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Cozy cottage on the river, minutes from skiing, horse events, and so much more!

Riverside cottage with kitchen and patio

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In the heart of Vermont, Dark Horse Cottage offers a serene retreat with views and sounds of the Reading River at your doorstep. Enjoy endless adventures like skiing, hiking, or horseback riding in VT's vast skies. Experience farm-to-table dining and wine tastings nearby.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Cozy cottage on the river, minutes from skiing, horse events, and so much more!

Welcome to Dark Horse Cottage. Our picturesque getaway in rustic Vermont, will greet you with views and sounds of the Reading River just outside your door. Our horse themed retreat is the quintessential outdoor getaway, with many adventures found under VT’s expansive skies. Whether it's summer or winter, the list is endless. Skiing, golfing, hiking, horse riding or fishing to name just a few. For the sophisticated palate, try farm to table dining, wine tasting, or a brewery/distillery tour. Enjoy it all, it's YOUR vacation!

Okemo Ski Resort - 25 min
Killington Ski Resort - 45 min
Saskadena Six Ski Resort - 22 min
Kedron Valley Stable -9 min
Green Mountain Horse Academy -7 min
Lake Echo - 20 min
Lake Rescue - 20 min
Coolidge State Park - 30 min
Downtown Woodstock-15 min
Downtown Ludlow - 25 min
Downtown Reading- 4 min

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Recycling

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the area

Located in Reading, this cottage is on a river. Phineas Gage Memorial and Middle Covered Bridge are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Red Wagon Toy Company and Green Mountain Sugar House. The Sustainable Farmer and Billings Farm and Museum are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling and ice skating.
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Reading, VT

What's nearby

  • Mt Ascutney State Park - 11 min drive - 13.7 km
  • Woodstock Country Club - 17 min drive - 21.8 km
  • Woodstock Town Hall Theatre - 17 min drive - 22.5 km
  • Red Wagon Toy Company - 18 min drive - 22.9 km
  • Billings Farm and Museum - 19 min drive - 24.0 km

Getting around

  • Windsor Station - 20 min drive
  • Springfield, VT (VSF-Hartness State) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪South Woodstock Country Store - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Ransom Tavern - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Maple Kitchen - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Keepers Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Morsels - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy cottage on the river, minutes from skiing, horse events, and so much more! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Cozy cottage on the river, minutes from skiing, horse events, and so much more!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cozy cottage on the river, minutes from skiing, horse events, and so much more!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy cottage on the river, minutes from skiing, horse events, and so much more!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cozy cottage on the river, minutes from skiing, horse events, and so much more! located?

Situated on a river, this cottage is within 9 miles (15 km) of Mt Ascutney State Park, Camp Plymouth State Park and Echo Lake. Amherst Lake and Stoughton Pond Recreation Area are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 13 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

10

Cleanliness

10

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Harminder

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
very good cozy location. enjoyed the privacy during our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tara P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

GMHA Horse show getaway

Perfect for a small group to stay for GMHA horse trials! Conveniently located and has everything you need! 7 mins from show grounds is unbeatable! Clean, great communication, and easy check in/out…Thanks for hosting!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dalton T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My wife and I were on a week-long Fall roadtrip in the northeast and this was our first stop for two nights. Such a nice, cozy & clean place to stay. The creek out back is magical. I sat out there for hours just listening to it. It’s about 10 miles away from Woodstock, VT. Can’t say enough good things about this place & will definitely try to stay here again one day if we find ourselves back in the area. The host was very responsive & the check-in/check-out process was easy. 10/10
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hayley E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We really enjoyed our stay!

We loved our stay at the Dark Horse Cottage. It was close to everything we wanted to do. We loved being near the little creek. They thought of everything for amenities. It was perfect for what we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sami G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Adorable cottage

We had a great stay! The cottage is extremely clean and very well put together. Every amenity you could think of is there! They definitely thought of all of the little touches!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect couples cottage

Really enjoyed our 3 nite stay while leaf-peeping. Cottage is quiet, cozy, clean and furnished with every amenity needed. Beds are both very comfortable. Owners easily accesible via text. Our stay here truly was one of the highlights of our 3 week trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for GMHA

We stayed at the Dark Horse Cottage for the June Horse Trials at GMHA! The spot was minuets away easy in and out, cozy good internet we used the grill and enjoyed the sitting area outside. Perfect for Mom, Dad and 1-2 kids. Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Kaija family visit

We were visiting family to celebrate our daughter’s engagement and this house was a mile away from home base it was perfect in so many ways, comfortable and clean. We’ll be back thanks so much
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
My daughter & I had a truly wonderful stay at this beautiful cottage conveniently located to downtown Woodstock that provides a quiet place to relax among the trees next to a babbling brook. The horse theme throughout the cabin is charming but the impeccable attention to detail is unmatched. Anything and everything you could want or need for a comfortable stay is provided. There is even a heated toilet seat and a mini bar! And the host's binder of local recommendations offers something for everyone from skiiers to foodies to equestrians to weekend warriors to those who just want the perfect Vermont country getaway. Hospitality at the highest level...wholeheartedly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the place and will stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dana V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What an adorable little place! The host was wonderful and we loved all the care put into every little detail from the decor to the outdoor area, this place had it all!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025