The Shire Woodstock

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Life House
8.6 (711 reviews)
46 pleasant st , Woodstock , US
+1 833-549-2370

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Heating
Family rooms
Garden
Pets allowed
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Comfortable rooms
Helpful staff
Cons:
Overpriced for value
Housekeeping issues
Lack of breakfast

Categories

Cleanliness
8.49
Some concerns about room quality being 'motelish' and worn bathroom.
Service
9.46
General praise for staff and service, though some complaints related to housekeeping.
Location
9.5
Many mentions of excellent location and walkable distance to attractions.
Room Quality
8.45
Rooms described as comfortable but some mention of small sizes and need for updates.
Amenities
8.48
Amenities noted, but some complaints regarding coffee service and firepit functionality.
Value for Money
7.94
Concerns on pricing versus room quality, with claims of being overpriced.
Food and Beverage
7.49
No breakfast on site and concerns about alternatives and lack of mention.
Overall Experience
8.96
Mixed reviews overall, but generally positive with comments on atmosphere.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 21:23

Property Description

Charming New England Escape

Picturesque Location: Nestled in Woodstock, Vermont, The Shire Woodstock offers a serene stay by the Ottauquechee River.

Cozy Accommodations: Experience comfort in guest rooms adorned with traditional New England decor, featuring modern amenities like air conditioning, cable TV, and some with spa baths.

Convenient Amenities: Enjoy complimentary WiFi, free parking, and the option for pet-friendly rooms. Explore nearby attractions like Suicide Six and Billings Farm Museum during your stay.

Book now for a delightful retreat at The Shire Woodstock.

Important information:

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: BTV

Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 711 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.49
Service: 9.46
Location: 9.5
Room Quality: 8.45
Amenities: 8.48
Value for Money: 7.94
Food and Beverage: 7.49
Overall Experience: 8.96
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Yehuda • solo_traveller • il
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2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Rhonda • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

We loved the wood flooring. The outdoor space was so welcoming. We lit the fire pit the first night we arrived. The location of the The Shire was ideal. Walking distance to amenities.

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Theresa • couple • us
4
Poor unresponsive manager and unfair pricing
Pros:

The room was comfortable and clean. The fire pits outdoors were a nice touch. Location is an easy walk to town.

Cons:

Unfortunately I can’t rate this any hire. When we arrived, we had booked a deluxe king riverview room. The river is beautiful and they are several rooms that face straight out to it as well as direct access. NOT ours. It had a side window that if you bent down, you would have a partial view. When we asked, we were told that the type room we booked was not available. At the point I checked their website, and realized not only had they been dishonest and the very room was available to book still, but also that the rate we paid for our room was almost 100 dollars more than the advertised rate. We asked to have the room adjusted. No response. Asked to have the manager call us. No response. And finally contacted Booking.com, who gave them a 48 hour timeline and still NO response . Do not waste your time, there are plenty of other beautiful properties in Woodstock.

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Eva • couple • us
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2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Erez • couple • il
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2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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Katina • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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Rohn • couple • us
10
2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
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christopher • extended_group • gb
10
2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
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Sylvia • extended_group • gb
8
Pros:

Fire pits are a lovely idea and the room was big and beds very comfortable

2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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james • family_with_children • us
10
Perfect Vermont stay
Pros:

Perfect Vermont feel and Barbara was so nice and made check in easy.

2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Richard • solo_traveller • gb
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2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Marianna • family_with_children • it
9
2026-08-20 • via Nuitee
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Joseph • couple • us
7
Acceptable, clean old-style motel, with usable backyard river frontage. Good location. Overpriced.
Pros:

Good in town location. Having multiple, real wood ring fire pits in the back (river frontage!) with lighter, newspaper, kindling and good dry wood, all at no extra charge was truly unique and excellent. Otherwise, an old style motel which is in very good shape, but not worth the high price. I was expecting more luxury, especially in the rooms.

Cons:

Wi-Fi was really poor quality in the room, constantly dropping out. Price was at a premium.

2026-08-18 • via Nuitee
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Melissa • couple • us
8
The Shire was excellent. From bonfires on the river to our cozy rooms. Simply magical!
Pros:

The Shire was a special treat for us. It was close to the shops in town, yet had a gorgeous and unexpected location on the river in the back. It was beautifully landscaped and was incredibly clean. The staff was kind and courteous and very accommodating. Parts of the hotel were under renovation, and I can't wait to go back to see how it turns out. Will definitely recommend this hotel to friends and family.

Cons:

A coffee maker in the room would have been nice, but having the central coffee and microwave on each floor worked fine.

2026-08-15 • via Nuitee
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Charles • couple • us
9
Short stay, but very enjoyable
Pros:

The room was large. with lots of sunlight and adjacent to the river and very near the center of Woodstock

Cons:

Everything was fine

2026-08-11 • via Nuitee
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Chinchelli • couple • it
7
2026-08-11 • via Nuitee
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Sandra • couple • us
10
Beautiful river views.
Pros:

The views out our window of the river were beautiful. We got a pizza and sat in the chairs by the river and enjoyed the sunset. The bed was very comfortable, the staff friendly and linens were good quality.

Cons:

The door handle would not lock and is in need of repair. No dining facilities on site but several good options within 15 min drive.

2026-08-08 • via Nuitee
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Lance • couple • us
8
Beautiful and clean…
Pros:

Arrived late, unfortunately… Office was closed but staff communicated that the room was open and key inside. Pro: Friendly and accommodating staff, Beds were insanely comfortable, room was spotless… Con: A/C was loud, and Wifi nonexistent, as was anyone of cell service. No restaurant on premises as of Aug 2026. Overall a great stay, only wished it was for longer than a night.

Cons:

Aircon loud, no wifi service, no cell network… no restaurant.

2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
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Jill • solo_traveller • us
10
Beautiful gem
Pros:

Beautiful stay along the water. Had fire pits going in the back. The room was nicely furnished and the kids loved the bunk beds. Would stay here again. In middle of renovation so it will be neat to see once done.

Cons:

It didnt have a breakfast offering. Not a huge deal but our family tends to like the warm breakfast at hotel before heading out on road. If we were staying for a longer period we would have loved to hit up the shops and food places along the way.

2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Jonathan • couple • us
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2026-07-24 • via Nuitee