Stonington Cottage in the BORO-close to downtown Mystic, CT and Watch Hill, RI

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Pathway to cottage and courtyard seating with gas grill.

Livingroom with TV, Stereo and reading books

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Exceptional

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 251.1 sq m

Popular amenities

Dryer
Parking available
Fireplace
Washer
Barbecue grill
Kitchen

Explore the area

Stonington, CT

Mystic Seaport
‪8 min drive‬
Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration
‪8 min drive‬
Olde Mistick Village
‪9 min drive‬
Westerly, RI (WST-Westerly State)
‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Convertible bed(s)

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Dining area

About this property

Park your car and enjoy walking the streets of this quaint village! Close to Mystic and Watch Hill, RI. Enjoy this 1 Bedroom cottage modernized with all the conveniences of home. 'The Boathouse' cottage has 1 BR with a queen-size bed, an open kitchen with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances. A dining area with a window seat that can comfortably seat six people. The counter area has 2 bar chairs for casual seating. In the adjacent living room, you'll find a new pull-out sofa, a beautiful gas fireplace, a flat-screen TV, DVD, and stereo. The bathroom has a shower with plenty of shelf storage and a washer/dryer for added convenience. The Loft has a custom ships ladder that provides easy access for additional storage.

The cottage has a full kitchen (pots, pans, silver, and dishes provided), stove. Refrigerator w/ice maker, microwave, dishwasher, toaster, and coffee maker. All linens and beach towels provided for summer rental. Outside patio/seating area with Gas Grill. 2 Paddleboards available Off-street parking for one car.

*** 2 NIGHT MINIMUM ****
CANCELLATION POLICY: Bookings canceled at least 60 days before the start of the stay will receive a 100% refund. Bookings canceled after 60 days will be refunded $300.00 deposit.

Keywords: Stonington, CT, Cottage, boathouse, off-season rental, academic year rental, water street, Borough, Boro, village, Mystic, beaches, casinos

Property manager

Deb Bigelow

Languages

English

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Kitchen

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Dryer

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 12:00 PM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Smoking is NOT allowed in or around the cottage. Pets are NOT allowed. Excessive noise not allowed. Quiet hours from 10:00p.m.-8:00a.m.

Important information

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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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Stonington

Located in Stonington, this holiday home is in the city centre and by the sea. Mystic Seaport and New London Ferry Dock are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration and Ocean Beach Park. Quimper Faience and Mystic Seaport - The Museum of America and the Sea are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Stonington, CT

What's nearby

Saltwater Farm Vineyard - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
Mystic Downtown Marina - 8 min drive - 8.0 km
Mystic Seaport - 8 min drive - 7.7 km
Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration - 8 min drive - 6.7 km
Olde Mistick Village - 9 min drive - 7.1 km

Getting around

Mystic Station - 10 min drive
Westerly, RI (WST-Westerly State) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

‪Taquerio - ‬7 min drive
‪Dog Watch Cafe - ‬2 min walk
‪Angies Pizza & Pier 27 Lounge - ‬6 min drive
‪Wokery In Mystic - ‬7 min drive
‪St Clair Annex - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Stonington Cottage in the BORO-close to downtown Mystic, CT and Watch Hill, RI pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Stonington Cottage in the BORO-close to downtown Mystic, CT and Watch Hill, RI?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stonington Cottage in the BORO-close to downtown Mystic, CT and Watch Hill, RI?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Stonington Cottage in the BORO-close to downtown Mystic, CT and Watch Hill, RI located?

Located in the heart of Stonington, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of James Merrill House, Captain Nathaniel Brown Palmer House and Quimper Faience. Stonington's Old Lighthouse Museum and Dubois Beach are also within 15 minutes.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Steve H.

2 July 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Place for 1 or 2

Great location, walked to the restaurants and town. Only 10 minute drive to Mystic. The place had all the amenities we needed.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Diane D.

