Capt. Burrows' home dates back to circa 1810 and is brimming with nautical character and New England charm. Just imagine, the captain bringing goods back from his ship to this very house, sneaking them in through the cellar door to sell to the shipyards that once sat in Mystic Seaport!
Just a 10-min walk to downtown Mystic and with delightful water views to Tuft’s Cove, Captain Burrows Home is perfect for family and friend gatherings, sleeping 6-7 guests in 3 super comfortable bedrooms!
The space
Ay Ay, captain! Stay in an antique home with an authentic seafaring history!
Captain Burrows was a descendant of one of Mystic’s founding families. He set sail on his maritime adventures as a cabin boy on a whaling voyage, after which he forged a distinguished career as an officer, working on the steamships that ferried passengers from Liverpool, England, to New York and Galveston.
HOME HIGHLIGHTS
- Authentic Mystic vacation home with a seafaring history
- Three bedrooms, sleeping 6-7 guests
- Perfect for family or friend gatherings
- Fully equipped kitchen
- Water views of Tuft’s Cove
- An easy 10-minute walk to downtown Mystic
- Delightful private garden
- Super fast Wifi throughout the home
- Delightful front yard with water views
- Enclosed backyard, ideal for safe outdoor play with gas grill and firepit
LOCATION
This quaint, family-friendly vacation home is located half a mile from downtown Mystic, an easy 10-minute walk, and close to shops, bars, and restaurants.
- 5-minute drive to Haley Farm State Park for beautiful walking trails
- 10-minute walk to fine dining and shopping
- Kayaks, paddleboards, and bike rentals are just down the street.
- 5-minute drive to Haley Farm State Park
- 11-minute drive from Groton New London Airport
LIVING & ENTERTAINING
Sun-filled rooms, wide board floors, and original features set the scene in this well-appointed vacation home. You’ll enjoy plenty of space to spread out in comfort with the coziest living room furnished with a comfy couch and armchairs, rugs covering the wood planks, and a Smart TV with a Roku streaming stick for movie nights.
There are plenty of restaurants close to home, but when you choose to stay in for a meal, the galley kitchen has everything you'll need to whip up something delicious!
Gather around the captain’s table in our intimate dining room, with an antique dining table comfortably seating all your guests. Please use the antique dishes! :-)
If you need a quiet moment or want to catch up with the office during your stay, you’ll find the Captain’s Quarters the perfect space. With a work desk, daybed, and an oversized sofa chair that pulls out into a twin sleeper, we have you covered for work, a reading nook, or a first-floor sleeping space.
SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
After a full day exploring Mystic, you’ll appreciate our three deliciously comfortable bedrooms, with one bedroom plus a pull-out twin sleeper and a daybed on the first floor, ideal for guests who have difficulty with stairs or parents sharing with toddlers.
All bedrooms feature comfy mattresses, fresh pillows, beautiful linens, alarm clocks, USB charger ports on each bedside, plenty of soft fluffy towels, and complimentary toiletries so you can pack lighter.
First floor: Full-size bedroom sleeps 2
First floor: Office with daybed
Second floor: Queen size bedroom sleeps 2
Second floor: 2 Twins bedroom sleeps 2
OUTDOORS
Staying with us during the Spring or Summer months? You’ll appreciate our postcard-perfect view of the picturesque cove across the way. And the fully fenced, pretty backyard with a shady patio area, firepit, and outdoor gas grill.
FAMILY & DOG
At Captain Burrows Home, we love to welcome children and your furry family members. You’ll find a high chair, pack-n-play, baby tub for little guests, and plenty of board games, books, and toys to keep younger guests (and older guests:) occupied.
We welcome up to two well-behaved dogs of small to medium size. Please check out our house rules and confirm dog guests when you book. When confirming your reservation, please add the number of pets to your reservation.
Our fee is $75/pet, which will be requested at your confirmed reservation. This helps us offset our insurance premium that allows us to host pets.
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Staying in a larger group?
In addition to Captain Burrows' home, we also have three other Mystic vacation homes located in Old Mystic, near the head of the Mystic River.
Homes in Old Mystic, the original colonial settlement:
The Carriage House offers four charming 1st-floor individual rooms and a 2 bedroom/1 bathroom 2nd-floor apartment above.
1807 Williams House and the Smith Cottage are our two adjoining properties, which sleep up to 14 guests.
The 1784 Denison Home property, an antique center colonial historic home, can accommodate up to ten guests and is adjacent to the Williams Home property.
In total, we can accommodate up to 45 guests in the four properties for reunions, anniversaries, and special occasions. Message us if you have questions about booking our other properties to check on availability and pricing for your group.
We are sure you would love to stay at the Captain Burrows Home, and we'd love to host you!
Interested in a priorty early arrival or late departure?
One last thing we'd like to mention. Our oldest son took all the interior and exterior photos. We think he did a superb job and would like to acknowledge him for his exemplary work~ Thank you, Johnathan!!
Guest access
~ The entire home and yard are completely yours for your stay- make this special place your Home-Away-From-Home!
~ A Schlage keypad is on the back door for easy entering and arrival time flexibility. You will receive your code one day before your arrival.
Other things to note
Optional Add-On Services
We’re happy to offer a few special touches to enhance your stay! Just message me through Airbnb if you’d like to add any of the following services. Once confirmed, I’ll send a request through Airbnb for the additional fee, which you’ll need to approve.
🕰️ Early Check-in or Late Checkout (Based on Availability)
• $100 for early check-in (as early as 2 PM)
• $100 for late checkout (as late as 1 PM)
(Standard check-in is after 4 PM, and checkout is by 11 AM)
Let me know if you’d like to add a little extra relaxation to your stay!
🧀 Charcuterie Boards (Locally Made & Delivered to the Home)
Perfect for a cozy night in or to kick off your New England getaway:
• For 2 guests: $40
• For 4 guests: $80
• For 7 guests: $120
Plus Tax
All items are sourced with care and reflect the flavors of the season and region. Let us know if you’re celebrating something special, and we’ll do our best to add a nautical flourish. ⚓
