Hospitality as sweet as apple pie!
You’re going to love the soothing, handsome colors and maritime mural in the Joseph Conrad Guest Room at the historic Denison Home. Snuggle up in the amazingly comfortable bed with soft linens and a big fluffy duvet while enjoying the fireplace on those cold nights. Wake up to a beautiful mural, nautical curiosities, and complete privacy in this dapper ensuite. Located in the hamlet of Old Mystic near the head of the Mystic River, a breezy 3-mi drive to Mystic Seaport, shops, and restaurants!
My husband and I live in Mystic, a 5-minute drive from the 1784 Denison Home property. Lockboxes on the side deck left of the door are clearly labeled for each guest room. Even though you are set up for self-check-in, you may see one of us around watering plants, putting water out for guests, or turning on lights. But rest assured, we will respect your space and privacy. If you seek answers, would like suggestions, or even meet us, we are here for you and delight in sharing this lovely little village with visitors! We are available to help make your stay a perfect one!
Built by the relatives of the original family who settled on the east side of Mystic River, the 1784 Denison Home oozes with history and character! Located in the original colonial settlement of Mystic, the 1784 Denison Home is a short ride- three miles to sightseeing and Mystic eateries.
Do you desire a day to just relax after traveling? Make a to-go lunch or grab some takeout and one of our blankets and have lunch on our lawn under the big Maple trees or relax at gazebo or picnic table in the shade.
If you enjoy walking, jogging, or biking, we have complimentary bikes available, as part of your getaway, the scenic River Road is just around the corner across the little bridge.
Ready to go out and explore? Spend a day at the Mystic Seaport Museum and immerse yourself in maritime history. See the ships and buildings that inspired our room names at the 1784 Denison Home, Carriage House, and Williams & Smith Cottage next door~ you need to board the Charles W. Morgan, the last whaleship left!
Spend a day exploring the Mystic Aquarium and make a date with one of the Beluga Whales.
Craving a beach day? Pack one of our beach bags and towels and head over to a local beach or one of Rhode Island’s beaches- easily accessible with a 15-minute drive.
Rent a kayak or paddleboard and spend time exploring Mystic from the Mystic River!
Venture out to one of the wineries or breweries for an afternoon sip and taste.
Do you crave a bit of nature during your Mystic stay? Walk one of the many scenic farms nearby.
Also, Mystic is home to Clyde’s Cider Mill- the oldest steam power cider mill in the U.S. This special mill draws crowds in the fall to see the steam engine in action.
Whether you need relaxation or activity, Mystic offers both!
Mystic is a place to visit anytime, as you can attend events throughout the year!
* St. Patrick’s Day Parade
* Antique Boat Parade
* Mystic Outdoor Art Festival
* Chowder Days at Mystic Seaport
* Summer Sounds Concert series (Tuesday
evenings/summer)
* Blue Mondays Concert series (Monday evenings/summer)
* Clyde’s Cider Mill cider press demonstrations (a fall must
do!)
* Mystic Eats downtown Mystic
* Taste of Mystic at Olde Mistick Village
* Pirate Invasion Downtown Mystic
* Lantern Light Village at the Mystic Seaport
* Santa Arrives by Tugboat
* Holiday Lighted Boat Parade
* Downtown Holiday Stroll and Luminaria
* Community Carol Sing
* Lobster Trap Tree in Stonington Borough
* and more!
Mystic is a one-of-a-kind place!
* You will have a first-floor private room, the Joseph Conrad Guest Room w/ ensuite bathroom, all to yourself.
* All guests are free to enjoy the common spaces inside and outside.
* Please consider other guests regarding noise levels and proximity to one another in common areas.
* Like many of the homes in historical villages, there is not a garage but plenty of room for off-street parking.
* The driveway accommodates five cars. Please park behind the Denison Home and not in front of the Carriage House as that space is for our Carriage House guests. The side street, Haley’s Way, adjacent to our side yard, is also available for parking.
Hello and welcome 🙂
We are so delighted to offer warm and welcoming hospitality to you while visiting this quaint seafaring village of Mystic, CT.
The history buff in you will love the antiques and original features that pay homage to the maritime heritage of Mystic~ nautical murals, wide-planked floors, a beehive oven, square head nails, period trim, and a large center chimney that powers five working fireplaces!
The 1784 Denison Home, built by John Denison, a prominent family name who settled in colonial Mystic, CT, was a hat maker by trade (or did he ever become a “mad hatter?” The first floor of this home was most likely a hat store while he lived there.
After various owners, Charles Vincent purchased this house in the 1960s and turned the first floor into the Old Mystic Bookstore and when he turned 80 he sold it and moved to Maine~ he specialized in obscure 1st edition books and maritime maps, housing over 20,000-30,000 pieces. The locals remember the bookstore well and said you could hardly move through the rooms as books and maps rambled along on all surfaces from top to bottom but Vincent always new were his books and maps were when a customer put in a request. You can still see his maps in the front hallway preserved to this day!
This wonderful home was then renovated to a bed & breakfast and ran as the Old Mystic Inn for 33 years until 2019 when Michael, chef and last innkeeper, served his last guests his famous scrumptious breakfast.
This dear antique house has much history and many stories to tell over its 250 years and is meant to continue to open it’s doors to visitors who desire experiencing a piece of that history too! If only walls had ears, imagine the stories they could recount~ perhaps you can listen and hear the walls whisper words of the past!
HOUSE HIGHLIGHTS
* Nautical touches, antiques, modern amenities, and an eye for detail fill each room
* Perfect setup for couples, traveling companions, and Mother/Daughter trips
* Five ensuite private bedrooms set over the first and second floors
* Worksurface (if you must!)
