Yachts For Sale In Mystic

Mystic is an iconic New England village on the southeast shoreline of Connecticut. The historic village is part of both towns of Groton and Stonington, CT separated east and west by the Mystic River. To south are Mason’s Island, Noank, and the Long Island and Block Island Sounds. The name Mystic was derived from the Pequot term for large tidal river, “Missi-tuk.” Founded in 1654, Mystic became a prominent shipbuilding and whaling center during 17th – 19th centuries. Over 600 ships were built, including the fast clipper ships, during the 135-year span from 1784. The first regular ironclad vessel, Galena was launched in 1861 from Mystic’s shipyards. The whaling industry faded out by the early 20th century as whale oil was replaced by other fuels, like coal and oil. Today Mystic is a major tourist destination, drawing visitors from around the world with its many attractions and coastal town charm. Mystic Seaport and Mystic Aquarium are two of Connecticut’s most visited attractions.

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Mystic Seaport Museum is America’s leading maritime museum set on 19-acre grounds along the Mystic River. A 19th century seafaring village recreates the activities of shipbuilding with blacksmiths, coopers, printers, and shipwrights, along with a working preservation shipyard to maintain and restore the museum’s collection of historic vessels. The highlight of Mystic Seaport is the Charles W Morgan—the last wooden whaleship in the world and oldest commercial ship still afloat in the USA! The Charles W Morgan set sail 37 times between 1841 to 1921 when the whaling commerce ended. Visitors can step aboard to imagine life aboard this majestic ship during the “Great Age of Sail.”

The Museum’s historic watercraft collection is the largest in the US and includes four National Historic Landmark vessels. Visitors can also learn about the stars and navigation at the Planetarium. The museum’s galleries feature world-class exhibits of history, art, and more. The Seaport has a variety of onsite restaurants and offers Mystic River tours. Visitors arriving by boat are welcome to stay at the Mystic Seaport Marina with well-protected docks on the Mystic River, a short distance from the Long Island Sound. The Marina is a 2020 Elite Fleet Boaters Choice Award Winner. Open year-round; reserve via Dockwa.com. A stay at the Mystic Seaport Marina includes admission to the Museum and dockage includes wireless Internet, power, water, laundry facilities and more. Dock office is on Chubb’s Wharf near the Charles W Morgan.

Historic Downtown Mystic is in the Mystic Bridge historic district with superb shopping, dining, and nightlife on both sides of the bridge (Groton-west/Stonington-east). The waterfront district is set among 18th century colonial-era sea captain’s homes, church steeples and historic landmarks like the Mystic River Bascule Drawbridge itself, built in 1922. Foodies will appreciate the award-winning eateries of all types and sweet shops. Shoppers will enjoy the over 80 independently owned specialty shops and galleries. Summertime is the season for free concerts at the Mystic River Park.

Mystic pizza, anyone? Mystic Pizza, located on the west (Groton) side of Mystic River was opened in 1973 by the Zelepos family. Screenwriter Amy Jones, who was summering in the area, wrote a story centered around the pizza restaurant that was made into a movie released in 1988 starring Julia Roberts, making Mystic Pizza an immediate tourist attraction! Demand for the pizza is so strong, a second Mystic Pizza store was opened in North Stonington (east side). Of course, it is excellent pizza based on a secret family recipe!

Olde Mystick Village is a shopping mall laid out as a 1720 Colonial Village with a town green, duck pond, gazebo, birdhouses, and pedestrian-only walkways to provide shoppers with a unique destination experience as they shop world-class specialty shops and restaurants. Olde Mystick Village on Coogan Blvd. is easily accessible from I-95 and Rt 27. Next to the mall on Coogan Blvd, is the Mystic Aquarium with indoor and outdoor exhibits. The aquarium features 1000’s of animals and is the only aquarium in New England with beluga whales. Visitors can also enjoy live presentations of California sea lions.
Mystic’s Denison Homestead Museum (aka Pequotsepos Manor) is a 300-year-old family farm preserved through the generations and located on 160-acres of private property, only 5 minutes from Downtown. The Homestead features the 1717 House Museum, Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center, and a farmers’ market. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the Museum is open June-October, Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and Monday with tours available year-round by appointment. The Mystic Museum of Art a 100+ year-old establishment that was founded as an arts and cultural center for southeast Connecticut. The museum hosts events and educational programs for youth and adults in addition to art exhibitions.
Established in 1888, BF Clyde’s Cider Mill is the oldest steam powered cider mill in America. The September season opens with sweet cider, hard cider, apple cider donuts, apples, apple pies, pumpkin bread and much more.

