Family-friendly vacation rentals in Mystic River

"4th of July Cottage" Open: Fire Pit + King Bed

Transport yourself to Mystic's shipbuilding heyday at Smith Cottage. This adorable, open-concept, pet-friendly, two-bedroom retreat in historic Old Mystic captures the essence of a bygone era. Nestled at the head of the Mystic River, it offers a perfect base for exploring the coastline and Mystic Seaport. With Colonial nautical charm and 21st-century comfort, the Smith Cottage invites you to experience genuine New England hospitality. Your journey into Mystic's maritime history begins here!

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.

EASY BEAT

LOVELY MID 1800'S COTTAGE Located in the historic Groton Bank neighborhood. Close to beaches, casinos, walking distant to EB. Short drive to Pfizer, Coast Guard Academy, Connecticut College, US Submarine Base and minutes to downtown Mystic. This property is a one bedroom one bath with a single pullout couch in bedroom and living room. Offers a spacious outside lawn with patio. Lots of off street parking. Fenced yard for pets. New Central Air and heat. Washer, dryer, grill and fire pit.

Live life

Located less than 2 minutes form I-95. Centrally located to gas stations, supermarkets, pharmacies, and a wide variety of restaurants and many other stores. Less than 8 minutes drive from Mystic Aquarium and 10 minutes from the famous Town of Mystic. Roughly 12 minutes to Maugle Sierra Vinyards. Approximately 20 minutes from Foxwood Resort and Mohegan Sun casino. 10-12 minutes from Groton beach, and 8 minutes to Groton local airport. 10-12 minutes to the Naval Submarine base.

Best Mystic Location - Downtown w/ 2 Parking Spots

This 2 bedroom / 1 bathroom rental is located on Water Street in the heart of the Downtown Mystic Restaurant District and only a 2 minute walk from all of the shops on West Main Street, Mystic Pizza, Sift Bake Shop, The Oyster Club, the Historic Mystic Drawbridge and many other local attractions. The property features on-site parking for 2 vehicles, ice cold A/C's, fast WiFi, a front porch overlooking the Mystic River and a rear deck with seating, dining table and gas grill.

Beautiful studio overlooking the Mystic River

This bright apartment is within walking distance of Downtown Mystic with lots of nearby food options food options. There are coastal access points nearby that are within 2 to 5 mins. There are trails across the street for a scenic hike. The sunset views are breathtaking and you can see wildlife and boats including the Argia several times a day. We are 1 exit away from Mystic Seaport and Mystic Aquarium. Use Mystic Go App to see all that you can explore in this area.

"Meteor": River View Penthouse in Downtown Mystic

River views & salty breezes that get better with every step up from this spacious & sunny attic penthouse with private balcony freshly renovated in 2022. Whimsical boho style in open plan living walkable to all downtown Mystic amenities. Sleeps two in eco certified memory foam king with bathrobes and eye masks included for lounging & snoozing. Updated kitchen with all the mod cons, Klipsch bluetooth speaker and games in the living area.

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.

Modern Studio in Heart of Downtown Mystic

Enjoy all of the comforts and conveniences of home right in the heart of Downtown Mystic, now one of the top destinations in New England. This new, modern and cozy "garden level" studio is situated on Water Street right across from the Mystic River. Explore the most popular landmarks, shops and restaurants of Downtown Mystic without the need for a car (but a free off-street parking space is included)! Everything is just steps away.

Your Nest Near The Beach

Welcome to A Shore Thing, a retro modern beach cottage. This bright and cheerful escape is perfectly located for exploring the shoreline. Whether you are visiting in the summer for sun, surf and sand or in the quieter off-season, you will find the shoreline is packed with an incredible array of inviting destinations. The cottage is just 3/4 of a mile from the beautiful private sandy beach.

Historic Waterfront School House

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.