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A Family Heirloom - Historic 1839 Downtown Mystic Home

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Built in 1839, the home is located within the Mystic Bridge Historical District
Vintage photos line the entryway.
Guests can relax in the living room and watch their favorite shows or dvds.
Our home features a pull out sofa and recliner chair
Historic charm throughout the home

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Stonington, CT
  • Mystic Downtown Marina
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Mystic Seaport
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Living room

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

A Family Heirloom - Historic 1839 Downtown Mystic Home

This historic single family home has been in our family for over 100 years. You will be steps from the mystic river, downtown shopping and restaurants. It has been rejuvenated and given fresh paint, new furniture and charming decor.

The home is located on a quiet side street a minute's walk from the best restaurants and attractions in town. It comes with a queen bed, queen sized sleeper sofa, washer, dryer, walk-in closet, full bath, full kitchen, dining area and back deck with a yard and garden. Guests with small children will find a pack-n-play, toys, cups, plates, and utensils all suitable for little hands.

Our house is located around the corner from the Engine Room restaurant, Anthony J's, and the Mystic River drawbridge. The famous Mystic Pizza is less than a 10 minute walk from the house with wonderful trinket shops, clothing stores, a playground and other cafe's/restaurants lining the way.

Guests will be invited to stay on the first floor. The second floor is unoccupied but off limits to guests.

Property manager

Lynsey Malone
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Mystic

Located in Mystic, this holiday home is in the city centre. Mystic Seaport and Foxwoods Resort Casino are cultural highlights, and some of the area's popular attractions include Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration and Ocean Beach Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Mystic Seaport - The Museum of America and the Sea, or check out an event or a game at Mohegan Sun Arena. Looking to get your feet wet? Power boating, sailing and fishing adventures can be found near the property.
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Stonington, CT

What's nearby

  • Mystic Seaport - The Museum of America and the Sea - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Mystic Downtown Marina - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Mystic Seaport - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Olde Mistick Village - 3 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Mystic Station - 8 min walk
  • New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mystic Pizza - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Sift Bake Shop - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Mystic Drawbridge Ice-Cream - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Engine Room - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Taquerio - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is A Family Heirloom - Historic 1839 Downtown Mystic Home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at A Family Heirloom - Historic 1839 Downtown Mystic Home?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A Family Heirloom - Historic 1839 Downtown Mystic Home?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A Family Heirloom - Historic 1839 Downtown Mystic Home located?

Located in the centre of Mystic, this family-friendly holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Mystic River Bascule Bridge and Mystic Seaport. Mystic Seaport - The Museum of America and the Sea and Mystic Arts Center are also within 10 minutes. Mystic Station is 8 minutes by foot.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 85 out of 88 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 88 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 88 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 88 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alison T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent choice
This historic home checks all the boxes: convenient location; comfortable furniture and bed; well thought-out decor that is stylish and enhances the home; efficient kitchen; parking; strong water pressure in the shower; homey vibe; full size washer & dryer; quiet neighborhood; did I say the location couldn't be better? Thank you, Lynsey!!!
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Michelle K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Location
Great location convenient to downtown Mystic and all it has to offer!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joyce L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Host was responsive and the location was great. We really appreciated the attention paid to the details. Having kids Tupperware available and toys made the stay enjoyable for us and our 1.5 year old toddler. Would recommend the place to any couples with a young kiddo in tow. Furniture placement was great with no sharp corners that a kid can fall on. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place!!
Loved this place! The location is amazing. It was so nice being able to walk downtown and to restaurants without the hassle of trying to find parking in Mystic. The place was very clean. Our 1 year old was very comfortable here and so were we. Host was great. Good communication and very understanding when we were a little delayed with our check out. Would defintiely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mystic Gem
Fantastic location. Walkable to many restaurants and shops. House was exactly as described, comfortable, clean and cozy. Property owner was fantastic to deal with, very communicative and helpful with restaurant selections and area attractions, even left complimentary drinks for our anniversary.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfection!
Perfect location for our family trip! The home is incredibly clean and comfortable. Lyndsey, the host, is very responsive and was sure to make us feel at home!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay, Great Location!
We loved our stay in Mystic! There was plenty of room for our family of four. The amenities provided at this stay were fantastic! We would definitely stay here again on our next trip to Mystic!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Mystic Base!
This property is in a perfect location to explore Mystic. Having a parking space, and being able to walk to most everything (shops, restaurants, the seaport museum), made the visit easy and enjoyable. The property was super clean and the host was very responsive. Good stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location!
This is a wonderful spot. House was lovely and perfect for us. Within walking distance to all the great Mystic things. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay in a great place
The apartment it’s very convenient to downtown, but in a very pretty and peaceful neighborhood. We found the house in perfect order, and very comfortable. There are all the basic kitchen necessities, although we ended up doing most of our cooking at daughter’s house in Noank. The owner provided clear directions and was always easy to reach. We had a great time and hope to return soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maureen O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Family Getaway!
This house is in a perfect location for visiting Mystic. The house is located on a quiet street within walking distance of downtown. The house has classic New England charm. The first level of the house is perfect for small children, the house is all one level with no lips/molding on the floor-great for a wobbly toddler. The house is simple and comfortable. We enjoyed blowing bubbles in thr backyard, and listening to the birds. There is AC in the bedroom, which worked well. The ceiling fans helped the rest of the house feel comfortable. There is a portable AC that we didn't use. This place is perfect for a small family. I highly recommend for any family wanting an easy getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Connie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet and relaxing
The place was quiet and relaxing and within walking distance to everything. Love how it was decorated and made you feel at home.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Madison V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming & comfortable weekend away
Lynsey’s spot is on a quiet block but close to all Mystic has to offer. We loved being able to walk into downtown Mystic for food and shopping. It was also an easy walk to the Seaport Museum. The house was comfortable, clean and well appointed. The instructions to access the house were clear, and it was nice that there was parking available. The linens/bedding was nice - not a huge thing for me usually but something I noticed and appreciated. The host left some complimentary cider for us to try which was a nice touch :) Would stay here again and recommend to others looking to spend time in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Harley F., Las Vegas

