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.
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
Cumberland Farms - 5 min walk
The Skinny Pancake Quechee - 11 min drive
The Public House - 13 min drive
Simon Pearce Restaurant, Retail & Glassblowing - 11 min drive
The Red Rooster - 11 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.
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
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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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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
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What guests liked
Convenient location with great restaurants within walking distance. (4 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 12, 2025
Fab place to stay
Brilliant room, location and area
Charlotte
Charlotte, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 14, 2025
Wonderful place to stay
We love Woodstock and this was out first time staying here at The Shire. The staff was very friendly, and the room was fun and clean, and oh what a view!
Jeffrey R.
Jeffrey R., 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 21, 2025
Forth time at The Shire, everything was wonderful!!
Judith
Judith, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 21, 2025
Great room and wonderful location
J R
J R, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 12, 2025
Nice try won and bikes (cruisers only so not great for Hills, nice firepit but on a busy street. Back is nice, don’t busy
susan
susan, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 1, 2025
Great time in Woodstock
Great place to stay with family and in walking distance to everything you need.
Garrett
Garrett, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 14, 2025
Get away to Vermont
Nice get away spit in the country. Very clean and bed was comfortable. Fire pits were lite each night to sit out and enjoy.
Short walk into town for shopping and eating.
A market across the road was very convenient.
Cheryl
Cheryl, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 1, 2025
Beautiful pet friendly place in the heart of Woodstock Village. Scenery is lovely, soothing and plenty to do. Can walk to things, bike or hike.
Andrea
Andrea, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 29, 2025
Location was excellent
John F
John F, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 6, 2025
wonderful!
Beth
Beth, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 2, 2025
Great property with restaurants within walking distance.
David
David, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 9, 2025
Overall we had a comfortable quiet night in a clean room with a good bed and clean bathroom.
HOWEVER , we booked a room with river views and found ourselves with views of parking lots. Also the room could use a microwave. And the shower floor was dangerously slippery.
RICHARD
RICHARD, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 12, 2025
Clean, pretty view, fire pit by the river
Danielle
Danielle, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 12, 2025
Great stay!
Robin
Robin, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 24, 2025
A beautiful location and welcoming Inn
We had a lovely visit at the Shire Woodstock. The room was lovely, comfortable, and in a great location! We enjoyed breakfast at Oakes and Evelyn the restaurant at their sister Inn, The Jackson. It was amazing. We can't wait to return to the Shire and to Woodstock
Kate
Kate, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 27, 2025
Love staying in Woodstock and the shore offers walkable stay at a good rate!
Kerianne
Kerianne, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 23, 2025
BarbaraSuper friendly .very clean facilities and free coffee in the morning. Can’t wait to come back and visit.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
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 Exceptional
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
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 13, 2025
Very nice spacious hotel room. Borrowed bicycle to cycle into town but easily walkable. Lit firepit in the evening, nice touch
Gary
Gary, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
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 Exceptional
Jul 1, 2025
Great night stay
This was centrally located , with a market across the street . Making it perfdctvto grab whatever your needs for the night or the morning on the go. They offer free coffee , in the room , as well as by the main office
The inn has impecable outdoors, and the room was amazing. The staff was beyond extra nice - we sat outside and enjoyed a coffee by the river - others were doing the same
Highly recommended… and you can walk the town without a problem- get BBC a cremee down the street
Alicia
Alicia, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
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
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 12, 2025
Great views!
Pati
Pati, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 9, 2025
It was like a step back in time to a classier spot
Shower was fantastic. Hot and strong pressure.
No breakfast was the only slight downfall.