Make Plans to Visit Mystic Seaport Museum This Year

10 BEST Reasons to Visit the Mystic Seaport Museum, photo of a ship docked outside the museum

The Mystic Seaport Museum has been a presence in the downtown area since the late 1920s, and it’s a favorite destination of visitors and locals alike on the Mystic River. It’s set on 19 acres along the waterfront and marina with more than 60 historic and meticulously restored buildings and four sailing vessels, all registered […]

Day Trip to the Newport Mansions from our Mystic Bed and Breakfast

Newport Mansions, photo of the interior of a Newport Mansion in Rhode island

New England has a rich and fascinating history, and it lives here in beautifully preserved architecture, famed lighthouses, and an abundance of antique treasures. You’ll see history at its finest on a tour of the Newport Mansions in Rhode Island during your next trip to our Mystic Bed and Breakfast. These eleven magnificent homes are […]

The Ultimate List of Things to do in Mystic, CT in 2023

The best things to do in Mystic, CT. Two people enjoying the Mystic River via kayak with buildings in the background

For those of us already planning our first vacations of the new year, there are so many fun things to do in Mystic, CT! If you haven’t been to New England or our charming seaport town, 2023 is the time. From sailing on the calm waters of the Long Island Sound and kayaking on the […]

The Best Connecticut Bed and Breakfast for Romance

Connecticut in the Fall

Our Connecticut Bed and Breakfast is surrounded by one of the most beautiful places in the country. We’re just about to reach the peak fall foliage season here in Mystic, the weather is cool and crisp, and the holidays will be here before you know it. This all means it’s the perfect time of year […]

The Mystic Seaport Museum & Mystic Aquarium

Mystic Seaport Museum

The Mystic Seaport Museum and Mystic Aquarium are two of the biggest attractions in downtown Mystic. You could easily visit these two facilities in one day—hit one in the morning, grab lunch, and then hit the other in the afternoon. At the Mystic Seaport Museum, your visit will be filled with interesting historical facts about […]

Take in the Stunning Connecticut Fall Foliage near our B&B

Connecticut Fall Foliage

A recent announcement by the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protect predicted an early start for the Connecticut fall foliage change this year. Historically, the leaves begin to switch from lush greens to golden and reddish hues in mid-October but expect to see these autumnal colors starting as soon as the last week of […]

The Ultimate List of Things to do in Mystic this Fall

Things to do in Mystic

Autumn is such a beautiful time of year to visit Connecticut, and there are so many fantastic things to do in Mystic during the fall. One of the biggest draws is the stunning changing of the leaves; the forests go from shades of green to bright pops of yellows, golds, reds, and oranges covering the […]

Sail with Argia Mystic Cruises and More Boat Tours

Argia Mystic Cruises

For May to October, one of our favorite experiences to suggest to our guests is sailing with Argia Mystic Cruises. The 81-foot schooner Argia is built of Honduran mahogany on white oak with seating for all 49 passengers. They offer morning, noon, afternoon, and sunset sailings on the calm waters of the Fishers Island Sound, […]

Soak up the Sun at these Connecticut Beaches

Connecticut Beaches

Our Connecticut beaches are a huge draw to this area during the summer months. These beautiful New England sandy shorelines are ideal for swimming, sunbathing, and picnicking. And talk about picturesque, with sailboats off on the horizon, classic lighthouses and historic homes peppering the coastline, and the pristine waters of the Long Island Sound and […]

Have Some Fun at Foxwoods Casino Near Mystic CT

Foxwoods Casino

While we’re all about quiet walks in the woods, strolling along the New England coast, and romantic dinners overlooking the Long Island Sound, sometimes you feel like the glitz and glamour of a casino! And the Foxwoods Casino, only ten minutes from our Mystic Bed and Breakfast, has it all. In fact, the large complex […]

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