Family-friendly vacation rentals in Mystic River

Beautiful home near historic downtown Mystic.

Welcome to our weekend home, located in a quiet Mystic residential neighborhood. It's the perfect base for enjoying everything the Connecticut Shore has to offer. It's only a 5 minute drive to downtown Mystic, 15 minutes to Stonington, and 25 minutes to the casinos and RI beaches. Minutes away is Noank, where you get some of the best lobster. Drive a little further and enjoy the Connecticut River towns of Essex, Chester, and East Haddam. A great place to make memories with family and friends.

Mystic Cottage Retreat, near downtown

This recently renovated cottage is at the top of a quiet lane with a sweeping meadow view. Single level. Two bedrooms sleep four (queen and two twin beds); new, well-equipped kitchen and one bath, open living area, deck and patio. Light and spacious. Working fireplace, central A/C; W/D; expanded cable TV and wifi; off street parking for two cars. Market/deli nearby; pleasing walk (less than a mile from center of Mystic)- restaurants, shops, marinas, etc. Near Amtrak station. Great retreat!

1 Bedroom Suite in the Heart of Mystic

Discover the charm of downtown Mystic at our newly renovated 1 bedroom cellar suite! With a private entrance and dedicated parking spot, you'll have easy access to the best of Mystic, just a two minute walk away. Enjoy the convenience of being walking distance to some of Connecticut's top restaurants, bakeries, and bars. Take in the stunning views of the Mystic Seaport and historic bridge from your private waterfront seating area. Stay in the heart of all the action, and book your stay now!

Water Forest Retreat -Octagon

Water Forest retreat is a very private 122ft.² electrified and heated cedar octagon next to a brook on 56 acres of forest with a pond, waterfall, marsh and hiking trails. Cozy up in this quiet comfortable space while listening to Goldmine brook while you sleep. Fire pit, heated outhouse with composting toilet, outdoor dining area, brook, pond and trail head are just steps away. We also have a TREE HOUSE and HIKER’S HAVEN house by the brook. Please click on our profile picture to read more.

Steps from downtown & Seaport

Stay in downtown Mystic, footsteps from all the restaurants, shops & sights! Leave the cars behind in our 3 car driveway. Relax in the open great room 1st floor with a large couch, 65” HD Smart TV! Full kitchen and dining area seating. Laundry on 1st with 1/2 bath and full sleeper sofa. 2nd FL has 1800's charm with cathedral ceilings, 2 Queen bedrooms, and bath w/shower - Linens provided. Step outside to a private fenced in yard w/BBQ grill, w/ outdoor seating and dining or play cornhole

Mystic Pearl, Charming 4 Bedroom, Downtown Mystic

DOWNTOWN LOCATION! Located just a few blocks from the Mystic river & drawbridge, this charming home is nestled in one of New England's popular waterside destinations. Enjoy short walking distance to the train station (Amtrak), downtown shops, and many awesome restaurants and bars - leave your car behind! Enjoy paddle boarding, kayaking, sailing and boating. Just down the road from the Mystic Seaport, Olde Mistick Village and the Mystic Aquarium. Includes private parking for two cars.

Big Family 2BR, Central Mystic w/ parking - 6A

Amazingly located in Central Historic Mystic, a beautifully renovated two-bedroom apartment! A private and quiet street, free parking, and stocked with amenities! Park your car and never use it! - 5 minute walk to Main Street (mystic pizza, the famous drawbridge, many activities and restaurants) - 7 minute walk to the Seaport Museum! Or drive to nearby attractions! - 3 min to beach - 5 min to Mystic Aquarium - 15 min to Mohegan Sun and Foxwood Casinos

Waterfront Retreat on the Mystic River

This kayakers paradise is a waterfront home secluded on 2.5 wooded acres along the Mystic River. Views of the water, tidal marsh, woods, and wildlife are constantly changing. Owned by two designers, this home’s modern aesthetic has interesting art, objects, furniture, lighting & textiles. Dine & relax on the porch, paddle kayaks on the river, walk on the scenic road into downtown Mystic, or visit nearby beaches and family destinations.

Gorgeous Waterfront Getaway

Perfect getaway from the city for couples wanting peace and tranquility and stunning views. A beautiful waterfront one bedroom guesthouse, one and one-half miles from downtown Mystic CT. Beautifully decorated with art and antiques. Kitchenette, full bath and loft bedroom. Queen bed. Air conditioning and heated. Belgian linen bedding! Private patio. Dock. Kayak/Canoe rentals close by. Internet.

Mystic for Two

Cozy couples getaway is just a 90-second walk to Downtown Mystic’s 80 independently-owned shops & restaurants & the Mystic River, Mystic River Park, & our famous bascule bridge. We’re a 7-minute walk to Mystic Seaport Museum and a 5-minute drive to Mystic Aquarium and Olde Mystic Village. A 4-minute walk from the Mystic Amtrak station for easy access from New York, Boston, Providence, and more...

The School House | Mystic River Cottage

Once a local schoolhouse relocated in 1857, this 1-bedroom, 1-bath cottage now offers a peaceful retreat on the Mystic River. Enjoy a private entrance, full kitchen, cozy family room, and patio with stunning river and drawbridge views. Perfect for couples or solo travelers seeking historic charm and waterfront tranquility, just a short walk from Downtown Mystic and the Seaport.

True Artist Loft, 5 minutes to downtown Mystic

A Historic Artist’s Retreat Near Downtown Mystic Lovingly known as The Dacha for nearly 80 years, this one-of-a-kind gem was built in 1945 as a studio for the artist who once called the property home. Fully insulated for cozy winter stays, the unique structure is tucked away on a peaceful piece of land, just five minutes from downtown Mystic.