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The Secret Mermaid in downtown Mystic! Beautiful & just remodeled!

Family-friendly stay near Mystic Seaport

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Exterior
A sailboat docked at a marina with buildings and trees in the background.
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Dining
A kitchen with white cabinets, a granite countertop, a wooden floor, and a bar stool.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Groton, CT
  • Place, Mystic Downtown Marina
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Mystic Arts Center
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Mystic River Bascule Bridge
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London)
    ‪9 min drive‬

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About the area

Mystic

Mystic River Historic District stay.Your stay at this Mystic River Historic District vacation home places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Mystic Seaport and Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration. Mystic Downtown Marina and Mystic Arts Center are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Mystic Downtown Marina - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Mystic Arts Center - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Mystic River Bascule Bridge - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Mystic Seaport - The Museum of America and the Sea - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Mystic Seaport - 3 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Mystic Station - 19 min walk
  • New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mystic Pizza - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Sift Bake Shop - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Mystic Drawbridge Ice Cream - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Engine Room - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Captain Daniel Packer Inne - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Secret Mermaid in downtown Mystic! Beautiful & just remodeled!

LOCATION! This historic Downtown Mystic gem has just been completely renovated top to bottom, inside & out in 2023! New furniture and linens too! Enjoy a lemonade on the front porch & watch the world go by on a Summer night or wine by the fire on a chilly one. Park your cars in the driveway and walk to amazing restaurants and wonderful downtown attractions in 2-5 mins! For water enthusiasts public dock, boat ramp, transient dockage, and kayak & paddle board rentals are all across the street. Concerts, boat tours , art fairs ,seaport & aquarium all so close! Enjoy 2 wonderful beaches; Esker Point and Williams are 2.3 miles in each direction. Award winning Sift bakery is 1/3 of a mile away! Capt. Daniel Packer is across the street just .13 of a mile! Central AC & heat, large eat-in kitchen and dining room that seats 10. Beds are pillowtop with crisp cotton linens, recliners, flat-screen TV's in bedrooms, plush towels & a well stocked kitchen make this your home away from home in Mystic!

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 24

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Lock the doors and return the keys
Hope you enjoyed your stay! Please put used towels in laundry room, start dishwasher and return keys to lockbox. Thanks so much!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: pack n play etc. on property

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Secret Mermaid in downtown Mystic! Beautiful & just remodeled! to the airport?

This vacation home is 5.4 mi (14-min drive) away from the New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Secret Mermaid in downtown Mystic! Beautiful & just remodeled! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is The Secret Mermaid in downtown Mystic! Beautiful & just remodeled! to the beach?

This vacation home is 14.8 mi (29-min drive) from Misquamicut State Beach and 14 mi (28-min drive) from Ocean Beach Park. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Secret Mermaid in downtown Mystic! Beautiful & just remodeled! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Secret Mermaid in downtown Mystic! Beautiful & just remodeled!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Foxwoods Resort Casino (19-min drive) and Rainmaker Casino (20-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at The Secret Mermaid in downtown Mystic! Beautiful & just remodeled!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Secret Mermaid in downtown Mystic! Beautiful & just remodeled!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does The Secret Mermaid in downtown Mystic! Beautiful & just remodeled! have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does The Secret Mermaid in downtown Mystic! Beautiful & just remodeled! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is The Secret Mermaid in downtown Mystic! Beautiful & just remodeled! to downtown Mystic?

This vacation home is 0.4 mi away from Mystic.

The Secret Mermaid in downtown Mystic! Beautiful & just remodeled! Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 57 out of 57 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 57 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 57 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 57 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 57 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Peter V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Joseph k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice kitchen, close to downtown, friendly host
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Hannah T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House is adorably decorated and so cozy! It was the perfect home away from home!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nancy O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was perfect for us, so many nice touches in the house!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Betty M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent stay Stairs are pretty steep to bedrooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Frank T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home is in a perfect location, unbelievably well kept and equipped.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing property in an amazing location! The house had everything that we needed for our 4 day stay in Mystic! Beautiful, comfortable home!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jason P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home was perfect for our family visit during parents weekend with our cadet at the Coast Guard Academy. Great location with easy access to downtown Mystic, clean, and comfortable. We had a wonderful time and hope to stay agin in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nick V.

