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Welcome to Williams Home & Smith Cottage- A Nautical New England Inspiration!Embrace maritime history at the enchanting Williams Home & Smith Cottage! Built by the relatives of one of the original families who settled on the east side of Mystic River, the 1807 Williams Home property oozes with history and character! You’re going to fall in love with this nautical haven in the heart of Old Mystic, CT, the original colonial settlement near the Head O’ the River~ only a 3-mile voyage to Mystic Seaport Museum and eateries. You can stroll or bike ride just around the corner to the scenic River Rd. Enjoy the comfy beds, nautical treasures, and backyard for a cozy firepit evening or a summer barbeque.We invite you on a sensory journey through time while you stay in this historic gem! The history buff in you will love the story behind the 1807 Williams Home. The building started as the Wayside Inn, a regular stopping point for stagecoaches on their New London-Providence runs. On January 17, 1840, Secretary of State Daniel Webster, traveling by sleigh, stopped in for a drink on his way to the Groton Ferry to catch a boat to New York! The Smith Guesthouse was named in honor of being the local blacksmith shop in the early 1900s. If only walls had ears, imagine the stories they could recount. Perhaps you could listen and hear the walls whisper words of the past!HIGHLIGHTS* Nautical touches, antiques, modern amenities, and an eye for detail* Perfect setup for larger groups* 4 common rooms and 2 dining tables* 8 beds (sleeps 14), 2 bedrooms on 1st floor,* New super comfy Casper memory foam mattresses, fresh pillows* Includes 2 king-sized beds* New smart TVs in every bedroom* 3rd-floor 65″ Sony TV, sound bar, subwoofer, sectional couch,* 2 fully equipped kitchens* Central location~ few minute’s drive to attractions and the Mystic River* Murals by artist Susan Leach* Fast Wi-Fi ideal for streaming or work* Firepit* Multiple outdoor seating areas* Parking up to 5 spacesLOCATIONWe are located on Main Street in the hamlet of Old Mystic at the head of the Mystic River. 1807 Williams House is a 5-minute ride to the Mystic Seaport, shops, and restaurants, where you can indulge in Mystic River and Mystic Seaport history. Walk or bike on the scenic River Rd just around the corner from our home!Main Street is a bustling corner~ at a 3-way stop sign across Holly Hock Antiques and Old Mystic Post Office. It’s busy with road noise during the day but quiet and peaceful hamlet in the evenings.Around the corner from scenic River Road to downtown Mystic- a great walk, jog, or bike ride.Haley’s Way Playground and Field are located behind the property- a great place to bring the kids and your pup to run.LIVING & ENTERTAINMENTIn the Williams Home’s main house, you’ll have 2 common rooms and a formal dining room. The Smith Cottage offers an additional living space that your family or friend group can spread out and relax completely during your stay. There is space for everyone, whether you want to come together as a group or take some ‘you’ time in a relaxing, private nook.Williams Home Tavern Room (1st- floor)A fabulous relaxing space to gather with family and friends filled with nautical antiques and furnished with a long navy blue couch, four comfy side chairs, and ottomans for extra seating. The antique colonial fireplace with electric fireplace insert adds a layered, warm ambiance. The Sonos music system finishes off the tavern atmosphere. You’ll find plenty of board games and puzzles for fun evenings togetherThe Williams Home Sailmaker (3rd-floor)This 3rd-floor common area is open to the bedroom area on the other side of the attic and is furnished with a large sectional sofa with a queen pullout couch.With a Sony 65″ Smart Sony TV, this is an excellent space for children to hang out after dinner, which means you can enjoy a laid-back after-dinner conversation around the dining table or in the Tavern Room.There is also a Sony Channel Soundbar with a Wireless Subwoofer and Dolby Atmos/DTS:X, a Nest mini, and plenty of board games and puzzles.Other members of your group can nestle up and relax in the Smith Cottage living room for games or a movie night.COOKING & DINING (1st-floor)Cook from the heart in our fully equipped kitchen, which has everything you need to whip up fabulous meals during your stay.Plus, you’ll have access to the kitchen in the Smith Cottage.The Williams Home Keeping Room is our intimate dining area, which seats up to 10 guests and features a room-length nautical mural, Sonos System speakers for ambient background music, and plenty of antique dishes to set the mood for a memorable dining experience. You’re welcome to move the tavern table from the kitchen to the Keeping Room to accommodate