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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 71700 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Aiken, SC
  • Place, Hopeland Gardens
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Aiken County Historical Museum
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Bruce's Field
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Augusta, GA (AGS-Augusta Regional)
    ‪38 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 - 0.1 km
  • Aiken Thoroughbred Racing Hall of Fame and Museum - 1 min walk - 0.2 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

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.

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).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 93 out of 100 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 100 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 100 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 100 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 100 reviews

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

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cathe B.

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

10/10 Excellent

Melanie S.

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

10/10 Excellent

William C.

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

10/10 Excellent

Marshall C.

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

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

Tammy T.

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

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

Virginia K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a 100% great experience. We loved staying here. This cottage made us feel so welcome. It was generously supplied with everything we needed. The beds were so comfortable. I wish our stay had been longer and we hope to stay again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pam G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything we could possibly need from kitchen items to personal items was provided. The beds and the pillows are so comfortable. It was the perfect place for our ladies get-together. The cottage is so clean and quiet (except for us guests!) Highly recommend this quaint little piece of history from Old Aiken.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a fabulous place! Can’t give it enough stars!! So clean and the best towels and toiletries. I will always stay there when in Aiken for horse shows! We all loved it so much!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A delightful and comfortable cottage next to Hopelands Gardens and convenient for exploring the town.
Stayed 2 nights in May 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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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