Spend the Day in Historic Downtown Mystic

Downtown Mystic

Downtown Mystic is home to the world’s largest Maritime Museum, Colonial-era sea Captain’s homes, historical landmarks, and lovely local shops and restaurants. It’s a charming small town that exudes character at every turn, with church steeples off in the distance and giant ships docked in the harbor. One of the best things about Downtown Mystic […]

Explore Bluff Point State Park this Spring

Bluff Point State Park

Finally, we’re getting closer to the hiking season! And Bluff Point State Park is a hidden gem tucked between the Poquonnock River and Mumford Cove on the Long Island Sound. Located in the charming small town of Groton, Connecticut, the park encompasses an undeveloped peninsula that has picturesque beach fronts, steep cliffs, lush forests, and […]

Day Trip: Things to do in Rhode Island

things to do in Rhode Island

There’s no shortage of exciting and entertaining activities to experience in Mystic. Still, if you’re in Connecticut for a more extended stay, it’s a great idea to plan a day trip full of all the fantastic things to do in Rhode Island. Not only is it a lovely scenic drive through the New England countryside […]

Find the Best Seafood at these Mystic Restaurants

Mystic restaurants

Any time you come to Connecticut, you’ll want to enjoy our bounty of fresh seafood the waterfront locale affords, and these Mystic Restaurants are a great place to do just that. You’ll find every style of dining in our charming village, from casual fish and chips joints, elegant fine-dining establishments and fantastic happy hour menus. […]

Have a Cozy Wine Tasting at Stonington Vineyards

Stonington Vineyards

Winter and early spring in Connecticut is the perfect time for cozy wine tastings along the CT Wine Trail, and Stonington Vineyards is one of our favorite places near our Mystic Bed and Breakfast. The winery and tasting room is less than 15 minutes from our Inn along the beautiful scenic back roads. Stonington Vineyards […]

Make Sure to Visit Clyde’s Cider Mill Near Mystic This Fall

Clyde's Cider Mill

Fall is all about apple cider (the drink or in donut form), wine tasting, and pumpkin spice and at B. F. Clyde’s Cider Mill you can find it all. Since 1881, Clyde’s Cider Mill has been bottling and selling hard ciders, apple wine, jams, jellies, and other fall related goods. In fact, the mill is […]

Grab a Bite to Eat at Mystic Pizza CT This Summer

mystic pizza CT

Sometimes you just have to be a tourist. And one of those sort of “cheesy” sightseeing things to do in Mystic CT is getting a slice of pie at Mystic Pizza CT. We all know it from the 1980s romantic comedy starring Julia Roberts as the young wistful waitress. While the storyline may have been […]

The Best Mystic Cruises to Take This Summer

mystic cruises

One of the most memorable things to do in Connecticut this summer is boarding one of the many Mystic cruises available. It’s truly the best way to take in the picturesque shoreline with historical landmarks and lighthouses, all while sailing along on the calm waters of the Mystic River, Fishers Island and Long Island Sounds. […]

Enjoy Sailing With Argia Mystic Cruises This Summer

Argia Mystic Cruises

The first sailing of the Argia Mystic Cruises departs on May 1st and it’s truly a perfect way to spend a day with the wind in your hair on the waters of the Fishers Island Sound. You’ll take in the maritime scenes along the coast from the 81 foot Argia sailing vessel, including the Morgan […]

Enjoy the CT Wine Trail Near our Bed and Breakfast

CT Wine Trail

Though Connecticut might not be the first state that comes to mind when thinking about well-known wine regions, you’ll be pleasantly surprised by the wineries found here along the CT Wine Trail. In fact, the Southern New England AVAs are one of the fastest growing wine regions in the US. It’s the diverse maritime climate […]

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