The historic Stonecroft Country Inn is a Mystic Connecticut Bed and Breakfast for sale ideally located in a serene Connecticut countryside setting, yet minutes from Mystic Seaport, Foxwoods and Monhegan Sun Casinos and Long Island Sound.
The 10 guest room Select Registry bed and breakfast sits on just over 6 acres. 200 year old stone walls, lush lawns and gardens, stone pathways, koi pond, pergola and fire pit accent the property. Originally the 1807 estate of Sea Captain Shubel Smith, Stonecroft offers two distinct lodging options, the original 1807 house and the converted post and beam barn. All guest rooms have private baths.
The historic house has 4 guest rooms and 4 common rooms. Historic features include original wide plank floors, hand crafted wall panels and cabinets with hand made iron hinges, wood burning fireplaces and original ceiling beams. The 1807 house has a wonderful New England country ambiance that includes a keeping room, dining room, library and parlor. All are comfortable common areas for guests to relax in quiet surroundings with views of the fields and stone walls.
The separate yet nearby converted ‘Yellow Barn’ building has two levels of guest rooms that include 6 large luxury rooms. These rooms feature private patios or decks, cathedral ceilings, gas fireplaces, flat screen TVs, whirlpool tubs and spacious bathrooms. The rooms in the Yellow Barn offer expansive areas to enjoy and relax after a day of exploring Mystic and the Connecticut southeastern shoreline.
The Yellow Barn also houses a large dining hall in the lower level, still made up of the original walls and piers from the barn. A climate controlled wine and liquor closet is located in the lower area as well as two public bathrooms. Through glass doors is a covered patio overlooking the vast grounds. A full commercial kitchen and service bar make this area perfect for events and weddings. Â Inside events can seat up to 80 guests and outside tented events up to 175. The opportunity to expand on food service and events is an option for new owners to explore.
The surrounding area offers popular tourist activities, events and places to explore. Old fashioned country fairs, the Mystic Aquarium, the Mark Twain House and Museum and Hammonasset State Beach and the Essex Steam Train and Riverboat are just a few. Mystic Seaport is the nation’s leading maritime museum, open year round. A very popular New England tradition is the Lantern Light Tours in December. They are a step back in time tour through the museum’s historic village. Nearby restaurants and shops are varied and numerous. Many guests to the Inn visit the casinos for the thrills and entertainment and return to Stonecroft Inn for a quiet restful retreat.
Owner’s quarters at the Stonecroft are located in the 1807 house. They include private kitchen, office and bath on the first floor with a bedroom, bath and living room on the second floor.
This Mystic Connecticut Bed and Breakfast for sale is in a prime travel destination with exceptional opportunity for growth in both food, lodging and event business. Take this charming country Inn to new heights and put YOUR creative mark on the Stonecroft Country Inn.
Connecticut Broker of Record is Decimal Point Westport Real Estate and Consulting Services provided by The B&B Team, Inn Consultants LLC. For more information, contact Rick Wolf, 207 967-1995 or Peter Scherman, 434-286-4600.