27 June 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Light filled cottage

The Boathouse was located in walking distance of shops and eateries. The cottage was perfectly appointed with anything we needed, lots of natural light and lovely gardens. Perfect for our getaway. Visited nearby Mystic and Watch Hill. Great hosts too!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cara T.

26 June 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming Cottage in Ideal Location

The Boathouse is extremely clean, comfortable, cozy, well appointed, and close to everything. It's walkable to Stonington borough restaurants, shops, and the water, and a short drive to area wineries and activities. The owners are responsive, friendly, and happy to help with local suggestions. We really enjoyed our time there, and look forward to returning.

Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Karen v.

8 June 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home Away From Home

My husband and I could not have been happier with this rental. The location was wa

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rachel R.

1 June 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful, charming and relaxing

The cottage is charming and made for a great place to relax, read and play cards. The hosts Deb and Tim made us feel welcome and were very helpful with suggestions of things to do in the area. We look forward to another opportunity to visit Stonington Borough and staying at the cottage again.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Donna N., Milford, CT USA

20 Feb 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful weekend getaway!

The boathouse was the perfect place for our spontaneous quiet weekend getaway. The cottage is very charming and exceptionally clean with everything you need for a comfortable stay. Communication with Deb was great and the small personal touches like fresh flowers and coffee / tea made us feel very welcomed in her home. The cozy living room with fireplace was very relaxing and the bed was super comfortable. There were plenty of linens / towels as well as all of the kitchen essentials. The cottage is located within walking distance to great restaurants and shops as well as a short drive to mystic and the casino’s. We absolutely loved staying here and look forward to doing so again in the future!

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Karen C.

3 Feb 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Oasis!

I came in to a cozy setting: all immaculately kept with fresh flowers and even chicken noodle soup and sinus tea left for me as I mentioned I had a cold to the owners. I let the fire and settled in to watch some tv and couldn’t have been happier!

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

jan h.

23 Jan 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location

The cottage was perfectly located to all of the things that we like to do (Jonathan Edwards winery, Noah's, the YMCA, Cato Corner Farm and the Mystic Market. We appreciated having the fire place on a cold snowy day. Deb was very responsive and check in and out was easy.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Scott H.

12 Nov 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean and Comfortable

We enjoyed our stay. The cottage was clean and had everything we needed. Restaurants within walking distance; lots to do within a short drive.

10/10 Excellent

David C.

30 Oct 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect accommodations and location in Stonington

Exactly as described. 5 stars

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Emilie K.

28 Oct 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Boathouse at Stonington

Modern, quiet cottage in historic walk-able village. Central for coastal drives, scenic byways, and tourable sites. Very good local restaurants. Helpful, friendly hosts. Would stay again!

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sara L., Bradley Beach, NJ, USA

14 Oct 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sweetest Little Cottage !

Our stay at Deb's cottage was wonderful. It was perfectly located in Stonington, which we are glad we found, over staying in right in Mystic. The cottage was clean, welcoming and cozy. The fireplace was a wonderful feature to have too. We walked to breakfast and dinner a few times during our stay and really enjoyed looking at all the beautiful houses in the town. Deb was easy to reach and offered great recommendations. Thank you again!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Laura D.

7 Oct 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful place to stay!

This property is perfectly located - easy walk to Stonington town restaurants and shopping and a 10 min drive to Mystic. The house has been beautifully renovated and has a very comfortable bed and pillows. Deb was very responsive and an excellent host. I highly recommend this cottage.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

10 July 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Thank you!

A lovely place. Thank you for sharing it with us.

10/10 Excellent

Joan B.

11 July 2018

Delightful and charming!

Deb and Tom, the owners of this cottage couldn't have been more welcoming and kind. Everything was impeccably clean and organized. The cottage was an easy walk to the Dog Watch restaurant and harbor. I lived in Stonington 20 years ago and staying at this property brought back so many happy memories of the vitality and warmth of the village. Would definitely highly recommend and look forward to a return visit to this cottage.

Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2018

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

judy h.

7 Aug 2017

Convenient, comfortable place in the Borough

Super clean and comfortable place to spend a week, or more, as a couple or a single. Deb is a lovely hostess and was always easy to get in touch with, and helpful with local info. House has pretty much everything you need for regular living. Would definitely return.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sharon S.

19 Mar 2016

Absolutely beautiful and serene!

When I arrived at the Boathouse my first impression was "what an absolutely adorable cottage"! The cottage is immaculate and so charming! The hydrangeas were in full bloom! The pictures on this site are a true representation of the place but really it is more magnificent in person! I loved being in the boro and spent every morning sitting in the window seat drinking my coffee watching the town come alive! The owner is extremely cordial and very accommodating. The added benefit of off-street parking was the extra caveat. After renting this cottage I have decided to make Stonington Borough my forever! Every time I drive by the boathouse I can't help but smile! This is truly a hidden gem as is the town! Thank you Deb and Tom for everything!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Maura C.

21 June 2014

Wonderful stay

Stayed at The Boathouse for the off season between selling and buying a new home. It was very comfortable and came with everything you need for an extended stay. Thoroughly enjoyed gas fireplace on cold mornings and farmers market on weekends. Convenient to Stonington village with great restaurants and also 5 minutes to I 95. Owners were quite accommodating and took care of any problems quickly. Highly recommend this place for both short term or long term rental.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

23 Jan 2013

Stonington Jewel

The Boat House exceeds all expectations with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, thoughtful design, and even a Keurig coffee maker! Storage abounds. Location is perfect for a stroll through Stonington Borough which has great restaurants, shops and water views. The Dog Watch restaurant is steps away. A waterside gazebo in the Borough is a great place for quiet reflection. The property is clean and well maintained by the owners who obviously take pride in their charming cottage, and who are always available, friendly and helpful. .

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

1 Sept 2010

Village Cottage

This is a really great place to stay. The cottage is very attractive and comfortable. The location is terrific. My husband and I stayed here with our young son and had a really wonderful time. The owner is very accommodating.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jenny F., new orleans, la.

14 Aug 2010

"THE BOAT HOUSE"

Location,location, location! My stay at this property was everything I wanted during my visit to Stonington. The location is at the beginning of the Village which gives you a pleasant walk through the Village ending at the Lighthouse and Dubois Beach with a magnificant view of the ocean. All the way, you will find eateries, shops of all sorts, and pleasant residents to chat with. The owners of the property accommodate in any way that they can. I look forward to returning to this charming accommodation.

About the host

Hosted by Deb Bigelow

This is a fabulous place to visit with many attraction- Mystic Aquarium, Mystic Seaport 15 minute drive -historic sites to walk, galleries, tons of restaurants and of course plenty of beaches and opportunities to get on the water. Plenty of Micro Breweries and Vineyards to visit.

Why they chose this property

About Stonington Borough: Stonington Borough is located in southeastern Connecticut and is a classic New England seaside community. It's the oldest borough in Connecticut, chartered in 1801 and is the only town left in CT with a working fishing fleet. Enjoy walking in Stonington village and all it has to offer... a beautiful, picturesque harbor, historic lighthouse and museum, local beach, interesting shops, majestic old churches, wonderful 17th and 18th-century architecture and 6 different and unique bar/restaurants that you can walk to! Farmers Market on Saturday's, a playground, and a local beach at the point is available for guests for a small fee. For more information on Stonington Boro, Google Stonington Borough, CT.

What makes this property unique

Other Area attractions: Close to Mystic Seaport, Aquarium, Mystic's historic downtown with wonderful shopping and restaurants. Downtown Westerly, Watch Hill and several beaches all a convenient drive away. Mohegan Sun and Foxwoods Casino, Johnathon Edwards Winery, Saltwater Vineyard and Stonington Vineyards are just some of the attractions the area has to offer.

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1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

Convertible bed(s)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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