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

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Historic Cottage - At Hopelands Gardens close to Hitchcock Woods (Remodeled) provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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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. City centre 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.

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About the area

Aiken is home to this cottage. St. Mary Help of Christians Church and Redcliffe Plantation State Historic Site are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit The Alley and Village at Whiskey Shopping Center. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Bruce's Field or Weeks Tennis Center. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hiking. Visit our Aiken travel guide
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Aiken, SC

What's nearby

  • A forest with tall trees and a path covered with green foliage.
    Hopeland Gardens
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Aiken Thoroughbred Racing Hall of Fame and Museum
    1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Aiken County Historical Museum
    12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • The Alley
    20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Bruce's Field
    4 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Wendy's
    3 min drive
  • Applebee's Grill + Bar
    2 min drive
  • Neon Fig
    17 min walk
  • Whiskey Alley
    20 min walk
  • Moe's Southwest Grill
    2 min drive

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.

How much is parking at Historic Cottage - At Hopelands Gardens close to Hitchcock Woods (Remodeled)?

On-site parking is available at the property.

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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Reviews

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

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Location

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 128 out of 139 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 139 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 139 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 139 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 139 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Pet friendly and charming cottage next door to Hopeland Gardens. You can’t ask for a better location. Close to The Wilcox Hotel and downtown Aiken. Hitchcock Woods and equestrian parks nearby.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
nice, quaint cottage in great location with easy access to downtown Aiken and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place to stay! Very spacious and warm. Loved the attention to detail.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Host provided bottled water and breakfast!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the convenience to everything Aiken. The home was clean, comfortable, and exactly what we needed for our business trip. Will definitely stay again if opportunity presents itself again. Highly recommend this property for your next stay in Aiken!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a charming and comfortable cottage! We felt like personal guests given the attention to detail, including soft towels, crisp bedding, bedside treats, coffee bar, and more! We loved the historic charm and appreciated the modern bathrooms! We can't wait to come back to this cottage!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay and location. My only feedback was to change the shade in the master bathroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay at the Historic Cottage at Hopeland Gardens was extremely pleasant. The home was clean and comfortable and the host was very attentive. We would stay again when in Aiken.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful old home relaxing and comfortable!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family trip

Great location Very quaint
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

Great staying . Clean quiet
Stayed 15 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Red Top Cottage

Comfortable, roomy property with great location.
Stayed 20 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage in a great location. We loved walking over to Hopelands Gardens. The area was quiet and safe. Thank you for the extras like the chocolates and coffee!!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay. Beautiful cottage where everything was taken care off. Owner was very responsive and checked in with us. We had to leave early in morning and get in later for a horse show and they were so understanding. We want to go back and stay for longer. Great location for all the barn!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location - wonderful time as always. Thank you again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home was comfortable, conveniently located, with great linens, extras if you forgot something and snacks. Aiken was so charming.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful accommodations.

This cottage was amazing. The space was nice and my kids loved having their own rooms. The owner was quick to respond and the check in and check out process was very easy. The location was great. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent accommodations

The Cottage was beautiful and well-appointed. We definitely felt like we were at home. It is located in a beautiful area, convenient to downtown. Every morning we were able to take a long walk through beautiful neighborhoods adjacent to downtown.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great little cottage

Very comfortable cottage in a great location. Directly across the street from Hopeland Gardens and a 5 minute drive to downtown or to the Palmetto Golf Club and polo fields. Hope to return on our next trip to Aiken.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful property

House was wonderful! Well appointed with all the necessities. Great location!!
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2024