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Cozy cottage on the river, minutes from skiing, horse events, and so much more!
Riverfront cottage with kitchen and patio
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms 1 bathroom Sleeps 4
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Reading, VT
- Place, Billings Farm and Museum24 min drive
- Place, Okemo Mountain Resort38 min drive
- Place, Mount Ascutney42 min drive
- Airport, 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
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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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
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
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets 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
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.
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
Restaurants
- The Ransom Tavern - 10 min drive
- South Woodstock Country Store - 10 min drive
- The Maple Kitchen - 13 min drive
- Brownsville Butch - 10 min drive
- Skyhawk Hideaway - 13 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Blair Grace

Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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