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Victorian Gem · Sunny Victorian Gem in Downtown Mystic

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Terrace/patio
TV, stereo
Interior
Interior
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, WiFi

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 9150 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

Explore the area

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Groton, CT
  • Mystic Arts Center
    3 min walk
  • Mystic River Bascule Bridge
    5 min walk
  • Mystic Downtown Marina
    5 min walk
  • New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London)
    12 min drive

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About the area

Mystic

With a stay at this vacation home in Mystic, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Mystic Seaport and Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration. .This vacation home is 12.9 mi (20.8 km) from Foxwoods Resort Casino and 17.2 mi (27.7 km) from Mohegan Sun Casino.

What's nearby

  • Mystic Downtown Marina - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Mystic Seaport - The Museum of America and the Sea - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Mystic Seaport - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration - 4 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Olde Mistick Village - 4 min drive - 3.3 km

Getting around

  • Mystic Station - 15 min walk
  • New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mystic Pizza - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Sift Bake Shop - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Mystic Drawbridge Ice-Cream - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Engine Room - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Taquerio - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Victorian Gem · Sunny Victorian Gem in Downtown Mystic

This historic, cheerful, 4 bedrooms/3-bathroom gem, is located on a quiet side street just steps from the vibrant Downtown. Enjoy Mystic in Victorian splendor! Perched high on the hill, with partial river views, it is surrounded by elegant gardens great for entertaining or just relaxing. The sunny interior, was designed and furnished by our own Design Team. Perfect for families or friendly getaways. Return to a forgotten age of daring sea captains and prosperous merchants!

Recently renovated and updated by our Design Team, this charming historic Victorian with modern luxuries is located only steps from Downtown. The first-floor layout was designed with family gatherings in mind. From the chef's kitchen and ample dining area to the family room, the space flows through the front patio, surrounding gardens and the private deck in back.
Perfect for families, friends and foodies. Whether preparing your own meals, or picking up take out, from the best restaurants in town, it's the perfect inside/outside entertaining space!
This house has the best of both worlds: sunlit indoor rooms, meticulously restored and furnished to embrace its history, and the splendid outdoor space for entertaining, reading, working or just lying around.
The kitchen is fully stocked with all the basics and equipment you need - we provide essentials like coffee, tea, creamer along with basic condiments. There are four spacious bedrooms, six beds and three full bathrooms. One bedroom, and one full bathroom are located on the first floor. The entire home has high speed WIFI access. There is a smart TV in the family room, and one in each bedroom.
The family and dining rooms are spacious and cozy, and a great place to enjoy gathering with family and friends.

Guests have the entire house to themselves. There are 4 bedrooms. One bedroom, with a queen bed, is located on the first floor. There are 3 bedrooms on the second floor. Two second floor bedrooms have queen beds, and the third bedroom has a queen bed and a trundle bed (which can open to two single beds). We have three full bathrooms. One is located on the first floor and two located on the second floor. There are two outside gardens, and a cozy front porch. The well-equipped kitchen is surrounded by a spacious dining room, family room, and direct access to both lovely gardens.

We are always available to guests. Before, during, and after the stay.

Our location is incredibly well-suited to the quintessential Mystic experience. The historic downtown is a few blocks away and the wonderful Mystic Seaport is less then a 15 minute walk. We're so close to Mystic Pizza (from the Julia Roberts movie Pretty Woman) you can pick up a few pies and enjoy them back home before the cheese stops bubbling! Then there's the Mystic Aquarium, the diner, and a handful of things to see, do, eat, and drink. We share detailed recommendations and favorite picks with guests upon booking.

We are located on a quiet side street, just steps away from the famous Mystic Downtown. Our driveway is steep and narrow. It can accommodate two small to mid size cars. You may need to drop off passengers before pulling all the way in. There is usually parking on the street as well.

There are a few steps to access the front porch and enter the house. There is a bedroom and full bathroom on the first floor. The other bedrooms and bathrooms are on 2nd floor with steep stairs.

The outside areas are scenic (limited views of the river and drawbridge) and spectacular. We ask that when using our outside spaces, you respect our neighbor's right to quiet enjoyment.
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.

If you have chosen our home for a special occasion and plan on having a gathering with family & friends. Please respect our neighbors and our house. Our maximum guest policy is 9 adults. As a matter of local health, safety & parking guidelines, any prolonged gathering of more than 9 adults is prohibited unless approved PRIOR to booking. If you plan on being outdoors you must reduce volume after 10 PM. There is absolutely NO smoking inside the house.

While we welcome pets at all of our properties, we expect this amenity to be used responsibly. Please do NOT allow pets on furniture, especially beds. Also, do not allow pets to soil or stain carpets or floors.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private balcony. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like onsite parking.

