If you’re already excited about the holiday season like we are, it’s time to start planning your winter getaways in New England, and Mystic is one of the best places to visit for holiday magic. In fact, Travel + Leisure included Mystic in a list of the top “20 Most Beautiful Winter Towns in the US.” We couldn’t agree more! Our charming maritime town truly comes to life with winter magic.
It’s no wonder that last year, downtown Mystic was the filming location for a Hallmark movie, Mystic Christmas, the ideal place for a rom-com with all of the sparking lights, decorations, and snowy weather. If you’re looking for a place to go for a romantic getaway this winter, our charming small town is only 2.5 hours from New York City and only 2 hours from Boston, the perfect distance for a road trip with your favorite person!
Before you start filling your itinerary for your winter trip, you’ll want to secure your lodging, and our Mystic bed and breakfast is a wonderful place to start your story. Our historic B&B offers 10 guest rooms, split between our historic manor, built in 1807, and our renovated yellow barn. Each room is uniquely decorated and outfitted with its own collection of amenities, some of which include luxury robes and toiletries, gas fireplaces, and whirlpool tubs. Book your room today!
Best Winter Getaways in New England: Mystic, CT
Downtown Mystic offers a variety of activities year-round. Take a leisurely stroll along the picturesque river, immerse yourself in the rich maritime history at the Mystic Seaport Museum, and indulge in a shopping spree at the charming Olde Mistick Village. Don’t let the colder weather deter you – there’s still plenty of fun to be had in downtown Mystic!
Plus, the holiday decorations, including ships in sparkling lights, are as romantic as it gets! Here are the best things to do on your winter getaways in New England:
- You can’t head to downtown Mystic without walking across the historic 1922 Bascule Bridge spanning the Mystic River—and make sure you stick around long enough to see it raise to let sailboats through. In the wintertime, you’ll see icicles forming on the steel railings.Â
- Visit the world-renowned Mystic Seaport Museum, the nation’s largest and most informative maritime museum. Even if you know very little of Mystic’s seafaring past, this is an incredible museum, home to world-class exhibitions of history, art, iconic ships, and so much more.
- A great indoor activity for a rainy day is visiting the Mystic Aquarium, home to the only Beluga Whale exhibit in New England.
- There is plenty of wonderful shopping in downtown Mystic, a great place to get something special to take home or pick up unique gifts not found elsewhere.
- For more great shopping with a historic twist, visit the Olde Mystik Village, which hosts a unique collection of specialty shops and restaurants. The village was built as a replica of a 1720-style colonial village and will surely charm you.
- Visit the Mystic Museum of Art, which has been on the shores of the Mystic River for more than 100 years and offers a delightful collection of art.
- You can’t visit Mystic without grabbing some pizza at the famed Mystic Pizza, made famous by the movie of the same title.
- There are so many fantastic restaurants in downtown Mystic offering creative culinary fare, scrumptious seafood preparations, and talented chefs making waves in the dining world.Â
Book our Mystic Bed and Breakfast this Winter!
Now that you have a few great ideas for the best romantic winter getaways in New England, you can begin to plan your own! Browse the spacious and beautiful rooms and suites at Stonecroft Country Inn! Our cozy quarters are guaranteed to refresh and warm you this winter. Each of our guest rooms comes with its own unique amenities, including private baths, luxury robes, toiletries, complimentary snacks, and some include amenities like fireplaces and whirlpool tubs.
Enjoy the peace and quiet of our 6.5-acre country grounds, filled with expansive lawns and gardens—even more beautiful when they’re covered in snow. Bundle up and take the time to enjoy the fresh air and country quiet on a winter stroll while also admiring the 200-year-old stone walls that surround our property—a remnant common to historic parts of Connecticut.
Each morning of your stay will start off with our delicious breakfast, which is made from scratch daily in our kitchen. Our morning fare features homemade entrees prepared with seasonal, local ingredients and is the perfect way to fuel up for the winter’s day ahead. We can’t wait to be the homebase for your own romantic story this holiday season. Book your lodging in Mystic today!
