Updated Darling Cottage | King Bed | Colleton Ave

Entire home in Aiken, South Carolina

  1. 4 guests
  2. 2 bedrooms
  3. 3 beds
  4. 1 bath
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars.4 reviews
Hosted by Kendra
  1. Superhost
  2. 5 years hosting

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100% of guests in the past year gave this location a 5-star rating.

Kendra is a Superhost

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Blue Ribbon Cottage is a FABULOUS 2025 remodeled 2B1B. Perfect blend of ideal location, historic charm, and modern amenities & style!

LOCATION: Desirable Colleton Ave less than 1.5 miles to downtown & near Bruce's Field & Aiken Polo Club.

MODERN: Chef's kitchen, stylish dining rm, king bedrm w/ lots of storage, 2nd bedrm w/ 2 single beds, modern bathroom, robust WIFI & Smart TV.

Fully fenced backyard w/ comfy outdoor "living room" deck. Up to 2 dogs welcome (must be included on reservation).

The space
Welcome to Blue Ribbon Cottage, your cozy home-away-from-home in the heart of Aiken! Nestled on residential Colleton Ave, this lovingly newly updated cottage blends southern charm with modern comfort and design — ideal for couples, families, or friends seeking a peaceful Aiken getaway.

Step inside to find a welcoming living space, a fully equipped kitchen (perfect for morning coffee or home-cooked meals), and inviting bedrooms that promise restful sleep. The cottage retains its warm, homey feel while delivering all the modern amenities you expect -- full chef's kitchen, newer washer & dryer, high speed WIFI, streaming TV and outdoor security cameras for peace of mind.

Outside, enjoy the serenity of a private, fenced yard — perfect for pets, kids, or simply relaxing after a day of exploring. With easy parking and thoughtful touches throughout, you’ll feel welcomed from the moment you arrive.

When you’re ready to explore, you’ll love how close Blue Ribbon Cottage is to all Aiken has to offer — from historic streets, boutique shops, and local eateries to green spaces and equestrian charm. Whether you’re here for a quiet retreat or to experience Aiken’s unique small-town charm, this cottage serves as a peaceful central home base for your adventures.

Guest access
The whole home and yard is available for your exclusive use during your stay.

Other things to note
Towels and linens are provided, as is a starter starter supply of toiletries, paper products and cleaning supplies.

The neighborhood is safe, clean, peaceful, and beautiful. Please be mindful of your noise in consideration of our lovely neighbors. Colleton Avenue is a wonderful residential boulevard for walking-- flat and wide with not a ton of car traffic and lined with beautiful homes. You can walk about a mile right into the historic heart of downtown Aiken, or a few blocks into the historic Horse District.

Exterior security cameras monitor the premises 360 for your peace of mind.

The fireplace is non-functional and is decorative only.

No smoking of any kind--including vaping--on this property. Additional fee may be charged if we have to clean up smoking-related damage, waste, or smells inside or outside.

The number of guests & pets must not exceed the number included on the reservation. Absolutely no parties per Airbnb policy.

PARENTS: please be advised this property is not childproofed, and may not be suitable for young children or babies. All children should be closely supervised.

GUESTS WITH DOGS: Up to two well-behaved dogs are welcome. Sorry, no cats. Dogs MUST be included on your reservation. Please cover furniture and do not leave pets unattended in the home if not crated. Do not leave your dog outside unsupervised, and do not allow digging or excessive barking. Obey local leash laws, and pick up after your pet in the yard and neighborhood. You may be charged for pet-related damages or if extra clean-up is required on check-out.

THANK YOU ... Your kind consideration for our rules help keep great properties like ours available for great guests like you!

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What this place offers

Kitchen
Wifi
Free parking on premises
Pets allowed
TV

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Where you’ll be

Aiken, South Carolina, United States

Meet your host

Superhost
188 reviews
4.95 out of 5 average rating
5 years of hosting
Born in the 80s
Where I went to school: Seattle area
I moved to Aiken from Seattle in 2008 to work in the thriving equestrian industry here. The small-town friendliness, history, and beauty of the area worked its magic on me--I married a local and now we enjoy welcoming others to Aiken, too! I own and run two small local businesses, Aiken Vacation Rentals and Equestrian Ethos. My husband Jeremy is a social worker. We have a dog Atticus and cats Neville and Minerva. Yes we are also nerds.

Kendra is a Superhost

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Co-hosts

  • Amy
  • Kym

Host details

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Things to know

Cancellation policy
House rules
Check-in after 4:00 PM
Checkout before 10:00 AM
4 guests maximum
Safety & property
Exterior security cameras on property
Carbon monoxide alarm
Smoke alarm