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

Reading accommodation with kitchen

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
Property grounds
Smart TV, books

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Reading, VT
  • Place, Mt Ascutney State Park
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Woodstock Country Club
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, Woodstock Town Hall Theatre
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Airport, Springfield, VT (VSF-Hartness State)
    ‪20 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Reading

On river.Stay at this Reading cottage and you'll be within 9 miles (15 km) of Mt Ascutney State Park and Camp Plymouth State Park. Echo Lake is within 9 miles (15 km) and Amherst Lake is within 12 miles (20 km).
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What's nearby

  • Mt Ascutney State Park - 11 min drive - 8.5 miles
  • Woodstock Country Club - 17 min drive - 13.6 miles
  • Woodstock Town Hall Theatre - 17 min drive - 14.0 miles
  • Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historical Park - 18 min drive - 14.5 miles
  • Billings Farm and Museum - 19 min drive - 14.9 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

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

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

  • Smoking not allowed

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

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

  • No pets 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
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Cozy cottage on the river, minutes from skiing, horse events, and so much more! to the airport?

This cottage is 11.3 mi (18-min drive) away from the Springfield, VT (VSF-Hartness State) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Cozy cottage on the river, minutes from skiing, horse events, and so much more! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

How close is Cozy cottage on the river, minutes from skiing, horse events, and so much more! to the beach?

This cottage is 9.7 mi (16-min drive) from Stoughton Pond Recreation Area.

Does Cozy cottage on the river, minutes from skiing, horse events, and so much more! offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Cozy cottage on the river, minutes from skiing, horse events, and so much more!?

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

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.

Is there free parking at Cozy cottage on the river, minutes from skiing, horse events, and so much more!?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Cozy cottage on the river, minutes from skiing, horse events, and so much more! have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does Cozy cottage on the river, minutes from skiing, horse events, and so much more! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is Cozy cottage on the river, minutes from skiing, horse events, and so much more! to downtown Reading?

This cottage is 1.9 mi away from Reading.