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

Weekend in Mystic

Jon and Mia have a great property and it was a perfect place to stay! Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Crystal M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mia and Jon's property was great for a Thanksgiving trip to visit family nearby. It was very clean with comfortable beds, fluffy towels and stocked with great hand soaps and mini toiletries. It was an easy walk to Mystic Pizza, Sift bake shop, shopping and the drawbridge. We enjoyed our stay and Mia thoughtfully added decorative touches to the home for our Thanksgiving celebration. We hope to be back soon.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kerry M.

This was an excellent home in a perfect location! We e
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Christine R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is the prettiest, cleanest, warmest home we've ever stayed in! From the new appliances to the decorative touches, the Secret Mermaid is charming. My book club friends cozied up to the fireplace on a stormy night. It was a perfect New England stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

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

Another great stay

This is our second year and it was as good as the first. Jon and Mia are great hosts, always responsive and want to make the best of your stay. This property has all you need and is so close to great restaurants, downtown shops and the Seaport Museum. Will stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Frederique L.

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

Great family stay!

I highly recommend to stay in the secret mermaid, great location, walking distance to Mystic restaurants, shops and museums. The house was perfect. And the hosts are just amazing. We had a wonderful family time!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Norma B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Secret Mermaid was a hit with my family. They all want to stay again when we visit my sister and her family in Noank. We were able to walk into Mystic easily. Comfortable beds, easy kitchen to work in, beautifully appointed bathrooms with fluffy towels, great dining room for 10 and lovely living room with a great fireplace.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ivory U.

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

Perfect Family Getaway

We loved everything about this property. The house was perfection and the perfect distance to downtown Mystic. We will absolutely be returning.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Angela L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home with all the amenities
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Brittany C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had the absolute best time at Mia and Jon's place! It was so beautiful, comfortable, and perfectly located. It has everything we needed for our baby and toddler. Mia and Jon also left some really thoughtful touches and were great communicators. We'll definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Victoria T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is beautiful. Old charm with modern convenience. Close to everything. Amazing hosts!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lauren C.

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

Fantastic Thoughtful Family Stay

We had a great stay at the Secret Mermaid. The space was so well thought out and meticulously set up for everyone in our group. We had a 4yo and 1yo with us and the girls were so excited about the bunk bed room and all the books and stuffed animals in the house. There were games and beach supplies, fully stocked with kitchen supplies for adults and kids. I can't recommend this spot enough!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

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

Wonderful family time and so close to downtown

Everything you see is what you get and we appreciated the little touches. Just about all you need is already there and just a quick walk into downtown. Perfect location, loved the decor and perfect space for our family. Look forward to staying here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah T.

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

Perfect house, perfect location

My family and I had a great time at the Secret Mermaid house. It’s so clean, cozy, and spacious. The location is perfect. The fireplace was the star this weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Dolores C.

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

Very nice and clean home and convenient to downtown Mystic, which is awesome

We had an excellent stay home was very very clean and convenient to downtown Mystic. Just please know that if you have an elderly person that the bedrooms are all upstairs. House is totally stocked with everything else you’ll ever need and we certainly appreciate that as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Bryn B.

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

1000% recommend!!

This was the perfect house for our family vacation. We were traveling with a 1 1/2 year old and a four month old and the hosts were so accommodating and helpful throughout our stay! Perfect location. We could not have imagined a better place to stay!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Rebecca F.

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

Wonderful house and location!

This place was perfect for our girls college reunion trip! The house was beautiful with no detail missed, the fore place was great for At night to watch movies in the living room. The porches were great for morning coffees. The location to all things downtown in Mystic was just wonderful. We look for was Ed to coming back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025