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

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, books

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

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 manager

Blair Grace

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Free WiFi, with speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Blender
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Paper towels
  • Ice maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

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

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated 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 neighborhood

Map
Reading, VT

What's nearby

  • Mt Ascutney State Park - 11 min drive - 11.0 km
  • Billings Farm and Museum - 19 min drive - 18.7 km
  • Blow-Me-Down Bridge - 20 min drive - 20.1 km
  • Mount Ascutney - 35 min drive - 22.9 km
  • Okemo Mountain Resort - 35 min drive - 29.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Brown's Tavern - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Maple Kitchen - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Brook Farm Vineyards - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪The Seedhouse Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Maple Kitchen - ‬13 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.

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!?

Check-out 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 mi (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 mi (20 km).

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

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

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

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

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

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

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

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

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