a larger dinner gathering.The Smith Cottage has a welcoming table to accommodate your guests for an intimate meal or to play games.WILLIAMS HOME SLEEPINGAll bedrooms feature historically themed Susan Leach murals, new Casper memory foam mattresses, fresh pillows, beautiful linens, smart TVs with Roku Sticks, alarm clocks with sleep sounds, USB charger ports on each bedside, iron and ironing board, plenty of soft fluffy towels, and complimentary toiletries so you can pack lighter.BEDROOM 1: Cordage Room (1st-floor)Sleeps 2-3; queen bed, twin daybed, ensuite bath with shower/tub, and kitchenette*The bed is very high and may require the use of our bed steps*BEDROOM 2: Ship Carver Room (2nd- floor)Sleeps 2; king bed, work desk, loveseat, antique fireplace (decorative only), and a large ensuite bathroom with a walk-in shower.BEDROOM 3: Cooperage Room (2nd- floor)Sleeps 2; queen bed, armoire, fireplace with an electric fireplace insert, and a cozy sitting areaThe detached full bathroom with a shower/tub across the hallway is shared with guests staying in the Sailmaker attic bedroom and equipped with a washer and dryer.BEDROOM 4: Sailmaker Room (3rd-floor)Sleeps 4; queen rope bed, work desk, and wingback chair, L-shaped sectional sofa has a pullout queen bed to accommodate 2 guests. Guests staying on the 3rd floor share the detached full bathroom on the 2nd floor with Cooperage Room guests**NOTE**The attic bedroom and common room with a sectional queen sleeper sofa and TV are open to one another without complete separation. Guests staying in the attic need to be aware and comfortable with the sleeping arrangements.SMITH COTTAGE SLEEPINGBEDROOM 1: Open-concept king-size bedroom on the first floor. It has a partition wall but no doors.BEDROOM 2: Open-concept, queen bed with ladder stairs leading up to the loft. The steps are STEEP and NOT recommended for children under 8 years old or anyone with balance or coordination challenges.A shared full bathroom on the 1st floor requires one step up to access.OUTDOOR SPACEChill out in the backyard, which is furnished with 6 Adirondack chairs, stools, picnic tables, hammocks, a firepit (a bundle of firewood is provided), and two 32″ propane grills (propane is provided).FAMILY & DOGAt 1807 Williams 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 and books to keep younger guests occupied.We welcome two well-behaved dogs of small to medium size. Please check out our house rules and confirm dog guests when you book.Pet fee: $100/petPROPERTY TRUTHSSmith loft steps are STEEP and not recommended for younger children or anymore with mobility issues.Smith Cottage is an open space with only a partition wall between the king bedroom and living room area.Cordage Suite’s bed is very high and will require our bed steps.On a bustling corner at a 3-way stop sign across Holly Hock Antiques and the Old Mystic Post Office. It’s busy with road noise during the day but a quiet and peaceful hamlet in the evenings.Original glass windows can be drafty in the wintertime, allowing a bug or two in.Circa 1807, the floorboards are wide and do move and creak a bit.Sometimes doors stick and need a push or a pull, as wood naturally expands and contracts with the New England weather.:-)Other things to note:ID VERIFICATION/SECURITY DEPOSITGuest ID Verification:We are committed to protecting our guests, properties, and ourselves, so we’ve partnered with Know Your Guest, SUPERHOG, the leading vacation rental-guest screening provider. After you book, you will receive a Know Your Guest email or text message from SUPERHOG. Kindly complete the guest screening once you receive the email or text message~ it should take about 5 minutes and is easiest done from your mobile device. (You’ll be asked to provide your name, date of birth, address, contact details, and picture of you and your driver’s license~ nothing more.)Damage Deposit or Damage Waiver:You’ll be given the choice between a refundable $500 security deposit, less a $15 processing fee charged to your credit card two weeks before arrival~ or purchasing a non-refundable $35 damage waiver, covering any incidental damages up to $500. You can choose the best option for you.We thank you kindly for participating in our trust and safety program~ we’re here to provide a worry-free experience for all parties involved.We are sure you would love to stay at the Williams Home & Smith Cottage, and we’d love to host you!Warmly,Debbie (& Paul, too)Mystic Vacation Rentals LLC
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Rooms & Beds
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bedrooms | 6 | sleeps 14 |
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bathrooms, 1 half bathroom | 4 |
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FAQ’s
