Last House on the River
Historic "Old Mystic" home with Pool - Cozy, fully equipped on the Mystic River
Experience the allure of this historical Colonial home in charming Old Mystic. The perfect location! 5 min from “Old Mystic” Villiage & Mystic Aquarium. 10 min from downtown Mystic and 15-20 min from Mohegan Sun and Foxwoods Casinos!
This property can comfortably accommodate up to 6 guests with its first-floor family room, living room with dining area, and office/bedroom. On the second floor, you'll find two bedrooms, one with additional space perfect for smaller family members and a convenient washer and dryer. NOTE: Stairs to the second floor are steep and narrow.
"Last House on The River" was originally built in 1797; along with its many updates, it still holds many of its original features, like the warming box in the fireplace, the steep, narrow and tapered custom colonial staircase, and the stone steps that lead from the backyard down to the top of the Mystic River. The beautifully updated kitchen has cherry cabinets, granite counters, and stainless steel appliances that will impress any chef. The modern appliances make a perfect complement to the historic charm of this home. Gas stove top. Guests can choose to cook their meals or order from the numerous delicious and award-winning local restaurants.
The living room is very cozy, and for those nights when you want to relax, the smart TVs are fully equipped for your movie-watching needs. The original 1797 fireplaces provide an added touch of warmth and charm but are just for aesthetics now. Beautiful old-style wide plank floors keep with the historic charm of Mystic while offering modern touches throughout the home. This house represents the perfect combination of new and old, giving your stay a unique character.
The backyard patio is a true highlight of this vacation home. It offers the luxury of an inground pool and combines an attractive and inviting atmosphere that stands out from other properties. The patio is an ideal spot to relax and unwind, bask under the sun in the comfort of lounge chairs while sipping refreshing drinks. The lush and verdant surroundings lend a serene ambiance that makes you feel like a peaceful oasis. The pool area offers a beautiful yard that emphasizes the home's charm, creating a beautiful space to gather with friends and family. Plus, the Mystic River anchors the back of the property, providing just one more magical touch.
Important Pool Information: The Pool is naturally heated by the sun Memorial Day through Labor Day. Weather dependent. We can not guarantee the pool will be open prior to Memorial Day or after Labor Day. However, we try our very best to have it open from May 15 through September 15.
NO PARTIES, EVENTS, PERFORMING ARTISTS OR BANDS ARE ALLOWED AT ANY TIME. The maximum number of guests or visitors for this house at all times, day or night, is 6. These are cause for eviction with no refund and may damage our ability to offer the home to future guests exposing you to liability. This is a quiet residential neighborhood, please be respectful of the neighbors at all times!
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Sleeping Accommodations
- Main level: Full bed in the private bedroom off the living room.
The front living space has a pull-out full bed and a privacy door on one entrance, but the entrance leading to the dining room can not be closed off.
There is a half bath on the Main level. To use the full bath on the second floor, guests will go upstairs (steep and narrow) and through one of the King bedrooms. AGAIN, stairs to the second floor are steep and narrow.
- Second Level: 2 King Size private bedrooms with shared full bath. The second bedroom has a small child's nook providing a place to play and a toddler bed. Because of the age of the house and narrow staircase, the king beds are made up of 2 twins connected by a bed connector in the center.
Each bedroom has a window AC unit.
This is an old house. The stairs to the second floor are steep and narrow. Please note this before booking.
In addition, the guest refrigerator is slightly smaller than a standard refrigerator.
This property is located in Old Mystic on the Groton town line, so some vacation sites use Groton as the town instead of Mystic.
There is parking for two cars in the driveway. No street parking.
There is a security camera on the front of the house and one on the back overlooking the yard and pool area. These cameras are for security only and are not monitored during guests stays unless we receive a complaint.
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Getting to know Mystic
Discover easy access to the area's top attractions, including Clyde's Cider Mill, Mystic Aquarium, Mystic Seaport, Casinos Mohegan Sun and Foxwood, shopping, restaurants, I-95, and downtown Mystic. The Old Mystic Village is a quaint Village inviting visitors to stroll the walks and enjoy shops, restaurants, events, and quiet places to enjoy.
Historical Downtown Mystic brings visitors even more shopping, restaurants, and charm. Located on the water, the New England charm is bursting in the landscape, sea captain homes, church steeples, iconic sea air, and landmarks like the Mystic Drawbridge. Enjoy a day at the Mystic Aquarium, Boat Adventures, Harbor Tours, River Cruises, Museums, Parks, Bike Riding, and even Haunted History Tours.
Book now and discover the perfect blend of history, charm, and modern amenities in the heart of Old Mystic.
BEFORE BOOKING... please note stairs to full bath on second floor are Steep and Narrow. Also, We can not guarantee the pool will be open prior to Memorial Day or after Labor Day. However, we try our very best to have it open from May 15 through September 15.
