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Historic Seaside Captain’s House in Downtown Mystic

Waterfront villa with kitchen and balcony

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Bedroom 1: The Captain`s Cabin. Master BR with Full BA 1 attached.
Looking across the water at Mystic Seaport
Nautical theme, restored antiques.
Historic photograph of property dating back to the late 1800`s.
Sunny, warm, and by the Sea.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7130 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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  • Place, Mystic Downtown Marina
  • Place, Mystic Seaport - The Museum of America and the Sea
  • Place, Mystic Seaport
  • Airport, New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London)

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Historic Seaside Captain’s House in Downtown Mystic

Step into history at The Captain’s House & School House, a 4-bedroom, 3-bath waterfront home on the Mystic River. Built in 1818 by Captain George Wolfe, this restored property honors its maritime roots with elegant décor and modern comfort. The Captain’s House features 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, and a gourmet kitchen, while the attached School House Cottage offers a separate 1-bedroom suite with kitchen and family room. Relax on two riverfront patios with views of the Mystic Drawbridge and Seaport Shipyard, or stroll two blocks to Downtown Mystic for dining and shopping. Ideal for families, groups, or anyone seeking an authentic New England waterfront escape.

Step inside The Captain’s House, a lovingly restored 3-bedroom, 2-bath riverfront retreat built in 1818 by Captain George Wolfe. Overlooking the Mystic River and the Historic Seaport Shipyard, this timeless New England home blends nautical history with modern comfort. Enjoy elegant coastal décor, original wood details, and a bright kitchen perfect for cooking family meals.

From the furnished patio, watch boats pass beneath the Mystic Drawbridge or sip coffee as the Seaport’s tall ships come into view. Inside, spacious living and dining areas make it ideal for families or groups seeking classic New England charm and riverfront serenity—just a short walk to Downtown Mystic.

Guests enjoy full, private access to The Captain’s House, including:

All three bedrooms and two full bathrooms

A fully equipped kitchen and open living areas

A furnished patio with BBQ grill and outdoor dining area overlooking the Mystic River

Private parking for up to two vehicles

You’ll share the property grounds with the attached School House Cottage, which has its own private entrance. All outdoor spaces are thoughtfully separated for comfort and privacy.
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.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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.
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

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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 villa is on the waterfront. Mystic Seaport and New London Ferry Dock are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration and Ocean Beach Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Mohegan Sun Arena or Waterford Speedbowl.
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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 Historic Seaside Captain’s House in Downtown Mystic pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Historic Seaside Captain’s House in Downtown Mystic?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Seaside Captain’s House in Downtown Mystic?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Historic Seaside Captain’s House in Downtown Mystic located?

Situated on the waterfront, this villa 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.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family home! Fully stocked and easy to stay in. Loved watching the drawbridge from the window. Close to everything and everywhere. Terrific management team! Can't wait to go back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jocelyn P.

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

Wonderful stay

Beautiful home near restaurants and shops. Close by to other attractions.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle L.

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

Great stay!

The house was very cute and the location was perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anne M.

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

Two Nights Not Enough!

I wish I could have stayed longer. Just in town for business and found this charming and comfortable seaside home. Everything I needed and just a short walk to restaurants and shopping. Lovely first floor queen bedroom with attached full bath. This is a water view, historic home with New England charm. I hope to return some day!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justine B.

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

Amazing!!

First, what a great location to everything. But most importantly what a great house! Came here for my bestie's 40th and she absolutely loves old houses. The house alone made her birthday. Then the host is absolutely amazing! Thank you so much for letting us stay, Gerard! We will definitely book this house any time we come to Mystic.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanne P.

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

Wonderful getaway

Loved this sweet cozy house in the middle of town! Couldn’t ask for a better location, just steps from the village! Beautiful well appointed house with absolutely everything you need to be comfortable. Wonderful host and communication. Would definitely come back for a longer stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

LuAnn O.

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

Beautiful and so much fun!

We had a great family reunion for my sisters and I. So much to do, the cittage is beautiful and so well cared for. All kinds of amenities and Gerard couldnt have been more helpful and responsive. Already talking about making this our annual get together!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten W.

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

Perfect location in Mystic

This house is lovely, with a beautiful well appointed kitchen and amazing historical charm. It had everything we needed for our stay and the location could not be better. We will definitely be returning!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian H.

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

INCREDIBLE as usual

This is the third time we have stayed here and it continues to be the best place to stay in Mystic. Its location to all the shops as well as the attractions is perfect. The view right on the water is nice and relaxing and just what a family needs to recharge from the craziness of life!! Gerard could not have been any more perfect. Thank you so much for an incredible stay.!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew N.

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

Great Location

We had a great time in Mystic to celebrate my brother getting married. You can't beat the location, minutes walk from downtown. Very nice historic home, exceeded everyone's expectations.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chad M., Zionsville

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

Great Mystic Location

Fantastic location to the shops and restaurants of Mystic. Home is spacious and well appointed, not to mention charming old New England feel. Owner went out of his way to make sure we checked in and had no problems.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

christine h.

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

Great House

A group of friends rented this home to celebrate our 75th birthdays. The listing accurately portrays this property which is tastefully furnished in early American deco and has a well appointed kitchen and baths. Our two favorite things were the table and and lawn chairs facing the Mystic River and the proximity to town, restaurants and shopping. We would definitely rent this home again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan E.

