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Cottage #8 The Thoroughbred

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A compact building with a dark exterior, a small porch, and a golf cart parked in front.
A wooden cabin interior with a brown leather sofa, a wooden table, a bed, and a kitchenette.
A cabin interior with a bed, sofa, dining table, kitchen area, and a TV.
A cabin with a loft bedroom, a kitchen with a microwave, and a bed with a white comforter.
A wooden cabin interior with a loft bedroom, a staircase, and a small kitchen area.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Highlights

  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Firepit

Explore the area

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Aiken, SC
  • Place, Aiken State Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Citizens Park
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Bruce's Field
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Airport, Augusta, GA (AGS-Augusta Regional)
    ‪51 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Living Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Cottage #8 The Thoroughbred

Cottages at The Vista are eight rustic cottages in Aiken, SC, just 15 minutes from downtown. Nestled on 187 acres of rolling views, the property also features The Overlook at The Vista wedding & event venue and The Vista Schooling equestrian facility.

Enjoy a peaceful countryside retreat with some of Aiken's finest riders and event guests, while still being just 15 minutes from downtown Aiken or 45 minutes from Augusta National and all that downtown Augusta has to offer.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 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
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 5229484vb
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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Aiken

Located in Aiken, this cottage is in the city centre. Weeks Tennis Center and Aiken Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Aiken Visitors Center and Train Museum and Aiken Center for the Arts. Aiken Thoroughbred Racing Hall of Fame and Museum and DuPont Planetarium and RPSEC Observatory are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including birdwatching.
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Aiken, SC

What's nearby

  • Aiken State Park - 5 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Citizens Park - 12 min drive - 17.1 km
  • Bruce's Field - 16 min drive - 20.7 km
  • Aiken County Historical Museum - 16 min drive - 21.3 km
  • Hopeland Gardens - 17 min drive - 21.7 km

Getting around

  • Augusta, GA (AGS-Augusta Regional) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪General Elliott Inn - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Fair Pizza - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Mexican Restaurant Las Palmas - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪302 Lounge Gentlemen's Club - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Jamies Baked Blessings and More - ‬19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cottage #8 The Thoroughbred pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Cottage #8 The Thoroughbred?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cottage #8 The Thoroughbred?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cottage #8 The Thoroughbred?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cottage #8 The Thoroughbred located?

Located in the heart of Aiken, this cottage is within 12 miles (20 km) of Citizens Park, Bruce's Field and Aiken Visitors Center and Train Museum. The Alley and Virginia Acres Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

8.0

Very good

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10/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Check-in

8.0/10

Communication

8.0/10

Location

8.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Toni Courtney Spann P.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cottage but location was a little scary being at the end of a hill and wooded area.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026

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What makes this property unique

Escape to a rural cottage on a stunning equestrian estate. Relax in the hot tub or on the screened porch, and soak up sweeping views—your peaceful hideaway surrounded by pine-scented air and rolling countryside charm.
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