Notes from the host
Historic 1807 Williams Home
Immerse yourselves in bygone days when at the 1807 Williams Home!
Filled with nautical New England inspiration and oozing with history and character throughout, our 4-bed/3.5-bath, pet-friendly vacation home was built by the relatives of one of the original families who settled on the east side of the Mystic River. Located in the quaint seafaring hamlet of Old Mystic at the Head O' the River, you will be central to all area attractions. Walk or bike the scenic River Road, and only a 5-minute drive to Mystic Seaport Museum and outstanding restaurants.
Experience colonial patriotic charm with 21st-century comfort and a splash of pure, homegrown hospitality to make your Mystic stay most relaxing.
A historical retreat…
The history buff in you will love the story behind the 1807 Williams Home. The building started as the Wayside Inn, a regular stopping point for stagecoaches on their New London-Providence runs. On January 17, 1840, Secretary of State Daniel Webster, traveling by sleigh, stopped in for a drink on his way to the Groton Ferry to catch a boat to New York! If only walls had ears, imagine the stories they could recount. Perhaps you could listen and hear the walls whisper words of the past!
HIGHLIGHTS
* Nautical touches, antiques, modern amenities, and an eye for detail fill each room of the 1807 Williams Home
* Perfect set up for family and friend gatherings
* 2 common rooms and a dining room
* 3 bedrooms (sleeps 10) with one bedroom on the first floor
* New super comfy Casper memory foam mattresses and fresh pillows
* New smart TVs in every bedroom
* 3rd floor 65" Sony smart TV, sectional couch, Sony sound bar, and subwoofer
* Fully equipped kitchen
* Central Mystic location within a few minute's drive of attractions and the Mystic River
* Nautical murals by artist Susan Leach grace the walls
* Fast Wi-Fi ideal for streaming or catching up with the office
* Outdoor firepit
* Multiple outdoor seating areas to gather and relax
* Parking is available~ up to 5 spaces
LOCATION
We are located on Main Street in the hamlet of Old Mystic at the head of the Mystic River. 1807 Williams House is a 5-minute ride to the Mystic Seaport, shops, and restaurants, where you can indulge in Mystic River and Mystic Seaport history. Walk or bike on the scenic River Rd just around the corner from our home!
The Williams Home property is on Main Street, on a bustling corner at a 3-way stop sign across from Holly Hock Antiques and Old Mystic Post Office. It's busy with road noise during the day but a quiet and peaceful hamlet in the evenings.
The Williams Home is just around the corner from scenic River Road to downtown Mystic- a great walk, jog, or bike ride.
Haley's Way Playground and Field are located behind the property- a great place to bring the kids and your pup to run.
LIVING & ENTERTAINMENT
Two common rooms and a formal dining room mean that your family or friend group can spread out and relax completely during your stay. There is space for everyone, whether you want to come together as a group or take some 'you' time in a relaxing, private nook.
The Tavern Room (1st- floor)
A fabulous relaxing space to gather with family and friends filled with nautical antiques and furnished with a long navy blue couch, four comfy side chairs, and ottomans for extra seating. The antique colonial fireplace with an electric fireplace insert adds a layered, warm ambiance. The Sonos music system finishes off the tavern atmosphere. You'll find plenty of board games and puzzles for fun evenings together.
The Sailmaker (3rd-floor)
This 3rd-floor common area is open to the bedroom on the other side of the attic and is furnished with a large sectional sofa and a queen pullout couch.
With a Sony 65" Smart Sony TV, this is a great space for children to hang out after dinner. It also means you can enjoy a laid-back after-dinner conversation around the dining table or in the Tavern Room.
There is also a Sony Channel Soundbar with a Wireless Subwoofer and Dolby Atmos/DTS:X, a Nest mini, and plenty of board games and puzzles.
COOKING & DINING (1st-floor)
Cook from the heart in our fully equipped kitchen, which has everything you need to whip up fabulous meals.
The Keeping Room is our intimate dining area, which seats up to 10 guests. It features a room-length nautical mural, Sonos System speakers for ambient background music, and plenty of antique dishes to set the mood for a memorable experience.
SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
The 1807 Williams House offers three individual guest bedrooms, themed after historic buildings at the Mystic Seaport Museum, and one attic guest room with a TV area and a sleeper sectional sofa. (Five beds sleeps 10 guests).
All bedrooms feature historically themed Susan Leach murals, new Casper memory foam mattresses, fresh pillows, beautiful linens, smart TVs with Roku Sticks, alarm clocks with sleep sounds, USB charger ports on each bedside, iron and ironing board, plenty of soft fluffy towels, and complimentary toiletries so you can pack lighter.
BEDROOM 1: Cordage Room (1st-floor)
Sleeps 2-3; queen bed, twin daybed, ensuite bath with shower/tub, and kitchenette
*The bed is very high and may require the use of our bed steps*
BEDROOM 2: Ship Carver Room (2nd- floor)
Sleeps 2: king bed, work desk, loveseat, antique fireplace (decorative only), and a large ensuite bathroom with a walk-in shower.
BEDROOM 3: Cooperage Room (2nd- floor)
Sleeps 2; queen bed, armoire, fireplace with an electric fireplace insert, and a cozy sitting area
Across the hallway, the detached full bathroom with a shower/tub is shared with guests in the Sailmaker attic bedroom, which is equipped with a washer and dryer.
BEDROOM 4: Sailmaker Room (3rd-floor)
Sleeps 4: queen rope bed, work desk, wingback chair, L-shaped sectional sofa has a pullout queen bed to accommodate 2 guests. Guests on the 3rd-floor share the detached full bathroom on the 2nd floor with Cooperage Room guests.
**NOTE**
The attic bedroom and common room, which has a sectional queen sleeper sofa and TV, are open to one another without complete separation. Guests staying in the attic must be aware of and comfortable with the sleeping arrangements.
OUTDOOR SPACE
Chill out in the shared backyard, which includes 6 Adirondack chairs, two picnic tables, and two hammocks. There is also a shared firepit (a bundle of firewood is provided) and a 32" propane grill (for your use only, with propane provided).
Smith Cottage guests share the backyard and off-street parking (unless you reserve both homes for your group).
FAMILY & DOG
At 1807 Williams Home, we welcome children and your furry family members. You'll find a high chair, pack-n-play, baby tub for little guests, and plenty of board games and books to keep younger guests occupied.
We welcome 2 well-behaved dogs of small to medium size. Please check out our house rules and confirm dog guests when you book.
Our fee is $75/pet, which will be requested at your confirmed reservation.
PROPERTY TRUTHS
The Williams Home & Smith Cottage property is on Main Street on a bustling corner at a 3-way stop sign across Holly Hock Antiques and the Old Mystic Post Office. It's busy with road noise during the day but a quiet and peaceful hamlet in the evenings.
Outdoor spaces and parking are shared with guests staying in the Williams Home main house and the Smith Cottage.
As the Williams Home is circa 1807, the floorboards are wide and move and creak a bit, but I think you'll appreciate how it adds to the charm and character of an antique home.
Sometimes, wooden homes' 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. While we treat for insects, occasionally, they find their way inside.
LARGER GROUPS
In addition to the Williams Home and Smith Cottage (which can accommodate up to 14 guests if reserved together), we have 2 more adjacent properties: the Denison Home (which can accommodate 10 guests) and the Carriage House (which can accommodate 14 guests), so we can accommodate 36-38 guests for larger gatherings.
We are sure you would love to stay at the 1807 Williams Home, and we'd love to host you!
Warmly,
Debbie (& Paul, too)
Mystic Vacation Rentals LLC
Hosted byDebbie and Paul Bied
