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 Access
Guests 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.