* Seasonal working fireplace with DuraFlame log provided upon arrival
(except L.A. Dunton Guest Room which has a private balcony to make up for it)
* Light use of the kitchen; coffee maker, microwave, toaster, and fridge
* Central Mystic location is within a few minutes drive of attractions and the Mystic River
* Library room filled with books and Sonos music system
* New super comfy Casper memory foam mattresses and fresh pillows in every bedroom
* TVs in every bedroom
* High-speed internet
* Whimsical nautical murals by artist Susan Leach grace the walls of the Keeping Room, and each Guest Room, depicting Mystic history and the vessels the rooms are named after.
* Outdoor firepit with a starter wood bundle
* Multiple outdoor seating areas to gather and relax
* Plenty of parking available~ up to 5 spaces in the driveway and overflow parking available at the park next door
LOCATION
Located in the hamlet of Old Mystic at the head of the Mystic River. The 1784 Denison is just a 3-mile ride to the Mystic Seaport, shops, and restaurants. Enjoy seaport history and walk, or take a bike ride on the scenic River Road just around the corner from this Mystic historic home.
PRIVATE ROOMS – Five ensuite bedrooms
In honor of the Mystic Seaport Maritime Museum, we named our five ensuite guest rooms after the five National Registered Historic Vessels that call Mystic their home.
All bedrooms feature historically themed Susan Leach murals, new Casper memory foam mattresses, fresh pillows and beautiful linens, sitting area for two, 32” Smart TVs with Roku Stick, alarm clocks with sleep sounds, USB charger ports on each bedside, plenty of soft fluffy towels, and complimentary toiletries so that you can pack lighter.
**This listing**
Bedroom 1: Joseph Conrad Full-Rigged Ship (1st floor)
Sleeps two with a well-appointed queen-size bed, armoire, dresser, desk, and a working wood-burning fireplace (October-April). There is a cozy sitting area for two and an adjacent private bath with a shower/tub.
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Our other four guest rooms that you can book separately or ask to book the entire Denison Home
Bedroom 2: Charles Morgan, Last Wooden Whaleship (first floor)
Sleeps two with a well-appointed pencil post-queen-size bed, a closet, a work desk, and a working wood-burning fireplace (October-April). There is a cozy sitting area for two and an adjacent private bath with a shower/tub.
Bedroom 3: L.A. Dunton: Fishing Schooner (2nd floor)
Sleeps two with a well-appointed king-size bed, armoire, dresser, table with two chairs, and a loveseat. There is a cozy sitting area for two, a private balcony, and an adjacent private bath with a shower/tub.
Bedroom 4: Sabino: Steamboat (2nd floor)
Sleeps two with a well-appointed king-size bed, armoire, dresser, desk/table, and a working wood-burning fireplace (October-April). There is a cozy sitting area for two and a detached private bathroom.
Bedroom 5: Emma C. Berry: Noank Smack (2nd floor)
Sleeps two with a well-appointed pencil post-queen-size bed, armoire, dresser, desk/table, and a working wood-burning fireplace (October-April). There is a cozy sitting area for two and an adjacent private bath with a shower/tub.
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STAIRWAYS
Two stairways lead to the 2nd floor.
The front stairwell leading up to the Sabino and the Emma C. Berry Guest Rooms is narrow and typical of an antique colonial home of this period (think of the people that have climbed those stairs!)
The back stairwell, which leads to the Library Room, a common room, is wider and has a more modern feel.
OUTDOOR SPACES
Relax in the side yard with the gazebo, around the fire pit (bundle of wood provided), furnished with 6 Adirondack chairs, two hammocks, patio tables, an outside couch with a fire table.
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LARGER GROUPS?
In addition, we have two other adjacent properties in Old Mystic, CT.
The Carriage House offers four charming first-floor individual rooms. On the second floor is a two-bedroom apartment with a kitchen, dining room, living room, and one full bathroom with shower/tub that can accommodate four more guests~ the Carriage House can accommodate 12-14 guests, depending on your needs and what you’d like to reserve.
The 1807 Williams Home & Smith Cottage, an antique center colonial historic gem and additional guesthouse, can accommodate up to 14 guests and is adjacent to the Denison Home property.
We can accommodate 36-38 guests in the three adjacent properties. Reserving any combination of these nautically-themed New England homes will offer you flexibility and a unique stay unlike anything else in Mystic. Whether you’re celebrating a birthday, anniversary, family reunion, or traveling for a wedding, we can guide you in your selection. 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 1784 Denison Home property, and we would love to host you!
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 fine work- Thank you, Johnathan!!
Getting to this magical place…
* Mystic is conveniently located midway between Boston and New York.
* Less than 1 mile off Interstate 95 (exit 90)
* T. F. Green Airport, Providence, RI 43 mi/43 min drive
* Mystic Train Station 3.0 miles
* Will require an Uber if you don’t have a car
ID VERIFICATION
We are committed to protecting our guests, properties, and ourselves which is why 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.)
We thank you kindly for your participation in our trust and safety program~ we’re here to provide a worry-free experience for all parties involved.
PROPERTY TRUTHS
The Denison Home is on Main Street across from the Old Mystic Post Office. It’s busy during the day but a quiet and peaceful hamlet in the evenings.
The Denison Home is down the street from the Old Mystic Fire Station, so it’s possible you’ll hear sirens during your stay. However, it’s a comfort to know they’re so close too:-)
As the 1784 Denison Home is circa 1784, the floorboards are wide and do move and creak a bit, but I think you’ll appreciate how it adds to the charm and character of an antique home.
With wooden homes, sometimes doors stick and need a push or a pull, as wood naturally expands and contracts with the New England weather.
Original glass windows can be drafty in the wintertime.
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