Reading Farms Estate — Hotel in Reading

Was a nice start to the week with our large family. But a once over of the property found cameras everywhere! 10-15 of them. Pond up top loaded with stocked trout. Same for lower pond. They did allow us to fish for them. We are a rowdier crowd. Brought our own fire works. Thats a no no in the huge field. Made tie dyed shirts for the kids. Thats a big no no. I guess a week later it kills the grass even after you hose the area down. Had a couple of my parents friends show up for an afternoon unannounced as well as a friend passing through with a dog. Both big no no’s. Friend with dog had to leave immediately. The caretaker and cook live in the lower house and are apparently watching on the cameras. Threw my hat over the camera on the pool in the middle of the day and immediately caretaker came up, took it off and told me thats not allowed. In the end it was a nice old place (although no original timbers are seen in place from renovations) and would have gone back. But the deciding factor to not return was when they told us my $5,000 deposit was not going to be returned for above violations. But! They would credit it towards a rental the following year.. i received $1,200 back after negotiations. Oh and skip the fire. It was $300 to have the caretaker collect all types of cardboard and repeatedly drench it with two cans of charcoal fluid for 1/2 an hour while the rotting pine logs below slowly caught. Had us all gagging with fumes and chuckling with all the available kindling sitting in the woods. Not a place for people who want the freedom of your own fire and someone watching every move you make...

I've had the pleasure of visiting Reading Farms Estate in Vermont with my family for the past 18 years, and each visit has been nothing short of extraordinary. Nestled in the heart of Vermont, this estate is a sprawling haven of beauty and charm.

The main house, adorned with impeccable New England style decor, never fails to captivate us. Its timeless elegance provides the perfect backdrop for our family retreats. Chef Rich's culinary expertise has consistently delighted our taste buds, adding a gourmet touch to our stay.

Beyond the main house, the estate boasts various elements, including a charming barn with several beds. The attention to detail in every corner of the property showcases a commitment to creating a memorable experience.

The staff, instrumental in planning our outings, has guided us to explore the picturesque Woodstock, where we've enjoyed driving through covered bridges and visiting local attractions like the Simon Pearce glass blowing studio. Additionally, our ventures to nearby maple farms have become cherished traditions.

Reading Farms Estate has become a cherished part of our family history, a place where timeless beauty, exceptional service, and the magic of Vermont seamlessly converge. Here's to many more years of creating lasting memories at this beautiful...

My wife and I got married at Reading Farms in August 2023, with 20 friends staying with us onsite. In short, we were wowed by Arturo and Stephen’s hospitality and attention to detail throughout the weekend—and our friends LOVED Arturo! The property is nothing short of spectacular, and Arturo excelled at coordinating with our vendors throughout the weekend.

One of many examples that speak to the team’s responsiveness throughout the weekend: it rained twice right before our ceremony, and the team thoroughly dried off every seat for our guests both times and helped our ceremony go off without a hitch despite the delay. They were unflappable and true professionals. We had an after party in the barn; one huge bonus of Reading Farms’ acreage is being able to party late!

While having a wedding at Reading Farms does involve abiding by a fair number of guidelines/ rules, these rules are reflective of Arturo and Stephen’s care for the property. We planned carefully to make sure we wouldn’t incur any unforseen costs, and it was well worth it; we had a magical weekend. Thank you to Arturo, Stephen, Chef Richard, and the whole On Thyme/Reading Farms staff for your help in making that weekend so special for...