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Historic Cottage - At Hopelands Gardens close to Hitchcock Woods (Remodeled)

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Red Top Cottage's front entrance
Street Entrance
Hopelands Gardens are right out your front door!
Jump on the trolley for a unique tour of Aiken!
View from Hopelands looking back on Red Top Cottage.
Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8158 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Check out the area

Map
Aiken, SC
  • Popular LocationHopeland Gardens1 min walk
  • Popular LocationAiken County Historical Museum12 min walk
  • Popular LocationBruce's Field4 min drive
  • AirportAugusta, GA (AGS-Augusta Regional)34 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Golf Suite

1 Queen Bed

Hopelands Suite

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Guest Bathroom Shared

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Master Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Historic Cottage - At Hopelands Gardens close to Hitchcock Woods (Remodeled)

Hope's Cottage at Red Top Estate, is a quaint 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home located in the heart of Aiken's Historic District. Built originally for Mrs. C. Oliver Iselin (Hope) while she constructed her home on what is now Hopelands Gardens, this house is the original house on the Red Top Estate. Hopelands Gardens, with the Aiken Thoroughbred Racing Hall of Fame & Museum, is located across the street. Downtown Aiken, minutes away, offers shopping and culinary experiences galore. The Green Boundary Club is a 5-minute walk and the famous Palmetto Golf Club, which is open to visitors during Masters week, is a 2-minute drive or 5-minute walk. Situated among horse pastures, Hope's Cottage on Red Top Estate offers both privacy and convenience. The outdoor patio is suitable for entertainment or relaxing after a memorable day.

Property manager

Catherine Morgan
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 22
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 20 lb per pet (limit 2 pets total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock

About the area

Aiken

This cottage is located in Aiken. Aiken Thoroughbred Racing Hall of Fame and Museum and Aiken County Historical Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include St. Mary Help of Christians Church and Redcliffe Plantation State Historic Site. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Bruce's Field or James Brown Arena. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Aiken, SC

What's nearby

  • Hopeland Gardens - 1 min walk
  • Aiken County Historical Museum - 12 min walk
  • Hitchcock Woods - 3 min drive
  • Bruce's Field - 4 min drive
  • Citizens Park - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Augusta, GA (AGS-Augusta Regional) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • Wendy's - 3 min drive
  • Sonic Drive-In - 3 min drive
  • Prime Steakhouse - 2 min drive
  • Jasmine Rice Nakin Restaurant - 2 min drive
  • Aiken Fish House & Oyster Bar - 3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Cottage - At Hopelands Gardens close to Hitchcock Woods (Remodeled) pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at Historic Cottage - At Hopelands Gardens close to Hitchcock Woods (Remodeled)?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Cottage - At Hopelands Gardens close to Hitchcock Woods (Remodeled)?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic Cottage - At Hopelands Gardens close to Hitchcock Woods (Remodeled) located?

Situated in Aiken, this cottage is steps away from Hopeland Gardens and Aiken Thoroughbred Racing Hall of Fame and Museum. Aiken County Historical Museum and St. Mary Help of Christians Church are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Will S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
very nice stay
We had a great stay! The place is clean, has plenty of linens and has a perfect location.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Whitney H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute cottage
The house was clean and well appointed. It was dated but in a charming way. The owner made things very easy regarding check in and check out. They even placed drinks and snacks in house for us!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Spot!
What a great place to stay and enjoy Aiken. The home was very nice with a great set up and perfect location. Minutes from town but located on a very peaceful street for plenty of privacy. The hosts were wonderful and very responsive. Likely we will be back again next year!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming Cottage in the heart of historic Aiken
We have actually stayed in this cottage multiple times because it is so wonderful! Clean. Convenient. Well stocked. Across the street from the beautiful Hopeland gardens. Lovely hosts who communicate directly. We plan to return in the fall for steeplechase.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lloyd M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Red Top Cottage
Roomy, comfortable cottage close to Aiken’s best attractions.
Stayed 29 nights in Mar 2024

About the host

Hosted by Catherine Morgan

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Languages:

English

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