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

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Living area
Interior
Interior
Private kitchen
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Reading, VT
  • Billings Farm and Museum
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Okemo Mountain Resort
    ‪38 min drive‬
  • Mount Ascutney
    ‪42 min drive‬
  • Springfield, VT (VSF-Hartness State)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area

About this property

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
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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

About the area

Reading

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.
Map
Reading, VT

What's nearby

  • Mt Ascutney State Park - 14 min drive - 13.0 km
  • Billings Farm and Museum - 24 min drive - 22.9 km
  • Okemo Mountain Resort - 38 min drive - 33.3 km
  • Mount Ascutney - 42 min drive - 27.0 km
  • Killington Resort - 52 min drive - 40.8 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!?

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).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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

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

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

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

About the host

Hosted by Blair Grace

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English

Premier Host

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