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location location location…
We had a great parents weekend at Conn. This is the place to stay if you want to walk to all the bars, retail stores and restaurants in Mystic. We’ll be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katherine G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wedding weekend
Thank you so much, the place was perfect. We walked everywhere. We were there for a family wedding and had a fabulous time. Thank you again. For your hospitality, we highly recommend your place.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Veronica B.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in
Anniversary/birthday
Great area nice place had trouble with front door lock getting in and out
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

fallon s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing House
Lovely house. So clean and cozy, walking distance to restaurants and shops. Lynsey was amazing and thought of everything. Really felt like a home away from home. The little touches made it feel special.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elle W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
Great stay. Location in Mystic is great…very close to restaurants and shopping! Host was very friendly, responsive, and accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

linda l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location location location
We moved from Connecticut a few years ago but were returning to Mystic for a wedding. We wanted to be among the wedding guests in downtown Mystic but did not want to drive and park each day. This charming home was just perfect for two of us. It is old and historic, but has all the modern conveniences needed for a home away from home. It is literally steps from restaurants, the drawbridge and the beauty of the Mystic River. We would stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elena R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Anniversary getaway
The apartment was very nice, clean and very well stocked. The owner is very quick to respond to our questions. Lynsey even left for us the complimentary wine and cider from local Tapped Apple winery. Both were very delicious!!! Overall, we had a great stay at this historic 1839 house.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christina R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect family vacation
This was our first vacation as a family of 3 and this was the perfect experience. My child is 18 months old and I love that the house was cozy, accommodating for a young child, and clean. You could not beat the location either as a lot of attractions, shopping, and restaurants were within walking distance and other attractions such as the aquarium were a quick drive. We had a comfortable and fun stay. The host was very communicative and welcoming. I would definitely recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danielle P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Look no further!
I have nothing but positive things to stay about my trip and experience at the property and with the host. Very responsive, easy to follow details, perfect space and incredible location in the heart of downtown with the abilityt to walk anywhere you needed. Highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Historic charm, perfect location
Our little family of four enjoyed a spring break weekend getaway at this lovely historic home. The location was perfect, we walked just about everywhere. The Engine Room and Lis’ Bakery were both great and right around the corner. The home was just big enough for us, and was clean, comfortable, welcoming, and stocked with all the essentials —as listed. Host was lovely as well. We had a great time!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terri B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location
We walked everywhere. Very comfortable and quiet too
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Loved the location. It was so easy to get around town from where we were. The house was very nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

About the host

Hosted by Lynsey Malone

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This home is owned by Lynsey (me), my twin sister Heather and our brother, Chris.

I live in eastern Connecticut with my husband Gregg and our two boys so we fully understand the need for a peaceful living space, especially on vacation! Heather and her husband, Troy, live in Arizona and Chris lives in Washington state.

We welcome families, couples needing a retreat or a small group of people looking for a getaway. Thank you for visiting!

Why they chose this property

This home has been passed down through several generations of our family. We grew up in the house and have many fond memories of riding our bikes around the neighborhood, visiting the Seaport and Aquarium, making forts in the dining room and spending family time together. It's our goal to provide you with a wonderful place to make your own memories!

Languages:

English

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