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The School House Cottage, 1BR Mystic Riverfront Stay, Walk to Downtown

Waterfront cottage with kitchen and balcony

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Interior
Outdoor dining
TV
1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot
TV
A short walk from Mystic Seaport, The School House Cottage, 1BR Mystic Riverfront Stay, Walk to Downtown provides a garden, laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 460 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The School House Cottage, 1BR Mystic Riverfront Stay, Walk to Downtown

Once a one-room schoolhouse relocated here in 1857, the School House Cottage is now a charming 1-bedroom, 1-bath retreat overlooking the Mystic River. Featuring its own private entrance, kitchen, and family room, this cozy attached cottage offers privacy with the perfect dose of history.

Wake up to river breezes, enjoy breakfast with a view of the Mystic Drawbridge, and watch wooden ships being restored at the Seaport Shipyard across the water. Thoughtfully furnished in coastal hues and natural textures, this space captures the warmth and authenticity of historic Mystic living—just two blocks from Downtown Mystic.

Guests have private access to the entire School House Cottage, including:

A full kitchen and cozy living room

One bedroom with queen bed and one full bathroom

Private patio with BBQ and outdoor dining area overlooking the Mystic River

Designated parking space on the property

Although attached to the Captain’s House, the Cottage has its own entrance and separate outdoor area for a peaceful and private stay.

Please note: This is an historic property. Stairs are steep and ceilings are low on 2nd floor.
The most important House Rule is, respect our neighbors and community. Mystic is a quaint, coastal New England town. As hosts, and guests, we share in the responsibility of keeping Mystic a great place to visit, and to LIVE. Honor the noise ordinance. Be the guest that you would want staying in a vacation rental near your home.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Kayak

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 646 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

The most important House Rule is, respect our neighbors and community. Mystic is a quaint, coastal New England town. As hosts, and guests, we share in

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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 first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

153461

About the area

Map
Groton, CT

What's nearby

  • Mystic River Bascule Bridge - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Mystic Downtown Marina - 8 min walk - 0.7 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 - 4.2 km

Getting around

  • Mystic Station - 12 min walk
  • New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mystic Pizza - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Mystic Drawbridge Ice Cream - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Sift Bake Shop - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Red 36 - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪S&P Oyster Restaurant and Bar - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The School House Cottage, 1BR Mystic Riverfront Stay, Walk to Downtown pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at The School House Cottage, 1BR Mystic Riverfront Stay, Walk to Downtown?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The School House Cottage, 1BR Mystic Riverfront Stay, Walk to Downtown?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The School House Cottage, 1BR Mystic Riverfront Stay, Walk to Downtown located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Mystic River Bascule Bridge and Mystic Seaport. Mystic Arts Center and Mystic Downtown Marina are also within 10 minutes. Mystic Station is 12 minutes by foot.

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