fortunate enough to eventually be able to use it as a weekend house. As our family grew and kids got older we decided to rent it as a vacation rental since we are unable to use it as much as we used to. We hope you enjoy the house as much as we have!