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

Perfect Location

Not only perfect location, but perfect in every way. Second time at this location, but once again it checks all the boxes. Gerard was always available for questions, not that we had many as the house was fully equipped to suit all our needs and instruction manual was precise. Large rooms ,pristine environment with beautiful kitchen, fully stocked . We were fortunate to have amazing weather so the beautiful outdoor seating area provided many afternoons enjoying the sunshine and views of the water. The close proximity to most shops and restaurants left us doing little driving. Looking forward to our return visit
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eileen D.

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

Amazing Location!

The Captain's House was truly perfect for our recent stay in Mystic! We've been vacationing here for years and this was by far the best location! From top to bottom, the house was extremely clean, had the coziest charm and everything we needed for a relaxing week. Gerard was so thoughtful, checking in periodically to make sure everything was going well. The kitchen was perfectly equipped with coffee & other items and the dining room was lovely if you like to eat-in. The outdoor patio space had gorgeous views of the river and the proximity to Main street was really convenient for walking to restaurants and shops. We stayed a week but it felt like a month given how we felt so at home and comfortable in this house.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda K.

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

Mystic Charm

Perfect location for a stay in Mystic. Great water views for relaxing on the inviting outdoor patios. And with traffic and parking at a premium you can walk most everywhere. This historic home welcomes you with a pleasant surprise that steps you into another era when you arrive. Thoughtfully restored. Use caution with the restored original floorboards but they add to the charm. Periodic decor yet all the modern conveniences. Spotlessly clean. Owner is easy to reach and quick to respond to any questions. Thanks Gerard. Had a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

j T.

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

Memorable

If you are planning a family trip that includes walking to the center to visit the quaint shops, a sunrise kayak experience in the Mystic river, a glass of wine with family and friends overlooking the fabulous sunset over the Mystic river, then this place is for you. Gerard could not have been a more gracious host. He was very pleasant and very quick to respond to all of our needs. We had a group of 7 adults so planned to cook many of our meals. The kitchen had all of the essentials and was very well stocked and the Weber grill was fabulous. Must sees while in Mystic: the Mystic Aquarium ( particularly the Beluga whales), Jonathan Edwards Winery in No. Stonington, Stonington Farmers Market The Velvet Mill, all fabulous take ins. As the Matriarch of the family, I heard quite a few times during the trip "this is awesome" and this was completely due to the location and this fabulous house. We will definitely consider staying here again. Thank you for making the experience so incredibly memorable.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Buzz S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful old architecture and so close to everything. What a pleasure. Gerard is awesome.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gerard always provides a great experience! Have stayed several times and will continue to stay here! Best place to stay in Mystic!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave Cassie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was absolutely beautiful. Cozy and the location was out of this world. Being able to just walk to the shops and restaurants was wonderful. We would stay there again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an excellent stay at the Captain’s House. It was comfortable, well-appointed and exceptionally clean. We loved sitting on the patio and enjoyed our view of the Mystic River. It was great to walk easily to nearby restaurants and cafes. Gerard was an attentive and helpful hist. I highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean M.

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

A wonderful repeat stay!

We love staying here and have already booked it for next year. We are a five minute walk to restaurants and ice cream … critical when the temperature was in the 90’s! The house itself stayed cool and comfortable. Favorite food sites:S&P Oyster Bar Sift bakeryMix … upstairs from SiftDog Watch Cafe in Stonington
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

JOYCE C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location and great communication with Gerard.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan E.

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

Perfect Mystic location

This is my third day at this property, and as always am delighted with my stay. Gerard was in constant communication and had answers to all my questions and needs, although they were few as everything was so well explained upon check-in. This property is impeccably maintained, Beautifully decorated, and has every modern convenience you would need for your stay in beautiful Mystic.You have beautiful views of the water, and almost everything is within walking distance.I look forward to my next visit
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne D.

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

Lovely home in close proximity to shops and restaurants. Close to sites.

Would love to come back to this lovely home. Nearby are great restaurants and shops. Comfortable beds.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel C.

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

Gem right in the heart of downtown Mystic

This house is absolutely perfect for your stay in Mystic! Steps from all the shops and restaurants and the decor fits this little seaport town perfectly. Owners were so nice and communication was top notch! Very clean and all amenities included!! Highly recommended and hope to stay again soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

About the host

Hosted by Gerard from Great Gull Island Properties

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We are a boutique, family-owned property investment and management group specializing in co-working spaces, vacation rentals, and academic accommodations. Our passion lies in curating unique spaces that foster creativity, comfort, and community, delivering exceptional experiences for every guest.

Why they chose this property

We’ve always been enchanted by Mystic – the quintessential historic coastal town of New England. Our properties are nestled on peaceful streets, just a short stroll from the iconic Downtown Mystic Drawbridge and the renowned Mystic Seaport. Enjoy the charm of boutique shops, waterfront dining, and maritime history right at your doorstep. Plus, Mystic Aquarium and the region’s picturesque vineyards are just a quick drive away, making it the perfect destination for relaxation and exploration.

What makes this property unique

The History! The Views! The short walk to Downtown!

Languages:

English, Spanish, Chinese (Mandarin)

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