This newly renovated, historic 1 BR/1 Bath former school house, is located directly on the Mystic River with amazing River views. . It started life as a one room school house. In 1857, it was moved to it's current location. Our design team meticulously furnished to create a unique historic atmoshpere. Sure, we're biased. But this cottage has the best of both worlds: sunlit indoor rooms, meticulously restored and furnished to embrace its history as a school house, plus outdoor space for entertaining, reading, or just lying around. There are great views of the Mystic River. The cottage, a restored, historic school house, also has a fully stocked kitchen and washer/dryer. There is WI-FI, TV with Amazon Plus so you can stream your favorite movies and shows. The family and dining areas are spacious and cozy. We are located on the river, across from the Seaport and very near the famous drawbridge. Guest Access: Guests have access to the entire cottage. Guests also have access to a great outside garden area with umbrellas, tables, chairs, BBQ grill, and amazing River views. We also have bikes and Kayaks that are available to guests as well. The cottage is behind the main house, which is also available. It is, however, completely separate with its own full kitchen, washer dryer, and entrance. There is also ample parking. Guests have access to the entire cottage, and the BBQ grill and outside furniture located in back yard. 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. We are on the Mystic River and quite kayak friendly. The cottage is very near the drawbridge and a very short stroll to downtown. The famed Mystic Seaport area is about 0.5 mile away and clearly visible from the cottage. Then 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. The Amtrak station is about one mile away. You can walk to almost everything in the area. Uber is available as well. This is a renovated historic cottage. There are some areas where ceiling height is low. The ceiling by the bed is low. Also, to adjust temperature (heating and cooling), go by “how you feel,” not what the thermostat setting is. The most important House Rule is, to respect our neighbors. Mystic is a quaint, coastal New England community. As hosts, and guests, we all share in the responsibility to keep Mystic a wonderful place to visit, and LIVE. Please honor all noise ordinances. Be the guest YOU would want staying in a vacation rental located near YOUR home.