In the heart of Woodstock, The Shire offers a serene retreat by the river. Stroll through the garden, enjoy free bicycle rentals and coffee in the lobby. Stay connected with WiFi and feel at ease with free self parking and a front-desk safe.
Reviews
8.88.8 out of 10
Excellent
Popular amenities
Pet friendly
Air conditioning
Free parking
Free WiFi
Main amenities (6)
Free use of bicycles
Coffee/tea in a common area
Garden
Front-desk safe
Picnic area
Limited hour front desk
Feel at home (6)
Television
Garden
In-room climate control (air conditioning)
Free self parking
Mini-fridge
Free toiletries
$185 nightly
The total price is $203
$203 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Total includes taxes and fees
Room options
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Standard River View 2 Queen
7.87.8 out of 10
Good
17 reviews
(17 reviews)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Iron/ironing board
River view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
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Premium River View Queen
9.29.2 out of 10
Wonderful
5 reviews
(5 reviews)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Iron/ironing board
250 sq ft
River view
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
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Premium Double Queen
8.08.0 out of 10
Very good
1 review
(1 review)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Iron/ironing board
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
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Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historical Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
Woodstock Town Hall Theatre - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Billings Farm and Museum - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
Woodstock Country Club - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
VINS Nature Center - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
Getting around
Lebanon, NH (LEB-Lebanon Municipal) - 24 min drive
Springfield, VT (VSF-Hartness State) - 39 min drive
Rutland, VT (RUT-Rutland Southern Vermont Regional) - 59 min drive
White River Junction Station - 23 min drive
Windsor Station - 26 min drive
Restaurants
Maplefield At Woodstocks - 4 min walk
Woodstock Farmers Market - 4 min drive
The Red Rooster - 11 min walk
The Skinny Pancake - 11 min drive
Worthy Kitchen - 13 min walk
About this property
The Shire Woodstock
Enjoy your visit to Woodstock with a stay at The Shire Woodstock. Freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails, cross-country skiing, and downhill skiing. Free bike rentals and a garden are other highlights. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and walkable location.
Languages
English, Spanish
At a glance
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Hotel size
53 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only, up to 40 lbs per pet)*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only*
Pets must be supervised
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free uncovered onsite self parking
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Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Coffee/tea in a common area
What to do
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horse riding nearby
Downhill skiing nearby
Snowboarding nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Free bicycle rentals
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Picnic area
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hair dryer (on request)
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Mini-fridge
More
Guidebooks/recommendations
Local maps
Restaurant dining guide
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
6 percent destination fee will be charged
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per pet, per night, plus a one-time cleaning fee of USD 150
Policies
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Also known as
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Shire Hotel
Shire Woodstock
Shire Riverview Hotel Woodstock
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Frequently asked questions
Does The Shire Woodstock offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Shire Woodstock does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Shire Woodstock?
Yes, dogs are welcome, with a maximum weight of 40 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 50 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at The Shire Woodstock?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Shire Woodstock?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.
What is there to do at The Shire Woodstock and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as cycling. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.
What's the area around The Shire Woodstock like?
The Shire Woodstock is located by the river, a short 12-minute walk from Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historical Park and 12 minutes' walk from Woodstock Town Hall Theatre. Our travelers say the local area is very walkable.
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The Shire Woodstock Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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9.2/10
Cleanliness
8.8/10
Staff & service
8.2/10
Amenities
8.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
Room
Location
River
Service staff
View
Towns
Bed
Restaurant
Store
River view
What guests liked
Convenient location with great restaurants within walking distance. (4 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Jul 27, 2025
Clean, comfortable rooms with a great view of the river. Easy to walk to the downtown Woodstock area and friendly staff.
John
John, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 23, 2025
Great spot on the river!
Sally
Sally, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 25, 2025
Beautiful, stylish property in gorgeous Woodstock, VT. Very helpful staff, great food markets and restaurants within easy walking distance.
David
David, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 24, 2025
Beautiful spot in town overlooking the river
Antony
Antony, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 30, 2025
Located well!
Steps to river would be great.
pattie
pattie, 2-night trip
8/10 Good
Jul 17, 2025
The property offers close walking distance to shops and restaurants, easy access to a grocery store, and a gorgeous view of the ŕiver.
Kimberly
Kimberly, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 28, 2025
Great location!! Very accommodating and clean.
jane
jane, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 24, 2025
The Shire was a quiet, friendly hotel with a beautiful river view from our room. I would stay again!
Kevin
Kevin, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Jul 6, 2025
Wonderful riverside property with comfortable beds, a great view, and cozy fire pit areas with outdoor games like corn hole.
Anthony
Anthony, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
May 29, 2025
Location was excellent
John F
John F, 2-night trip
8/10 Good
Jul 28, 2025
Decent, clean accommodations. Close to downtown. Nice views. Staff were very helpful and worked with our changing plans. Rooms on the lowest level of the River building had a good deal of moisture build-up (like a basement), so things /felt/ a little damp (nice river access, though). One room had virtually no toilet paper left, but that was quickly rectified. Would stay there again, as--on the whole--it was a good experience.
Christopher
Christopher, 4-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 12, 2025
Clean, pretty view, fire pit by the river
Danielle
Danielle, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
May 2, 2025
Great property with restaurants within walking distance.
David
David, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 13, 2025
property was great , small grocery store across the street very convenient. Everything in walking distance. Only negative was we arrived on a monday and most restaurants are closed.
kevin
kevin, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Aug 1, 2025
The Air Conditioning unit was waking me up every time it started up. Room 225. That is my only inconvenience. Everything else was wonderful.
Jo
Jo, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Apr 27, 2025
Love staying in Woodstock and the shore offers walkable stay at a good rate!
Kerianne
Kerianne, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
May 4, 2025
Lovely stay in the village
Woodstock is charming, I love staying at Shire. Walk to town, plenty to do, tranquil setting.
Virginia
Virginia, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Mar 12, 2025
Great stay!
Robin
Robin, 1-night trip
6/10 Okay
Jul 27, 2025
We were assigned to a cottage apart from the main building. The cottage was in need of updating. The main concern though was with the lack of cleanliness...spider webs and dust were found throughout the room/bathroom. There is not a "front desk" either, which we found a bit odd.
elyse
elyse, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 20, 2025
Surprisingly my room had a fireplace and a patio with a lovely river view. Get the river view! I didn’t want to leave after one night, so just before checkout I asked for another night.
rachel
rachel, 1-night trip
6/10 Okay
Jul 16, 2025
Nice property with new an old buildings. We reserve through Expedia I felt like they put us in the older building even if they had newer room and the place wasn’t filled,We had no hot water and the place was very dated. Nice lady took care of us and changed the room late at night. She was really responsive, but I feel like they could’ve put us in a better room on arrival since it wasn’t full at all.
Marie-Claude
Marie-Claude, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
May 11, 2025
The river view was gorgeous, and the town was beautiful. I highly recommend walking down to Sante for dinner.
Andrew
Andrew, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 10, 2025
This is a lovely property in the town of Woodstock. We enjoyed our time there (and all the space in our room!). I left something in our room and did not realize it until the next day. I called the property to ask if anything had been found. They soon got back to me that they had my item and would mail it to me - which they did. I'm extremely grateful!
Eve
Eve, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
May 28, 2025
I loved the location, the cleanliness, and customer service! The room was quite large and had a beautiful view of the River.. I had No complaints..