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Is Welcome to Williams Home & Smith Cottage- A Nautical New England Inspiration! pet-friendly? | Yes, pets are allowed at this property. |
What time is check-in at Welcome to Williams Home & Smith Cottage- A Nautical New England Inspiration! ? | Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. |
What time is check-out at Welcome to Williams Home & Smith Cottage- A Nautical New England Inspiration! ? | Checkout is at 11:00 AM. |
Where is Welcome to Williams Home & Smith Cottage- A Nautical New England Inspiration! located? | This family-friendly Stonington holiday home is located by the sea, within 2 mi (3 km) of Shady Oaks Park, Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration and Olde Mistick Village. Mystic Seaport is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) away. |
Getting Around
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Mystic Station | 10 min drive |
New London, CT (GON-Groton – New London) | Groton |
Restaurants
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McDonald’s | 3 min drive |
Dunkin’ | 2 min drive |
Starbucks | 3 min drive |
Mystic Diner & Restaurant | 3 min drive |
What’s Nearby
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Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration | 3 min drive |
Olde Mistick Village | 3 min drive |
Mystic Seaport – The Museum of America and the Sea | The Museum of America and the Sea |
Mystic Seaport | 4 min drive |
Mystic Downtown Marina | 6 min drive |
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Check in | after 4:00 PM |
additional_info | Minimum age to rent: 25 |
Check out | before 11:00 AM |
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Reviews
Rating | Review | User | Published Date | Liked | Disliked | Title | Description | Stay | Response | Response By |
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10/10 | Excellent | Melissa S. | 23 Apr 2024 | Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy | None | A Mystic Gem | My husband and I were looking for a special way to celebrate my dad’s 90th birthday. We could not have picked a better place to celebrate. Mystic was well positioned for everyone in the travel party. When we saw the listing for the Williams home and Smith cottage, we knew we found something special. From the moment we booked up to our departure, we received topnotch attention from our gracious hostess, Debbie. Communication was terrific. We were a large group so we booked both properties. They are both an absolute treat! We felt immersed in maritime and American history. Just wonderful with so much to look at, but with lots of modern day amenities. We highly recommend making this your home base when visiting Mystic. We have had the privilege to stay at many Vrbo properties. This one will be hard to top!! Thank you for your amazing attention to detail and hospitality! | Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024 | Response from VrboOwner on 24 Apr 2024 | Dear Melissa (and family, too:),
Thank you so much for your lovely review! It was truly a pleasure to welcome you to the Williams Home & Smith Cottage for such a special celebration. We’re thrilled to hear that our home served as a perfect setting for your dad’s 90th birthday and that you found the blend of historic charm and modern comforts to your liking. Your kind words about the attention to detail and hospitality mean the world to us. We’re so delighted we could provide a space where you and your family made memories to take home. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back to Mystic one day and create more memories together! Warmly, |
10/10 | Excellent | Laura V. | 21 Jan 2024 | Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy | None | Perfect Historical Home in Mystic | We had the most wonderful, welcoming stay at this home in January. The host, Debbie, was so accommodating and communicative. The house had so many thoughtful touches, including homemade pie! Every bedroom was beautifully designed and the neighborhood was darling. 10/10 recommend!! | Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024 | Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jan 2024 | Thank you, Laura! We truly enjoyed hosting you all and hope to have you back someday soon! 🙂 |
10/10 | Excellent | Sally M. | 7 Jan 2023 | Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy | None | Charming old house | Owners were very accommodating and answered all questions immediately. Interesting property with a lot of history. Outdoor fire pit was fun to use. Short drive to downtown Mystic shops, restaurants, and bars. | Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022 | Response from VrboOwner on 23 Feb 2023 | Thank you, Sally- much appreciated, and warmest wishes to your family 🙂 |