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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 7157.9 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Aiken, SC
  • Hopeland Gardens
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Aiken County Historical Museum
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Bruce's Field
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Augusta, GA (AGS-Augusta Regional)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

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.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 22
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 9 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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.

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

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. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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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

  • ‪SOB Bagel - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪The Alley Downtown Taproom - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Electric Eats - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Mellow Mushroom - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪New Moon Cafe - ‬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.

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).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 84 out of 91 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 91 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 91 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 91 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 91 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

James H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Second time staying. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas J.

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

Great Stay!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

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

Nathan S.

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

Awesome Property and Location

Great property, clean, and conveniently located. Would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was just fabulous. Exactly as described and maybe better. She thought of everything that a guest could need.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lloyd M.

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

Red Top Cottage

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

10/10 Excellent

Katherine T.

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

Lovely little cottage

Great cottage will stay there again
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judy F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Historic Cottage was exactly what we hoped it would be and perfect for our stay. Very clean home and owners were exceptional! The location was perfect for Hopeland Gardens and local restaurants. We would stay here again without hesitation!
Stayed 3 nights in May 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

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property. Very convenient to Bruce’s Field. Communicative owner. Very comfortable bedding and towels.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 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

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

Mary Beth R.

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

Business Trip Accommodations

We all really enjoyed our stay. Red Top Cottage was nicely appointed, roomy, and the setting was wonderful. Best overnight business trip stay I have had in Aiken. We particularly loved the marvelous mid century modern oven!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 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

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

William L.

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

10/10 Excellent

Martin M.

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

Aiken Charm

Lovely spacious cottage, with great outdoor space. Period furnishings and updated bathrooms. Awesome location. Thanks
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jewelynn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was very quaint, clean and well equipped. Our host supplied unnecessary extras like snacks, bottle of bubbly and even turn down chocolates on the comfy beds. Bathrooms were supplied with lots of extras and the fluffiest towels. Our host was an excellent communicator and made a list of activities and restaurant recommendations that I asked for and as very quick to get back. The gardens across the street were beautiful and a terrific walkthrough. The cottage is Very close to town so the location was great. There are 2 porches that you can sit on and relax and take in the relaxing atmosphere .i would stay here again as it was delightful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My husband and I loved this cottage so much that we extended our stay! The cottage was much bigger than I thought and every room in the cottage was lovely. All VRBO hosts should be this thoughtful....there was coffee, snacks, a binder of restaurant recommendations as well as a bowl full of information about SC. I loved little touches like books placed in every room. One of our favorite mornings was when we drank our coffee while sitting in white rockers on the porch just chatting and watching the rain. This Historic Cottage is a must stay and whenever time allows we will be back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

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

jim s.

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

Aiken golf trip

Clean. Convenient to downtown Aiken. Beautiful area.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff E.

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

10/10 Excellent

Mary C.

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

Charming Cottage

This is a charming, well-appointed and spotless cottage in an exceptional location near everything in Aiken. We would book it again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 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

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

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