Is one type of wood better than another (re:throughout seasons)?

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Q: We have a cottage in NY, unheated in the winter. What kind of wood floor can we install? Is one type of wood better than another re: wood floors for cottages?

A: Quarter and rift sawn tends to be more stable, exhibiting much less side to side expansion/contraction, therefore may be a better option.

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