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Close to Mystic Downtown Marina, Historic Waterfront School House provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4646 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Historic Waterfront School House

  • Escape to a historic 1857 schoolhouse cottage on the Mystic River. This unique 1-bed, 1-bath waterfront retreat is perfect for couples or solo travelers. Enjoy stunning views of the Mystic Drawbridge and Seaport from your private patio. Just a 2-block walk to historic Downtown Mystic, this charming space combines authentic history with modern comfort for an unforgettable stay. We are pet friendly and have a Pack n Play and High Chair.

    The Space
    Step back in time at this thoughtfully relocated and transformed 1857 schoolhouse, now a peaceful 1-bedroom, 1-bath cottage on the Mystic River. Perfect for couples or solo travelers, this retreat combines authentic historic charm with modern comforts for a truly unique waterfront stay.

    The cottage features:
    * A cozy family room with a 55-inch HDTV with streaming services.
    * A dedicated workspace for any remote work needs.
    * A fully equipped kitchen to prepare your meals.
    * A comfortable bedroom with a queen-sized bed.
    * Coastal-inspired decor with natural textures that capture the warm, authentic spirit of Mystic living.

    Wake up to gentle river breezes and enjoy your morning coffee with stunning views of the Mystic Drawbridge. From your patio, you can watch as historic wooden ships are restored at the Seaport Shipyard just across the water.

    Access
    Guests will have completely private access to the entire School House Cottage. Although attached to the main Captain’s House, the cottage has its own separate entrance, ensuring a peaceful and private experience.

    Your private access includes:
    * The entire cottage, including a full kitchen, cozy living room, one bedroom, and one full bathroom.
    * An in-unit washer and dryer for your convenience.
    * A private patio with a BBQ grill and outdoor dining area overlooking the river.
    * One designated parking space on the property.
    * Complimentary use of provided bikes and a kayak to explore the area.

    Please note that while you have your own private patio, the larger backyard area is a shared space.

    Details to Note
    Please be aware of the unique characteristics of this genuine historic property, which are a key part of its charm:
    * This is an attached cottage, part of a larger historic home.
    * The stairs leading to the second-floor bedroom are steep, which may not be suitable for guests with mobility issues.
    * The ceilings in the upstairs bedroom are low, in keeping with the original 1857 schoolhouse design.
    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

  • Car not required
  • 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
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

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

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)
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

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
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Located on the waterfront, this cottage is in Mystic River Historic District, a neighbourhood in Mystic. Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration and Mystic Arts Center are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Olde Mistick Village and Tanger Outlet Foxwoods. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Mohegan Sun Arena or Waterford Speedbowl. Visit our Mystic travel guide
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What's nearby

  • A drawbridge over Mystic River, a white building labeled 'Mystic River Inn', and a sign indicating the bridge's clearance height.
    Mystic River Bascule Bridge
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • A sign for Mystic Seaport, the Museum of America and the Sea, with a stone wall and a wooden fence.
    Mystic Seaport - The Museum of America and the Sea
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Mystic Arts Center
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Mystic Downtown Marina
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Charles W. Morgan at Mystic Seaport
    16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Mystic Pizza
    3 min walk
  • McDonald's
    3 min drive
  • Sift Bake Shop
    3 min walk
  • Mystic Drawbridge Ice Cream
    2 min walk
  • Red 36
    9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Waterfront School House pet-friendly?

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

How much is parking at Historic Waterfront School House?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Historic Waterfront School House?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Waterfront School House?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Historic Waterfront School House located?

Located in Mystic River Historic District, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Mystic River Bascule Bridge and Mystic Downtown Marina. Mystic Arts Center and Mystic Seaport - The Museum of America and the Sea are also within 15 minutes. Mystic Station is 12 minutes by foot.

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Historic Waterfront School House Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 48 out of 52 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 52 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 52 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 52 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 52 reviews

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Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was very welcoming and accommodating. The house was perfect and the view was beautiful. Loved everything!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay!

We had an amazing time staying here while in town for concerts at Mohegan sun. Amazing location perfect for shopping on the main strip, great food within walking distance, and the property owner was perfectly communicative. Would love to stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Unbeatable location!

This house was charming and the location right on the Mystic River steps away from Main Street is amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Time

Great location and our host was attentive from day 1. House was charming and clean. Hope to stay there in warmer weather some day.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great View

Cozy and clean property with a great location and view.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful experience

This is a very nice place to stay. Its location is a perfect walking distance to so many places. The owner is very helpful and kind.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was an excellent stay in Mystic. The host was always on point, and the property was very well cared for, and perfectly located. My only observation is the ceiling height in the bedroom. While I understand that this are very old buildings that have been meticulously refurbished, I would suggest letting potential renters know about this issue. I am 6ft, and even my 5,5ft girlfriend hit our heads a few times against the ceiling. We just laughed and enjoyed our stay, but for some people this may not be what they want. However I still give this property and excellent review because of the attemptiveness of the host, the location, and the cute inner decor.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location could not be beat. We parked the car and walked everywhere.The view of the river with the glimmering lights of Mystic was beautiful. The snowfall completed the look of a winter wonderland.Gerard, our host, was always available to answer questions.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Exceeded expectations

We had a great week. Loved the schoolhouse theme throughout as did our granddaughter on her visit. Nice short walk to downtown and great views of the river. We’re looking forward to our next visit in August!
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect stay in Mystic!