Property manager

Gerard from Great Gull Island Properties

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 4.5 bathrooms
  • Combined shower/bath
  • Hairdryer

Entertainment

  • TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 1614.6 sq ft (150 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated 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

Sunny Victorian Gem In Mystic
153470
Sunny Victorian Gem in Downtown Mystic Mystic
Sunny Victorian Gem in Downtown Mystic Private vacation home

Victorian Gem · Sunny Victorian Gem in Downtown Mystic Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 91 out of 93 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 93 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

mark m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Exactly what we needed
Location is one block to everything. House is comfortable, clean, and perfect for 9 people (6 adults and 3 kids). Communication with Gerard was easy. Stay here.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol M.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Historic Mystic Showpiece
We loved this house from the moment we opened the front door. It’s a vintage house modernized beautifully. It was very clean and the beds were comfortable, and having four bedrooms, along with the three modern bathrooms was perfect for our eight member family. We loved the coastal decor which gave it a perfect New England flavor and It’s right up the hill from downtown Mystic so access to it was just a walk away. We enjoyed every minute of our stay in this wonderful house, can’t wait to go back. I must also say, Gerard was a great host, the best!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl R.

Liked: Cleanliness
House was perfect
The house was a just as described. beautiful and clean. Location off the Main Street allowed us to walk into town. Gerard was very responsive to any need or question. Highly recommend this house. You won’t be disappointed
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful home right near everything in Mystic
Gerard was a wonderful host. Great communication. The home was beautiful , in an ideal location, and had everything we needed. We would love to stay again if we make it back this way.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

William L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, house and manager.
Great experience from start to finish. Wonderful home with all the amenities. Five star experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mystic
Highly recommend
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

SB S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Exceptional property
Loved our stay here! The house is actually larger than it seems in the photos. Plenty of room for everyone. Three full baths are quite a treat! The house was spotless and its location to downtown Mystic cannot be beat. Literally, a 5 minute walk and you're in the center of town. No worries about parking when going out to dinner on a busy night in town. Check in and communication with Gerard was perfect. He's quick to respond to all questions! Would rent again without hesitation.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacey C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Better than advertised!
Our stay in Groton/Mystic was fantastic thanks to this fantastic property! Gerard keeps a pristine home with every charm we could have hoped for. We dined inside and outside, slept comfortably upstairs and down, and enjoyed many walks to town immediately around the corner. We have already started thinking about our next trip north and without question, this home is at the top of the shortest list!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Stay!
This property is perfect for enjoying Mystic. It's walking distance to everything and so charming. The hosts are so welcoming and thoughtful. There are starter amenties and it's as close to a hotel or bed and breakfast as you can get for comfort. We loved it and would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best house in Mystic
The town is great for adults and families. There's plenty of places in Mystic and the surrounding area to eat, shop, and sites to see for everyone. Then there's the house we stayed in, you couldn't ask for a nicer house and location. Everything we did in Mystic proper we walked to. We did have great weather for walking. The house was wonderful, it was clean and well maintained, it was spacious and there was plenty of furniture, inside and outside to relax. The beds were comfortable and the kitchen is well stocked if you choose to cook your meals. There's also a couple of outside patios and a porch to relax or have a meal after grilling outside. Maybe the best VRBO home we've ever stayed at. Lastly, you can tell the owner wants you to have the best experience you've ever had. He checked in with us once or twice, without being nosy or pushy, to make sure we were happy and assure us if there was anything we needed, just ask. He gets right back to you.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jen F., Connecticut

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect!
Six of us stayed to celebrate a bachelorette. The house was clean, large with plenty of beds and seating and outdoor spaces, and well stocked. Its the perfect location to walk to a ton of restaurants, shopping, etc and it was great to just park and walk the where we needed to be all weekend. Gerard was very responsive and helpful and accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gloria L., Rehoboth MA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay in Mystic
This house suited us perfectly for our Mystic vacation. My husband and I and our two daughters and their family were there. The four bedrooms and three bathrooms were perfect. Each family had their own bath. This house is big and spacious! It had a great deck out back with a table that fit all of us. We were 6 adults and 3 littles 3 years and under!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mystic getaway
The property is absolutely lovely. The beautiful kitchen is well appointed and thoughtfully stocked. We enjoyed the comfortable furniture and charming decor. Our only idea for additional equipment is to add a tea kettle. One small concern was that the control knob in the upstairs bathtub fell off - I think it just needs a small screw. Not a big problem because I was still able to use it carefully. Also, I was heating a washcloth in the microwave to apply to my leg cramp and I left it in too long. I scorched the cloth and had to throw it out. My apologies! We are looking forward to out getaway next year and will look for a property in your group! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Max & Amanda W., New York

