We loved our stay at the Shire Riverside, from the spacious room with the Charles Bronson furniture to the windows looking out on the river and the fields and hills beyond. The staff was friendly, helpful and available even on Christmas Eve.

Our room was very clean, with a beautiful four poster bed and a perfect view of the river. It is a close walk into the village where there are cute little local shops. I highly recommend this inn.

Our visit to beautiful Woodstock, Vermont, included a stay at the Shire Riverview hotel. The room had 2 queen sized beds, nicely decorated and plenty of room for 3 adults. Very clean. The back of the hotel looks over the flowing river. There were a few downsides that need mentioned, First, no coffee pot in the room. One is expected to go outside and up the stairs to the second floor for coffee which is a single shot Keurig. Delicious coffee, but when it is 40 degrees out and having to stand in line for coffee....hmmmm. No pastries or cereals. Secondly, no clock in the room. I had to personally ask for one, which they did send up. Thirdly, for 3 adult women only one little container of shampoo and conditioner, .5 ounce each. Although there were 3 soap dispensers in the bathroom, they were all empty and no longer in use. Last, no elevator. When reservations are made, ask if your room is on the second floor just in case someone in the party can't do steps. I was OK with this although it required several trips up and down to get our belongings. I felt it was overpriced but it was fall in Vermont and most places seem to hike up the prices this time of year. In conclusion, the Shire is a quaint motel, walking distance to town, clean and neat, with quiet rooms. They do accommodate your requests promptly and are very friendly. Dislikes are trite and I would recommend this motel.

We were upgraded to room 404 in the adjoining building. A deck with a great view of the river and mountains. A four-poster bed and pretty lamps and furniture. Plenty of big towels. Friendly, helpful staff. We'd definitely stay there again.