An incredible place to stay! My wife, 2 kids (2 and 1), and dog stayed in the “School House” and it was the perfect space to relax and enjoy. Gerard was extremely accommodating and great at communicating, the house was clean and stocked with anything we might need (pack and play, high chair, baby gate, etc), and the location can’t be beat (just steps away from downtown). We will definitely recommend this place to friends/family, as well as stay again in the future
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great spot

Adorable little apartment right in the center of town. We were able to bring our dogs which was great. Check in and check out were simple. Kitchen was well-stocked for cooking so we enjoyed meals in and out. Would return in the future!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

MYSTIC PEACE

Quaint 1BR accommodations with nice yard for our puppy to run around in on his leash. ! minute to Main St. super convenient!! All the modern conveniences. Enjoyable time!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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

Heart of Mystic

Whether you are a pizza movie fan or a pizza lover, Mystic is enchanting. This house is walking distance of everything Mystic has to offer. Extremely charming and, without a doubt, the cleanest house we have ever stayed. Definitely worth a visit.
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Location, Location, Location

Booked the 1 Bedroom Schoolhouse because it was just me and my Fiancee this trip. So cute and incredibly clean and appointed. Centrally located to enjoy all the shops and restaurants and across the water you can see the Mystic Seaport Museum. The Owner, Gerard, is a great communicator and more importantly a really nice guy. I have had the pleasure of staying at 2 other Great Gull Island properties for family gatherings and they are all great!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Mystic getaway

We stayed in Mystic the first three days in May. Restored schoolhouse was charming, right on the water and only steps from shopping and restaurants. We walked everywhere. Host was very easy to reach and responsive to our questions and needs. We really did feel like we were back in school in this quaint place!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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

Cute house, perfect location!

Loved the historic aspects of the house, combined with the school theme. We appreciated the opportunity to travel with our two dogs. The house is conveniently located less than a block from Main St and the neighborhood was great for a scenic walks. Everything was very clean and there were many conveniences in the house to make you feel at home. Gerardchecked in frequently to make sure everything was going well and nothing was needed. Great communication and smooth check-in/check out process.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect in every way

This property was probably one of the nicest I have ever stayed in Mystic. Some rentals are just that, rentals, but this truly felt like a home in every way. It was impeccably, clean and decorated, and no detail was spared. Communication with the agent was seamless, and was able to arrange for early check-in. Highly recommend this place and will definitely come back. Walking distance to just about everywhere in downtown Mystic.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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

Quick getaway

We took a short trip to Mystic with our 2 grandchildren. We all loved the charm of the property…a19th century schoolhouse, beautifully renovated and updated, yet keeping with some original features. The proximity to the downtown area was perfect. We were able to walk everywhere. The host, Gerard, was a dream to communicate with, checking in with us several times. It was a perfect rental!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great location

All was pretty good. Beautiful kitchen, lots of dishes, utensils, everything you need. Only things of issue - VERY steel stairs with bathroom upstairs. Bed was a bit saggy - rolled to the middle. They came and flipped the topper which was helpful. Gerald stayed in touch very well!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

5 Stars--restored historic schoolhouse

My sister and I stayed at the schoolhouse for four nights, and there was ample space for the two of us. The house was extremely well cared for and clean, the kitchen was nicely stocked with everything we needed, and the bed was very comfortable. The house is within walking distance to many shops, restaurants, and Mystic Seaport Village. Gerard, the host, was very responsive to my questions and very helpful. We had a wonderful time in Mystic. and a large part of our happiness is due to the great communication with the host and the overall condition of the property. I highly recommend staying at this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I have been to Mystic many times before, but never have I stayed quite literally in the center of town. The location is absolutely perfect. All of our favorite shops and restaurants were so close. This was particularly convenient for traveling with our twin 1 year olds, as in the mornings we could stroll around and go back and forth to the house at any time. The house itself is indeed charming. The school decor is adorable, and all of the things you’d need (appliances, utensils etc) are available. We took full advantage of the outdoor space as the view of the river is incredible. Although Main Street is just steps away, you still feel a nice sense of privacy. Gerard was the icing on the cake. He was extremely responsive and caring making sure our family was comfortable and had what we needed. A great stay overall, we were extremely happy!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This house was an 11/10...absolutely amazing!! We had very high hopes, and they were even surpassed! From the moment the booking was made Gerard was extremely helpful and accommodating with clear and friendly communication. The house was perfect, with everything that you could possibly need. The property is right in town and everywhere that we went was within easy walking distance. We stayed for 3 nights in January, and used the bikes provided at the house for a gorgeous ride around the Mystic River. The house was extremely clean and everything was very well maintained. The kitchen was fully stocked with pots/pans/appliances allowing us to cook some meals at home. We walked into town for dinner at the Port of Call and had one of the best dinners we have ever had, and then scored some delicious coffee and pastries the next morning at Sift (also within walking distance). There is plenty to do in town and in the surrounding area even in the winter! Can't recommend this spot enough, we had such a lovely getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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

A picturesque mini-moon

My partner and I had an amazing post-wedding trip in Mystic. The property's location is it's biggest draw - right in the heart of the downtown area within easy walking distance of shopping, restaurants, and the water. No need to worry about street parking as you have your own parking area. Cottage is cozy and clean without onerous checkout instructions, though be mindful of the low ceilings around the upstairs bed. Property manager was kind and communicative throughout the stay as needed. We had an incredible stay and would be more than happy to spend some time at this site again. Thank you! Note: Listing states there is a hot tub, though none on premises. Property manager is aware and states it is a problem affecting multiple listings and he is attempting to fix the listing. Did not affect the quality of our stay in any way, but may be useful for future interested guests to be aware in case it is still listed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at this beautiful and immaculate home right on the majestic Mystic River! Our host was very communicative and kind. What a perfect location - walking distance to the fun restaurants, bars and shopping! Can’t wait to return!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026