Historic Waterfront School House

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A patio area with wicker furniture, a large tree, and a view of a waterfront and buildings in the background.
A kitchen with a wooden table, red cushions, a green apple, and a basket with a card.
A two-story house with a front porch, a brick foundation, and a well-maintained lawn with rocks and shrubs.
A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, white cabinetry, and a window with a view of greenery.
A living room with a brown leather sofa, a wooden coffee table with a floral vase, a blue armchair, and a wooden side table.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • At the centre of it all
    Stay in a top rated central location, steps from the best attractions, dining, and entertainment.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Mystic Downtown Marina

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Groton, CT
  • Place, Mystic Arts Center
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Mystic River Bascule Bridge
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Mystic Downtown Marina
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Common Spaces

1 Double Sofa Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

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About the area

Mystic

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.
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Map
Groton, CT

What's nearby

  • Mystic Arts Center - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Mystic River Bascule Bridge - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Mystic Downtown Marina - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Mystic Seaport - The Museum of America and the Sea - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Charles W. Morgan at Mystic Seaport - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

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.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 54 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 54 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 54 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 54 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 54 reviews

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

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I’ve stayed at this property many times and always leave feeling the same way, perfect location and is like a home away from home. Communication with the host is seamless, always checking in to see how things were going.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing location and very clean property. Host was very responsive and helpful with local recommendations.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property is conveniently located to downtown mystic. Host very responsive and helpful. Just the right for the two of us and pups. Thxs for the great stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the location of this property and how well it’s maintained. Our host was very attentive throughout our stay. We are looking forward to booking another stay at this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A great vacation stay

We love the property, its location, and we had a great time and perfect weather.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location, location, location!! Awesome to wake up at this location, great to walk the dog along the Mystic River, with a slight mist floating above it. Restaurants & cafes are just a few steps away. Clean comfortable space & host was very easy to communicate with. Would definitely recommend!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, pet-friendly, clean and thoughtfuk management.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

Great!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place great location

Great property for small family and unbeatable location close to downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time. The house was clean and as advertised. It is very comfortable and well stocked. Great location to visit Mystic. Easy walk to town, restaurants and seaport museum. The outside seating area is very nice as well but the weather was a bit cool when we visited.Upstairs ceiling is low so may not be a good fit for tall people!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location! Clean, adorable house
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 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
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
The family and I (dog and wife) truly loved our stay here. Gerard was very attentive to all our needs and would not hesitate staying again. Perfect weather unbelievable location to enjoy everything the area has to offer. Don’t hesitate book a trip at this property!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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

School house

Lovely place and historic town
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Historic Waterfront School HouseWe’re so happy that we stayed at the Historic Waterfront School House. Perfect for a couple’s getaway. Not too big, not too small, just right. Parking is just behind the unit. But one of the best things is the side patio with prime view of The Mystic Bridge going up and down. Seriously one of the closest homes to downtown. Only three doors down the street to Main Street where all the shopping and restaurants are. A two block walk to Mystic Pizza. You can be back at the School house with a hot pie! I was very impressed how Great Gull Island Properties handle everything during our stay. It was so nice that they didn’t require us to strip the beds or do many of the things others require. They just asked us to leave the home tidy and start the dishwasher. Thank you Great Gull Island Properties for treating us as Guests. I look forward to staying at your properties again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
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

4/10 Poor

Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Great location. Stairs into the cottage are questio
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 November 2025
We are sorry you found the stairs troubling Dorothy. We have clearly stated in the listing, this is a restored 19th century school house. We also very clearly stated the stairs are steep. Yet you booked and complain the stairs are steep.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Had a wonderful time. The house is so close to anything you need. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

GORGEOUS

Such a sweet little cottage in a perfect location. Very clean, including linens and towels, perfect for a cute getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect location

The house was immaculate and right off Main St. Very comfortable bed. We didn't use the kitchen but it seemed to have all the necessities. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
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