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The Shire Woodstock

3.0 star property
Riverfront hotel in Woodstock with free parking

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Property grounds
Coffee and/or coffee maker
Front of property
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
BBQ/picnic area
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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Showing 12 of 12 rooms

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Standard River View 2 Queen | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard River View 2 Queen

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Iron/ironing board
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium King | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium King

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Iron/ironing board
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium River View King | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium River View King

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Iron/ironing board
  • 1 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard King

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Iron/ironing board
  • 23 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Standard Riverview 2 Double | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Riverview 2 Double

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Iron/ironing board
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Queen | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Queen

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Iron/ironing board
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard River View King | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard River View King

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(30 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Iron/ironing board
  • 23 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium River View Queen

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Iron/ironing board
  • 23 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium Corner River View | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Corner River View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Iron/ironing board
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Double Queen | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Double Queen

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard River View Family Room

Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard River View Family Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Iron/ironing board
  • River view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
46 Pleasant St., Woodstock, VT, 05091

What's nearby

  • Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historical Park - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Woodstock Town Hall Theatre - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Billings Farm and Museum - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Woodstock Country Club - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • VINS Nature Center - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • White River Junction Station - 23 min drive
  • Lebanon, NH (LEB-Lebanon Municipal) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Public House - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Skinny Pancake Quechee - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Cumberland Farms - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Simon Pearce Restaurant, Retail & Glassblowing - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬11 min drive

About this property

The Shire Woodstock

Hotel by the river
The Shire Woodstock provides a garden and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • Free bicycle rentals, a front-desk safe, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and walkable location
Room features
All 53 rooms boast comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per pet, per night, plus a one-time cleaning fee of USD 150
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Up to 40 lbs per pet
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • 6 percent destination fee will be charged

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 50 per pet, per night plus USD 150 one-time cleaning fee
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Shire Woodstock Hotel
Shire Hotel
Shire Woodstock
Shire Riverview Hotel Woodstock
Shire Riverview Woodstock
Shire Riverview Woodstock
The Shire Woodstock Hotel
The Shire Woodstock Woodstock
Shire Riverview Hotel Woodstock
The Shire Woodstock Hotel Woodstock

Frequently asked questions

Is The Shire Woodstock pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs with a maximum weight of up to 40 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 50 per pet, per night. A cleaning fee of USD 150 also applies. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at The Shire Woodstock?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Shire Woodstock?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Shire Woodstock?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is The Shire Woodstock located?

Situated on a river, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Mt Ascutney Hospital and Health Center Primary Care - Woodstock and Ottauquechee Health Center. Red Wagon Toy Company and Dana House Museum are also within 10 minutes.

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Reviews

The Shire Woodstock Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.8

Eco-friendliness

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 496 out of 868 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 234 out of 868 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 79 out of 868 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 40 out of 868 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 868 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
great location and the staff were great
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brendan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check-in / check-out. Very clean property and rooms. Easily walkable location to every major point of interest in Woodstock. Highly recommend the property.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Shire Woodstock is in a great location… easy walk to quaint downtown.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful view from the waterside
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Colette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay and will return
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the rockers on the porch
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great little motel. Clean, well appointed, friendly staff and walkable location. We did not have good weather, but great fire pits and chairs near river.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Galen

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel. Beautiful view from our room. Very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hidden gem!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very expensive for a room. Our most expensive room of our trip for an average room on a weekday.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Really beautiful
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

J R

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great room and wonderful location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Devin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and convenient
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable rooms with a great view of the river. Easy to walk to the downtown Woodstock area and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable bed, linens, fridge. Beautiful views of the river. Wonderful staff. Truly is one of our happy places.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Garrett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great time in Woodstock

Great place to stay with family and in walking distance to everything you need.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great spot on the river!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Shire is close to all the shops downtown, and even has a market across the street. There’s a view slot a small river as well. Staff was very friendly. Negatives were a bathroom door that was very difficult to close properly, only half a roll of TP with no extras in the room, no tissues, etc… Very bare bones.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, stylish property in gorgeous Woodstock, VT. Very helpful staff, great food markets and restaurants within easy walking distance.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

John F

Location was excellent
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

mia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
the shire was super cute and perfect for the weekend!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Liked being by the river.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

jane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location!! Very accommodating and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Suzette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the river out back, and places to sit. We loved having a swing on our porch. The staff was excellent. I wasn’t keen on the very tiny shower stall, I kept hitting my elbows, and the jets on the tub looked dirty, so we didn’t use it. There was no breakfast offered and hard to find in town.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

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