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The School House Cottage, 1BR Mystic Riverfront Stay, Walk to Downtown

Waterfront cottage with kitchen and balcony

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Interior
Outdoor dining
TV
TV
1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot
A short walk from Mystic Seaport, The School House Cottage, 1BR Mystic Riverfront Stay, Walk to Downtown provides a garden, laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 460 sq m

Popular amenities

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

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The School House Cottage, 1BR Mystic Riverfront Stay, Walk to Downtown

Once a one-room schoolhouse relocated here in 1857, the School House Cottage is now a charming 1-bedroom, 1-bath retreat overlooking the Mystic River. Featuring its own private entrance, kitchen, and family room, this cozy attached cottage offers privacy with the perfect dose of history.

Wake up to river breezes, enjoy breakfast with a view of the Mystic Drawbridge, and watch wooden ships being restored at the Seaport Shipyard across the water. Thoughtfully furnished in coastal hues and natural textures, this space captures the warmth and authenticity of historic Mystic living—just two blocks from Downtown Mystic.

Guests have private access to the entire School House Cottage, including:

A full kitchen and cozy living room

One bedroom with queen bed and one full bathroom

Private patio with BBQ and outdoor dining area overlooking the Mystic River

Designated parking space on the property

Although attached to the Captain’s House, the Cottage has its own entrance and separate outdoor area for a peaceful and private stay.

Please note: This is an historic property. Stairs are steep and ceilings are low on 2nd floor.
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

  • 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
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

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

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Kayak

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)
  • First aid kit
  • 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

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

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
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

Property is also known as

153461

About the area

Map
Groton, CT

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 The School House Cottage, 1BR Mystic Riverfront Stay, Walk to Downtown pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at The School House Cottage, 1BR Mystic Riverfront Stay, Walk to Downtown?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The School House Cottage, 1BR Mystic Riverfront Stay, Walk to Downtown?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The School House Cottage, 1BR Mystic Riverfront Stay, Walk to Downtown located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage 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.

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Reviews

The School House Cottage, 1BR Mystic Riverfront Stay, Walk to Downtown Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Location

10

Eco-friendliness

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

frank c.

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

10/10 Excellent

Rachel T.

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

10/10 Excellent

Seth J.

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

10/10 Excellent

Richard M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice unit just as advertised. Location was excellent for access to the numerous restaurants and shops downtown, an easy 2 minute walk and you are in the “middle of it all”. The private off street parking was a huge advantage. Once we arrived we had no need to use our vehicle until we departed.Will definitely stay here again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David V.

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

10/10 Excellent

Stacy M.

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

8/10 Good

Susan S.

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

10/10 Excellent

Melissa S.

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

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

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

difficult for older guests

Stay was very nice as it always is in Mystic. Home was ideally located, clean, and well stocked. My wife and I are both in our 70's. Stairs to second floor bedroom , bathroom were steep and difficult to climb. Second Floor ceilings were extremely low and we bumped our heads a number of times.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marissa B.

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

Great stay

Great!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gil F.

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

10/10 Excellent

Glenn E.

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

Great

Parking CleanConvenientFriendlyYou can not ask for more then that.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer K.

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

10/10 Excellent

Karen

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

10/10 Excellent

Peta W.

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

School house

Lovely place and historic town
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine M.

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

10/10 Excellent

Rachael M.

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

10/10 Excellent

Ricardo C.

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

10/10 Excellent

Lori D.

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

10/10 Excellent

Patrick M.

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

10/10 Excellent

Susan E.

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

10/10 Excellent

Connnie T.

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

10/10 Excellent

Ruth L.

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

10/10 Excellent

Michael N.

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

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl A.

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