Historic Waterfront School House

Groton, Connecticut
$369 avg/night
Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 1

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

Home Cottage

Property Type

Sleep 4

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

Escape to a historic 1857 schoolhouse cottage on the Mystic River. This unique 1-bed, 1-bath waterfront retreat is perfect for couples or solo travelers. Enjoy stunning views of the Mystic Drawbridge and Seaport from your private patio. Just a 2-block walk to historic Downtown Mystic, this charming space combines authentic history with modern comfort for an unforgettable stay. We are pet friendly and have a Pack n Play and High Chair.

The Space
Step back in time at this thoughtfullyrelocated and transformed 1857 schoolhouse, now a peaceful 1-bedroom, 1-bath cottage on the Mystic River. Perfect for couples or solo travelers, this retreat combines authentic historic charm with modern comforts for a truly unique waterfront stay.

The cottage features:
* A cozy family room with a 55-inch HDTV with streaming services.
* A dedicated workspace for any remote work needs.
* A fully equipped kitchen to prepare your meals.
* A comfortable bedroom with a queen-sized bed.
* Coastal-inspired decor with natural textures that capture the warm, authentic spirit of Mystic living.

Wake up to gentle river breezes and enjoy your morning coffee with stunning views of the Mystic Drawbridge. From your patio, you can watch as historic wooden ships are restored at the Seaport Shipyard just across the water.

Access
Guests will have completely private access to the entire School House Cottage. Although attached to the main Captain’s House, the cottage has its own separate entrance, ensuring a peaceful and private experience.

Your private access includes:
* The entire cottage, including a full kitchen, cozy living room, one bedroom, and one full bathroom.
* An in-unit washer and dryer for your convenience.
* A private patio with a BBQ grill and outdoor dining area overlooking the river.
* One designated parking space on the property.
* Complimentary use of provided bikes and a kayak to explore the area.

Please note that while you have your own private patio, the larger backyard area is a shared space.

Details to Note
Please be aware of the unique characteristics of this genuine historic property, which are a key part of its charm:
* This is an attached cottage, part of a larger historic home.
* The stairs leading to the second-floor bedroom are steep, which may not be suitable for guests with mobility issues.
* The ceilings in the upstairs bedroom are low, in keeping with the original 1857 schoolhouse design.
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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  • Feature Features
  • Map Map
  • School District Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • PETS

    2 Total Pets Pet Friendly Service Animals Exempt From Fees Welcoming Cats And Dogs Only
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Fire Extinguisher Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    1 Bedroom Bed Sheets Provided Sofa Bed
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 646 Sq Ft (60 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Not Required Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    WiFi Available
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Garden
  • BATHROOMS

    1 Bathroom Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English Spanish
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    TV
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Highchair Travel Crib
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    On The Waterfront
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 4

Map Map

School District Availability

Review Review

  • Karen

    Submitted Mar 15, 2025

    Stayed Feb 21, 2025

    Had a wonderful time. The house is so close to anything you need. Highly recommend.

  • Fiona

    Submitted Jan 23, 2024

    Stayed Jan 14, 2024

    This house was an 11/10...absolutely amazing!! We had very high hopes, and they were even surpassed! From the moment the booking was made Gerard was extremely helpful and accommodating with clear and friendly communication. The house was perfect, with everything that you could possibly need. The property is right in town and everywhere that we went was within easy walking distance. We stayed for 3 nights in January, and used the bikes provided at the house for a gorgeous ride around the Mystic River. The house was extremely clean and everything was very well maintained. The kitchen was fully stocked with pots/pans/appliances allowing us to cook some meals at home. We walked into town for dinner at the Port of Call and had one of the best dinners we have ever had, and then scored some delicious coffee and pastries the next morning at Sift (also within walking distance). There is plenty to do in town and in the surrounding area even in the winter! Can't recommend this spot enough, we had such a lovely getaway!

  • Krista Z.

    Submitted Jan 1, 2026

    Stayed Dec 29, 2025

    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.

  • Cynthia N.

    Submitted Dec 29, 2025

    Stayed Dec 26, 2025

    The location could not be beat. We parked the car and walked everywhere.The view of the river with the glimmering lights of Mystic was beautiful. The snowfall completed the look of a winter wonderland.Gerard, our host, was always available to answer questions.

  • DAVID L.

    Submitted Dec 2, 2025

    Stayed Nov 30, 2025

    The host was very welcoming and accommodating. The house was perfect and the view was beautiful. Loved everything!

  • Cassandra C.

    Submitted Oct 3, 2025

    Stayed Sep 22, 2025

    I have been to Mystic many times before, but never have I stayed quite literally in the center of town. The location is absolutely perfect. All of our favorite shops and restaurants were so close. This was particularly convenient for traveling with our twin 1 year olds, as in the mornings we could stroll around and go back and forth to the house at any time. The house itself is indeed charming. The school decor is adorable, and all of the things you’d need (appliances, utensils etc) are available. We took full advantage of the outdoor space as the view of the river is incredible. Although Main Street is just steps away, you still feel a nice sense of privacy. Gerard was the icing on the cake. He was extremely responsive and caring making sure our family was comfortable and had what we needed. A great stay overall, we were extremely happy!

  • Stacy M.

    Submitted Sep 6, 2025

    Stayed Sep 1, 2025

    Great location, pet-friendly, clean and thoughtfuk management.

  • Dorothy V.

    Submitted Aug 13, 2025

    Stayed Jul 20, 2025

    Great location. Stairs into the cottage are questio

  • jill d.

    Submitted Aug 11, 2025

    Stayed Aug 6, 2025

    Great location! Clean, adorable house

  • frank c.

    Submitted Jul 20, 2025

    Stayed Jul 17, 2025

    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!

  • Marissa B.

    Submitted Jul 16, 2025

    Stayed Jul 11, 2025

    Great!

  • Richard M.

    Submitted Jul 16, 2025

    Stayed Jul 13, 2025

    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.

  • Gil F.

    Submitted May 18, 2025

    Stayed May 10, 2025

    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!

  • Glenn E.

    Submitted Apr 28, 2025

    Stayed Apr 21, 2025

    Parking CleanConvenientFriendlyYou can not ask for more then that.

  • David V.

    Submitted Apr 23, 2025

    Stayed Apr 16, 2025

    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

  • Jennifer K.

    Submitted Apr 19, 2025

    Stayed Apr 12, 2025

    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.

  • Susan S.

    Submitted Mar 19, 2025

    Stayed Mar 14, 2025

    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!

  • Peta W.

    Submitted Mar 12, 2025

    Stayed Mar 7, 2025

    Lovely place and historic town

  • Seth J.

    Submitted Mar 6, 2025

    Stayed Feb 27, 2025

    Great location and our host was attentive from day 1. House was charming and clean. Hope to stay there in warmer weather some day.

  • Christine M.

    Submitted Jan 26, 2025

    Stayed Jan 22, 2025

    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!

  • Melissa S.

    Submitted Dec 12, 2024

    Stayed Dec 5, 2024

    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.

  • Rachel T.

    Submitted Dec 5, 2024

    Stayed Nov 19, 2024

    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!

  • Stacy M.

    Submitted Sep 21, 2024

    Stayed Sep 14, 2024

    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!

  • Rachael M.

    Submitted Aug 18, 2024

    Stayed Aug 12, 2024

    Cozy and clean property with a great location and view.

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