Liked: Cleanliness
Exceptional Stay
The property, accommodations and location could not be more perfect. Gerard is a super friendly and communicative host. The check-in and check-out process was the easiest I've experienced so far. The home is very spacious and charming - and immaculately clean (including all dishware and utensils, which I always pay particular attention to). The rooms are all extremely comfortable and sunny with TVs in every room. And the location cannot be beat. It was a joy to step out and walk directly into Mystic downtown. If you want a quaint, comfortable and picturesque stay choose this home in Mystic for your next trip. We cannot wait to come back and stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

NancyDee M., West Palm Beach, Florida

Liked: Cleanliness
Ideal Group Vacation in Downtown Mystic
The home is ideal even better than the description and photos. We loved the location, spacious rooms indoor and comfortable outdoor living areas as well. The fully stocked kitchen, bathrooms with child's step stools & first aid kits, and nice book, puzzle & toy collections truly made the rental feel like home (without the worries or cares). Such fun to be able to walk to pizza, ice cream, book shops, the most delicious bakery and much more. The worry free check out was icy on the cake. This was the best rental experience.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing spacious place nearby everything!
My friends and I stayed here for a birthday weekend and really enjoyed ourselves immensely. The property is beautiful, the location is literally perfect (2 mins walk to anywhere in downtown Mystic), and the host - Gerard, was really helpful and kind. Overall we will definitely be returning if we can!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Could not ask for more
This really is a gem. IMMACULATE. It was just my sister and me. Furnishings were incredibly comfortable and clean, with a beautiful selection /mix of antiques & you can see there was careful thought put into the décor and design of the home- thank you for keeping the original elements, like the pocket doors and the fabulous original wide-plank flooring throughout both levels. Excellent floorplan. Quiet. Awesome outdoor spaces. Brand new driveway and you could tell it was painstaking to do any refurbishing. Kitchen is AMAZING! We planned to eat dinner out each night, but decided to stay in and cook together. They have thought of everything - food wraps, super sharp knives (look new), condiments, and the appliances appear new - so clean! Complimentary baskets of possible needs in each bathroom (make-up towels, micellar water, cotton cleansing pads, etc.). Owners are only a call or text away and are immediately responsive. For our stay, they actually contacted us ahead of check in to let us know the home was ready to check in- we REALLY appreciated that. This would be a perfect family rental - so much room, indoor and out and walking distance to the main avenue of shops and restaurants by the bridge. We will definitely be back. Can I give them 20 stars?
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Magical time in Mystic!
My family of five spent the long Easter weekend in Mystic and had the most amazing time. The home is so well-acquainted. My family had room to spread out, but also enjoyed the cozy living space to all be together. Gerard is the most wonderful host. He touched base at check-in and his company provides thoughtful amenities at the property. We would definitely go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chuck W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pictures don’t do this house justice!!
Gerard is very responsive and is the ultimate host! The house is better in person, well appointed and very close to town. We look forward to another stay in the future
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Jen M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Meet me in the middle
Four bedrooms accommodates ten people! We love the central location to walk to mystic Main Street! Very spacious! Clean and communicative!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Accommodations, Great Host!!!!!
Wonderful property in a great location. Everything was as described and couldn’t have been better. The host communicated every detail clearly and was a pleasure to work with. This property and host is highly recommended. We will visit again in the future!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra M.

Liked: Cleanliness
New Year's Eve Getaway
What a beautiful home! We are 4 couples who have been friends since high-school and have spent many New Year's Eve together. This year, we decided to stay a few days at a VRBO and ring in the new year so no one would have to drive home after the ball dropped. Mystic was a perfect midway point and this Sunny Victorian fit the bill perfectly. The home is wonderfully historic with all the necessary updates. We were able to create a gourmet dinner with the well appointed kitchen, sleep in cosy bedrooms and walk to restaurants, shopping and the river. Gerard was a fabulous host, checking in with us regularly and even giving us a bit of history about the house. He even worked with us with a delayed departure on New Year's morning so we could sleep in. Would we recommend staying here? In a minute! It might be a New Year's tradition for our group.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Christmas
We had a wonderful week at the Victorian Gem. Lovely home and it provided everything that we needed. The beds are wonderful and the host provided lots of extras to make us feel so special. We can’t wait to go back! Highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kirby L., Tiverton, RI, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable and Spacious
This home is right in the heart of downtown Mystic and perfect for walking to shops and restaurants. Clean and very comfortable for our group of 6.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely and close to everything!
Lovely property and great host! Easy walk to everything. Would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023