Captain's House · Historic Mystic Captain's House, Water Views
Groton, Middlesex County, United States View On Map
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Captain's House · Historic Mystic Captain's House, Water Views This unique, seaside, historic home, was built in 1810. Located on the Historic "Captain's Row," with water views all around, and spaces designed and furnished, with an historic, maritime feel, by our Great Gull Island team. There are 3 nautically themed bedrooms (one on the 1st floor) and two full bathrooms. Sun filled rooms, all with...
Captain's House · Historic Mystic Captain's House, Water Views This unique, seaside, historic home, was built in 1810. Located on the Historic "Captain's Row," with water views all around, and spaces designed and furnished, with an historic, maritime feel, by our Great Gull Island team. There are 3 nautically themed bedrooms (one on the 1st floor) and two full bathrooms. Sun filled rooms, all with restored, original, hardwood floors. We are only steps from downtown. Enjoy the Water Views, the History, the Design, and all that Mystic has to offer.Sure, we're biased. But this unique, meticulously renovated, historic house has the best of both worlds: sunlit indoor rooms, restored and furnished to embrace it’s history, plus plenty of outdoor space for entertaining, reading, or just lying around. There are great water views of the Mystic River. The interior was designed by our staff. The furnishings were acquired and refurbished by our design team, to provide an historic, maritime feel. The kitchen is fully stocked with all the basics and equipment you need. In addition, we have items like, coffee, tea, creamer, and sugar. Plenty of condiments and basics. The house has three bedrooms and two full bathrooms. The entire home has High Speed WI-FI, and is equipped with smart TVs and an Amazon Alexa/Sonos sound system. The family and dining area are spacious, sun filled, cozy, and a great place to enjoy gathering with family and friends. We are located on the river, across from the Seaport and very near the famous drawbridge.• Guest AccessGuests have access to the entire Main House, with three bedrooms (One bedroom on 1st floor, two bedrooms on 2nd floor). There are two full bathrooms (one bathroom on 1st floor and the other on the 2nd floor). The Master Bedroom (Captain's Cabin) has a canopied queen bed and is on the 1st floor. The second bedroom (First Mate's Cabin) is on the 2nd floor and has a queen size bed. The third bedroom (The Hold) is also on the 2nd floor and has two single beds and room for an air mattress (we provide an air mattress.) Guests also have access to great outside spaces with a large back yard with tables and BBQ grill. The side yard off the kitchen is private (not shared) and ideal for morning coffee, with spectacular water views. The side yard near the driveway, is also equipped with plenty of lawn chairs, umbrellas, and more water views. This side, is shared with cottage guests if the entire property is not rented. We also have bikes and Kayaks that are available to guests as well.This listing is for the Main House. There is an attached cottage (also listed on Airbnb). You can rent the entire property, Main House and Cottage, just the Main House, or just the cottage.Our Guests will have private access to the entire Main House, and the quiet outside area on the north side. Guests will have access to their side of the back yard BBQ area (Cottage guests have their own section of the back yard). All guests will have access to the side yard on the southern side.We are available to help make your stay a perfect one. Please feel free to contact us at anytime with questions.Our location is incredibly well-suited to the quintessential Mystic experience. The river is a few steps from our house and quite kayak friendly (yes, we have boats). The famed Mystic Seaport area is a 5 minute walk. They also have boats, as you probably know. The downtown area is a very short walk from the houseThen there's the aquarium, the diner, and a handful of lesser known things to see, do, eat, and drink. We share detailed recommendations and favorite picks with guests upon booking.We are within walking distance to Downtown Mystic and The Mystic Seaport Museum. We have bikes and kayaks, and we are about 1 mile from the Amtrak train station.Guests have access to the entire main house. There is an attached cottage which may have guests during your stay. The main house and cottage each have their own entrance and are separate. The back yard and side yard (on driveway side) are shared outside spaces. We do have two separate BBQ grills and outside dining tables (one for main house and the other for cottage guests). The side yard off the main house kitchen is not shared and is available to only Historic Captain's House (Main House) guests.