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

Cottage in Aiken with kitchen

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Property grounds
Exterior
Terrace/patio
Dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
In the heart of Aiken's Historic District, Hope's Cottage at Red Top Estate offers a charming retreat. Built with character and history, this home features an outdoor patio perfect for relaxing or entertaining after a day exploring downtown Aiken’s shopping scene or visiting Hopelands Gardens across the street.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8158 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

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 amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • Up to 9 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 1,700 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 22

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Please leave the sheets on the beds and leave used towels on the bathroom floor.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 9 kg per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the area

Map
Aiken, SC

What's nearby

  • Hopeland Gardens - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Aiken County Historical Museum - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Hitchcock Woods - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Bruce's Field - 4 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Citizens Park - 5 min drive - 3.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Mellow Mushroom - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪SOB Bagel - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Prime Steakhouse - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Alley Downtown Taproom - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Whiskey Alley - ‬20 min walk

Frequently asked questions

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

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg 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 10:30 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).

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

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 91 out of 98 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 98 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 98 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 98 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 98 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jimmie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Can't wait to go back!

Super convenient location, spotlessly clean, cozy, comfy beds, and the most well equipped VRBO we have ever stayed in. The host thought of everything!I loved being able to stroll across the street to the beautiful park with the dog while hubby played golf.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Well stocked, great location!

Location was perfect! Centrally located to everywhere we needed to go. Extremely well stocked with little "extras" that made our stay even better.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

James H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location for Aikenites!

Super charming, great location on Whiskey Road near downtown and close to everything!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Coulson D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Favorite Place to Stay

We have stayed at the cottage a couple of times now, and it is always our first choice when searching for weekend rentals in Aiken. If you like historic properties, we highly recommend this little gem.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family trip

Great location Very quaint
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute and quaint

We enjoyed this historic cottage. I loved the Hopeland Gardens area. Catherine was a very nice hostess.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Red cottage

We had a great time
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

Timothy Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming Cottage

Great Location close to downtown. Beatiful Bedrooms are good size with comfortable beds. Clean. Listing as described. Very nice place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marshall C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Aiken Visit

Another great trip to Aiken - thank you for your hospitality!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

KARA LYNN C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Aiken trip

Wonderful historic cottage. Amazing location. Definitely recommend it if you want to be central in Aiken. Can't wait to come back
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Christine R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Masters

There was a bit of a glitch with communication, but the host quickly responded. The cottage was very clean. The location was perfect for attending the Masters. Very quiet and quaint.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dean and Francine U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous location and property!

We thoroughly enjoyed our weekend at Historic Cottage at Homeland Gardens. The home is larger than expected, which was a pleasant surprise. Everything that is needed for preparing meals, dining outdoors, and enjoying time with friends and family was found at this property. We would definitely recommend and we look forward to booking this stay again when we return to Aiken!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just lovely

We enjoyed the home very much- clean, convenient, and comfortable. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

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

Mike H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great small town feel

as soon as we walked in the cottage we felt at home. Everything about it was perfect. Location was across the road from Hopeland Gardens and two streets away from Hickory Trails which were beautiful. The cottage was also a short walk away from the polo grounds, horse racing training tracks, and breathtaking horse farms. Catherine and Bob, the hosts, were so accommodating and friendly. They lived on property and were so helpful, easy and kind. Can’t wait to go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tara S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place for girl's retirement celebration

Aiken popped up as a middle location between friends in Florida and Virginia so we decided to meet there for a 4 night stay. The Cottage was PERFECT as we each wanted our own bedrooms! The layout was spacious with a lovely outdoor sitting area. The kitchen was great and we appreciated the waters, snacks, coffee available. We were a very short drive to the historic downtown area and walked, and dined, and danced to the music in The Alley Thursday night. The Trolley ride on Saturday (book in advance!) was so fun and we learned so much about the history of Aiken. The point of departure at the Train Museum was perfect. All communication with the hostess was prompt! Thank you for a wonderful experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marianna G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfection

The property was BETTER than described! It was perfectly appointed and comfortable for our group. The Property Manager was amazing! The quintessential Southern Hostess! We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

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

Bernadette C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful and comfortable

We stayed July 5-7 to see if we would like to retire to Aiken. The cottage is perfectly located across from Hopeland Gardens. We walked our German Shepherd there several times. It is lovely. It's also only a mile drive to get to a Hitchcock Woods entrance to walk there, and it's only a few minutes from the adorable downtown. The cottage was immaculate, and the kitchen was well equipped. We were also able to do laundry, and that was helpful after driving cross country. We would happily stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Loved going to Hopelands, if cooler it would be great to sit outside but there during heat wave. Host was great and quick to respond
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely Perfect

Ideal location. Beautiful property. Historic feel. Friendly, above and beyond host. Book it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful!

My family of four adults stayed in this exquisite historical cottage while in town for my niece’s baby shower. We couldn’t have been more pleased with our choice as it was exactly as depicted in the pictures and as described on the site. Plenty of space. Comfortable beds, pillows, and sheets. Fully stocked kitchen for all of our needs. Two porches for early mornings or late evenings relaxing. Nice neighborhood with many walking opportunities.Check in was easy and communication was the best! Very attentive to our questions or needs.We would definitely stay here again and recommend it to anyone looking to stay in the Aiken area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved It!

Great central location. Perfect for dog walking in the gardens across the street. Home was very clean. Beds & pillows were very comfortable! Host was very kind to let us check in early when we needed to get our car into get fixed. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clarissa C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous and Perfect!

The house was great and even better with the kitchen on the other side of the house from the bedrooms; the "early risers" could enjoy coffee and morning talks without worrying about disturbing the others. Highly recommend!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025