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

Reading, Vermont
$234 avg/night
Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 2

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

Home Cottage

Property Type

Sleep 4

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

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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  • Feature Features
  • Map Map
  • School District Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • SKI

    Close To Skiing
  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    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)
  • BEDROOM

    2 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Recycling Uses Some LED Lighting
  • KITCHEN

    Blender Cookware/dishes/utensils Electric Kettle Microwave Oven Refrigerator Spices Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi, With Speed Of 500+ Mbps (good For 6+ People Or 10+ Devices)
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Firepit Outdoor Furniture Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    1 Bathroom Hair Dryer Shampoo Shower Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Hiking Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Horse Riding Nearby Ice Skating Nearby Kayaking Nearby Mountain Biking Nearby Power Boating Nearby Swimming Nearby Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books Games Smart TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Living Room Wood Stove
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Toys Playground
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    Near A Health Or Beauty Spa Near A Hospital On The River
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 4

Map Map

School District Availability

Review Review

  • Steven

    Submitted Sep 17, 2024

    Stayed Sep 13, 2024

    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!

  • Harminder

    Submitted Jun 15, 2024

    Stayed Jun 8, 2024

    very good cozy location. enjoyed the privacy during our stay.

  • Pam C.

    Submitted Jun 10, 2026

    Stayed Jun 5, 2026

    Beautiful location! All we needed for a quick stop on our road trip. Even though there was a minor glitch with the door code, host was quick to respond and remedy the situation. Only thing I would suggest is take extra laundry pods with you! Only one is provided and there are no stores nearby. We booked this place with a wash/dry opportunity and we were disappointed that there wasn't more than 1 pod available, even for purchase as they had a pantry of other items available for purchase.

  • Timothy N.

    Submitted Apr 19, 2026

    Stayed Apr 17, 2026

    Beautiful, quiet. The house was well kept, tasteful, and comfortable. There's a nice little cafe across the street but my favorite part was falling to the sound of the stream right outside. Great place, will be back.

  • Abbey S.

    Submitted Feb 9, 2026

    Stayed Feb 7, 2026

    Check in and check out here was so easy! great proximity to okemo, it served as an awesome home base for my friends and I! I’d highly reccomend.

  • Lindsey K.

    Submitted Oct 29, 2025

    Stayed Oct 24, 2025

    Adorable, clean, cottage. We had a wonderful stay!

  • Michelle

    Submitted Oct 7, 2025

    Stayed Sep 18, 2025

    We loved the place and will stay again

  • Dalton T.

    Submitted Oct 3, 2025

    Stayed Sep 30, 2025

    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

  • Dana V.

    Submitted Sep 4, 2025

    Stayed Aug 22, 2025

    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!

  • Tara P.

    Submitted Jun 17, 2025

    Stayed Jun 12, 2025

    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!!!

  • Hayley E.

    Submitted Oct 13, 2024

    Stayed Oct 10, 2024

    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.

  • Laura E.

    Submitted Oct 10, 2024

    Stayed Oct 6, 2024

    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.

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Total

Includes taxes and fees
$234+
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