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.If you have chosen our home for a special occasion and plan on having a gathering with family & friends. Please respect our neighbors and our house. Our maximum guest policy is 7 adults. As a matter of local health, safety & parking guidelines, any prolonged gathering of more than 7 adults is prohibited unless approved PRIOR to booking. If you plan on being outdoors you must reduce volume. Respect our neighbor's right to Quiet Enjoyment.We do allow small gatherings, however, we expect our guests to be respectful of our neighbors. Please be mindful of the volume and timing of any events or gatherings. More importantly, enjoy yourselves and allow our neighbors to enjoy their time as well. There is absolutely NO smoking inside the house.While we welcome pets at all of our properties, we expect this amenity to be used responsibly. Please do NOT allow pets on furniture, especially beds. Also, do not allow pets to soil or stain carpets or floors.The bikes and kayaks may be shared with cottage guests. Kayaks can be launched DIRECTLY across the street from house. Please do not use our neighbor's dock.Please enjoy our bikes and kayaks. Kayaks can be launched DIRECTLY across the street from house. Please do not use our neighbor's dock.Fireplaces are NOT functional. They are for aesthetics and must not be used.Also, the Captain’s House is over 200 years old. There are low ceilings and doorways in both. Especially on the 2nd floor.
Popular amenities
Essentials
- Linens provided
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Heating
- Desk
Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Stove
- Oven
- Grill
- Dishes & utensils
- Coffee maker
Entertainment
- Television
Laundry
- Washing machine
- Clothes dryer
- Iron & board
Parking
- Parking
Safety
- 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)
- Fire extinguisher
- First aid kit
Location type
- Waterfront
Suitability
- Minimum age limit for renters
Property Amenities
Top family friendly amenities
- Kitchen
- Microwave
Popular amenities
- Washer
- Barbecue grill
- Air conditioning
- Pet-friendly
- Outdoor space
- Dryer
Languages spoken
- Chinese (Mandarin)
- Spanish
- English
Parking and transport
- Parking on site
Family friendly
- Children's books
- Travel cot
- Highchair
Kitchen
- Coffee/tea maker
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Hob
- Oven
Bedrooms
- 3 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 3 bathrooms
- Hair dryer
- Bathtub or shower
- Shower only
Entertainment
- TV
Outdoor areas
- Balcony
- Garden
- Barbecue grill
Laundry
- Washing machine
Work spaces
- Desk
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Pets
- Pet friendly
Suitability accessibility
- Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
- On the waterfront
General
- Garden
- Unit size: 1,399.3 square feet
Safety features
- Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
- First aid kit
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- Fire extinguisher
Property Details
House Rules
- Check-in: After 4:00 PM
- Minimum age to rent: 18
- Check-out: Before 10:00 AM
- Children allowed: ages 0–17
- Events allowed: No
- Pets allowed: Pets allowed
- Smoking allowed: Smoking is not permitted
Important Information
- This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
- 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 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 Charles W. Morgan at Mystic Seaport are also worth visiting.
Nearby locations
- Mystic Downtown Marina 5 min walk
- Mystic Seaport - The Museum of America and the Sea 13 min walk
- Mystic Seaport 15 min walk
- Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration 4 min drive
- Olde Mistick Village 4 min drive
Getting around
- Mystic Station 12 min walk
- New London, CT (GON-Groton New London)
Restaurants
- Mystic Pizza 3 min walk
- Sift Bake Shop 3 min walk
- Mystic Drawbridge Ice-Cream 2 min walk
- Engine Room 5 min walk
- Taquerio 10 min walk
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Captain's House · Historic Mystic Captain's House, Water Views pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Captain's House · Historic Mystic Captain's House, Water Views?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Captain's House · Historic Mystic Captain's House, Water Views?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Captain's House · Historic Mystic Captain's House, Water Views located?
Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home 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.