Outdoor modern attraction, Aerial Adventure Park at Fields of Fire was custom built for family outdoor adventures on 50 acres of Mystic, Connecticut woodlands. The Park features 5 high up obstacle courses with zip lines for 3 hours of climbing adventure. The courses range from beginner to expert. There is a large picnic table area and 3 signature fire pits; private party tents are available for special group events. Aerial Adventures can create customizable experiences and offers night climbs. Aerial Adventure Park is only 5 minutes from downtown Mystic and 15 minutes from either Mohegan Sun or Foxwoods Casinos.
Mystic and surrounding towns have many highly rated marinas offering transient slips. The following are a few of the marinas in Mystic.

Mystic Downtown Marina is a small family-run marina located in historic downtown Mystic. Once a major seaport, Mystic is now a popular vacation destination. The marina offers 29 slips for vessels ranging 10 to 55 ft. Amenities include walking distance to downtown, laundry facilities, restroom/showers, ice, WiFi, cable TV, picnic area with gas grill and fire pits, patio dock, nearby fuel, pump-out available, and plenty of parking. Transient slips can be booked on Dockwa.com.

Fort Rachel Marina, located in Mystic’s historical district, is a full-service marina that dates to the War of 1812. It is an ideal location for cruising Long Island and Block Island Sounds. Fort Rachel Marina received the Boaters Choice Award for 2017 and 2018. The Marina offers 110 storm protected slips for vessels up to 60 ft. Each slip comes with shore power hook-up, cable TV, water, and WiFi. Dock hands are available to assist and the onsite Service Dept offers maintenance and repairs, detailing, rigging, a 35-ton Marine Travelift, and more. Only a brief walk to downtown Mystic and all the village has to offer and a short cab ride to both world-famous casinos (Mohegan Sun and Foxwoods).

Mystic Point Marina is a Lockwood Marina (one of 5 locations on the CT shoreline), on the northeast tip of Mason’s Island in the Mystic River. The full-service marina offers 100 boat slips for vessels up to 46 ft, upgraded shore power, and fresh water. Mystic Point enjoys a top reputation for its boat maintenance and repair services. Family boating focused, the marina is conveniently located on Mystic Harbor to access the best fishing spots and vacation destinations (Mystic CT, Stonington CT, Groton CT, Clinton CT, and Watch Hill RI). The marina is also convenient to popular boating destinations such as Napatree Point, Point Judith, Newport, Montauk, and Long Island.

Mason’s Point Marina is a full-service marina on the Mystic River and Mystic Harbor with Certified Mechanics on staff. It offers 120 floating dock slips and 20 moorings located in a well-protected cove just a short distance from the main channel of Mystic River. The marina accommodates boats from 10 to 50 ft length, with 5.5 ft water at low tide. WiFi is available from all slips.

Safe Harbor Mystic has wet slips to accommodate vessels 10 ft to 80 ft with 25 ft maximum beam, 12 ft draft, and no height restriction. Slips include WiFi, shore power hook-ups, fresh water, and cable TV hook-ups. Fuel dock with ValvTect Marine Gas and Diesel Fuel. Transient slips to 72 ft can be booked via Dockwa.com. Full marine services and self-service yard are available.
Gwenmor Marina Inc. is family-owned and operated since 1969.

The north dock was completely upgraded in 2020 and the south dock is slated for upgrading this year. The marina is positioned at the mouth of Mystic River and is a short stroll to downtown restaurants and shops. Gwenmor is a full-service marina with Ships Store. Can accommodate Beam of Slip from 11.5 ft to 16 ft. Amenities include 50amp service, fresh water, cable TV, WiFi, dock carts, dinghy storage, restrooms, ice (outside of Ships Store), BBQ area, yard games, parking. Transients are welcome but limited to 2 days—must reserve.

Other highly rated marinas in Mystic are Mystic River Marina, Seaport Marine, Willow Point Marina, Mystic Shipyard, Mystic Ship Yard East.