Title: The Captain’s & School House, Historic Mystic Riverfront Home - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Captain’s & School House, Historic Mystic Riverfront Home Waterfront vacation home with kitchen and balcony ## Photo gallery for The Captain’s & School House, Historic Mystic Riverfront Home ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - The Captain’s & School House, Historic Mystic Riverfront Home (Groton)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95160000/95155100/95155005/3b47aadb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - The Captain’s & School House, Historic Mystic Riverfront Home (Groton)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95160000/95155100/95155005/73426a7d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets - The Captain’s & School House, Historic Mystic Riverfront Home (Groton)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95160000/95155100/95155005/cae10afc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - The Captain’s & School House, Historic Mystic Riverfront Home (Groton)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95160000/95155100/95155005/8123a93a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - The Captain’s & School House, Historic Mystic Riverfront Home (Groton)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95160000/95155100/95155005/2775c178.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Mystic's Historic Riverside house offers a classic coastal New England experience. With its beautifully restored interior, sunlit rooms, and modern amenities, this 1810 home has the perfect blend of history and charm. Enjoy beautiful river views from the main house or cottage which includes fully stocked kitchens with coffee and tea essentials. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 112045 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Pet-friendly - Barbecue grill - Kitchen ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### The Captain’s & School House, Historic Mystic Riverfront Home Step into history at The Captain’s House & School House, a 4-bedroom, 3-bath waterfront home on the Mystic River. Built in 1818 by Captain George Wolfe, this restored property honors its maritime roots with elegant décor and modern comfort. The Captain’s House features 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, and a gourmet kitchen, while the attached School House Cottage offers a separate 1-bedroom suite with kitchen and family room. Relax on two riverfront patios with views of the Mystic Drawbridge and Seaport Shipyard, or stroll two blocks to Downtown Mystic for dining and shopping. Ideal for families, groups, or anyone seeking an authentic New England waterfront escape. Guests enjoy full, private access to the entire property, including the Captain’s House, School House Cottage, both riverfront patios, two BBQ grills, and outdoor dining areas. Free parking and self-check-in available. 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. I ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower ### Entertainment - Stereo - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet) ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - On the waterfront ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - 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Mystic is a quaint, coastal New England town. As hosts, and guests, we share in ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events Events allowed ### 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 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 153471 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C41.35567%2C-71.96979&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=6Nz61wL2VY6t3Zvxz3J7YkRWtjY=) Groton, CT #### What's nearby - Mystic River Bascule Bridge \- 5 min walk \- 0.5 km - Mystic Arts Center \- 5 min walk \- 0.5 km - Mystic Downtown Marina \- 6 min walk \- 0.6 km - Mystic Seaport - The Museum of America and the Sea \- 14 min walk \- 1.2 km - Mystic Seaport \- 18 min walk \- 1.5 km #### Getting around - Mystic Station - 12 min walk - New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London) - 15 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Mystic Pizza - ‬3 min walk - ‪Sift Bake Shop - ‬3 min walk - ‪Mystic Drawbridge Ice Cream - ‬2 min walk - ‪Red 36 - ‬9 min walk - ‪Engine Room - ‬5 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Captain’s & School House, Historic Mystic Riverfront Home pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at The Captain’s & School House, Historic Mystic Riverfront Home? ### What time is check-out at The Captain’s & School House, Historic Mystic Riverfront Home? ### Where is The Captain’s & School House, Historic Mystic Riverfront Home located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## The Captain’s & School House, Historic Mystic Riverfront Home Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 4 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Valerie T. Jan 6, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### fantastic family fun! Comfortable, convenient, and charming! The house was well equipped and the views -- especially at night -- were enchanting. Communication with the host were outstanding -- easy and gracious. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. ##### Valerie T. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Connie W. Oct 9, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Perfect property and perfect locations. Used the bikes and kayaks. We ranged from 9 to 80 years old and all enjoyed. Waking up and go to bed with watching the Mystic River. Highly recommend this property and Gerard was only a text away. Thanks Gerard ##### Connie W. Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cathy H. Jun 5, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Historical charm Beautiful location on the water just steps from town. Great outdoor spaces. Perfect accommodations for us, our 3 adult children and their spouses while attending a wedding. Well equipped with everything you need. Would be very well equipped for children as well, lots of toys games books and equipment. ##### Cathy H. Stayed 4 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Erin B. Jan 2, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Captain house is a win Location, Location.... Extremely clean, These are old historic homes but they did a great job making them functional an unique experience with thoughtful touches throughout. Very easy to work with owners, would rent again. Thank you ##### Erin B. 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