Mason's Island · Mystic, Connecticut
A waterfront house on the Mystic River
In the family since it was built in 1946. Wetlands, wildlife, and the best sunsets in Mystic right from our dock.
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Summer 2026 is fully booked. Now booking Fall 2026 and Winter 2027.
My grandparents built 26 Schoolhouse Road in 1946, and our family has rented it to guests ever since. The house sits at the water’s edge on Mason’s Island: a wildlife estuary at the back, the Mystic River out front, and a sunset over the water most evenings. Downtown Mystic is a mile and a half away and I-95 is four miles, but you will mostly hear osprey.
Sleeps 7 · 3 bedrooms · 5 beds · 3 baths
From $2,884 per week See rates and availability
The house, at a glance
Waterfront & dock
The Mystic River at the door, with a private dock for your boat or kayaks.
Sunsets, most nights
The house faces west over the water; the sunsets are truly memorable and amazing.
A chef’s kitchen
Six-burner BlueStar gas range with oven, double electric ovens, custom built Walnut island with turquoise inlay, and the hand-built copper hood.
Osprey & egrets
Wildlife is everywhere, egrets, fish, along the beach and in the estuary behind the house. Ospreys hunting for food are a common sight, and there are always the families of ducks and geese that swim in front of the house.
Rooftop deck
Sunset watching from the top of the house, above the treetops.
Gas fireplace
For fall and winter stays: a realistic fire and heat without hauling wood.
Private beach
Extensive beaches with rock and sand beaches are great for exploring and watching wildlife above and below the water.
Grill & picnic
Cook outside on summer evenings and eat in the sunroom surrounded by water while watching a beautiful sunset.
A kitchen built by a chef
Doubled in 2016: a six-burner BlueStar range, double ovens, and the hand-built copper hood.
“The home is clearly a treasured family estate. The owners have carefully blended mid-century modern characteristics with all of the contemporary conveniences renters expect.”
“The house was comfortable, full of character, and perfectly positioned with beautiful views. Glori was generous, responsive, and made the stay feel easy and welcoming. A great spot overall and one we'd happily return to.”
“This home is the rental I always dreamed of. Beautiful home, unbelievably well stocked, perfect location in a private, secluded area but within minutes of Mystic.”
“My family doesn’t use VRBO that often, but this was an unbelievably fantastic stay. Felt like a high-end vacation. Cannot wait to stay again!”
Sunsets, all year long
The house faces west over the river: an incredible sunset most nights, from the dock or the rooftop deck.
News from the house
How booking works
No instant-book and no algorithm. We personally review every reservation request, because we are the people who own the house.
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You ask
Send us your dates. We answer every inquiry ourselves, usually within a day, and tell you plainly whether the week is free.
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We confirm
You sign a rental contract electronically. The first payment and the refundable damage deposit are due seven days later; the balance is due thirty days before you arrive.
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You arrive
Pay by card, or by check for a 3% discount. Connecticut room occupancy tax is quoted separately, never buried. The damage deposit is returned within fourteen days of check-out.
Cancellations: bookings are non-refundable, but if we can re-rent your week we refund on a pro-rated basis, and the damage deposit is always returned in full. We recommend travel insurance. Read the full contract before you inquire, not after.
Frequently asked questions
How long are stays, and what days do they run?
Stays are weekly with a Saturday changeover: you arrive on a Saturday and depart the following Saturday. For anything shorter or longer, ask us; we are the owners and we can be flexible outside peak weeks.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is 4:00 PM and check-out is 11:00 AM, which gives the house a proper cleaning between guests. If you need different times, ask ahead and we will say yes when the calendar allows.
How many people can stay?
The house sleeps 7, and only the people on your reservation stay overnight. Daytime visitors are welcome for a quiet gathering until 10:00 PM; parties and events are not permitted.
Can we bring our dog?
Often, yes: pets are welcome with our prior approval and a signed pet addendum. Tell us about your dog when you inquire. There is a fenced pet area on the waterfront; pets stay off the furniture.
Can we use the dock?
Yes: sitting, fishing, and launching kayaks or other non-motorized boats (check with us first). No jet skis or motorized watercraft. Children and non-swimmers need adult supervision on the waterfront: this is real shoreline, not a pool deck.
What is provided?
The house is fully furnished, with linens, towels, a completely equipped kitchen, the grill, and wifi. Your pre-arrival email carries the practical details, and the guest area of this site opens to you before your stay.
Is smoking allowed?
No. Smoking and vaping are prohibited inside and anywhere on the property, as are candles, incense, and open flames outside the grill.
Come stay with us
Book direct with the owners: no platform fees, and we answer every inquiry ourselves, usually within a day.