10 Unique Airbnbs For Your Next Aiken-Area Event

I’m a big fan of Airbnb and Vrbo. I’ve booked accommodations through these sites everywhere from Rebecca Farm to Red Hills, Luhmühlen to LRK3DE, Badminton to Boekelo. Not only can they be cheaper than a hotel (always a plus for EN, on our quest to cover every important event in the world with a budget of literally zero dollars), they often have character and help create memories in a way that cookie cutter chain hotels just can’t.

In a new series, we are combing Airbnb listings for unique places to stay in some of the most popular eventing destinations. Previous editions: Ocala. Today we head to Aiken, South Carolina:

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Adorable “Tiny Dollhouse” Shipping Container

“Shipping container” may not be the first thing that comes to mind when you imagine overnighting in Aiken, but these converted one-bedrooms are totally cute! Originally built in the Netherlands, these sweet, charming abodes (the host has multiple — “Green Nest” and “Blue Jewel” are pictured above) traveled many ocean miles to get here. New, clean and private!

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Stable View — Hunt Box

One of the many beautiful things about competing at Stable View is that you can stay right on the grounds! The Hunt Boxes (eight apartments total) are one-bed/one-bath apartments with two queen beds and one pull-out couch. They also have their own kitchenettes, with access to a fully equipped kitchen located near by. And, most importantly, stalls and paddocks are available — contact them for additional pricing and details.

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Blueberry Bungalow – Equestrian friendly/CLEAN!

This fun, contemporary and lil-bit-funky bungalow has its own private entrance and is “equestrian friendly” (which we think means that, being on five acres, there’s plenty of room for turnaround in our big trucks!) It’s a mile from the Whiskey Road/Chukker Creek Road intersection.

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Dreamcatcher Cottage

Rainbow sold separately. Yet, this one-bedroom/two-bed/two-bath cottage on the privately owned 26-acre farm has plenty of allure: massive windows, an open floor plan, and shared large in-ground saltwater pool. There’s also generous parking and room to roam on 26-acres. Stalls are available — please inquire for rates.

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Aiken Apartment on Quiet Horse Farm

In addition to Stable View, there are a few other Aiken-area listings where you and your horse can bunk up on the same property — or even under the same roof. Here’s another one, located in the picturesque Montmorenci area of Aiken.  The footing looks nice!

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Virtue Farm

This pristine, modern gated farm has two-bedrooms and two-baths. Inquire about bringing horses, as there are four stalls, a private arena, tack room, and walk-out paddocks also available. We love the monochromatic color scheme and horsey decor!

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“Batchelor’s Hall” Hip, Luxurious & IN TOWN

I don’t know what it is about big, loud wallpaper prints and clawfoot tubs in bedrooms, but it’s like this house just GETS me. Owned by a designer, this newly renovated playhouse is “playful, witty, sexy and luxurious,” not to mention a short walk to Bruce’s field. There’s also a fenced yard for dogs, which I know you know is a siren song for horse people.

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Stunning Downtown Aiken Home

One cannot speak of this home without first acknowledging its heated saltwater pool and … #bathroomgoals. It manages to combine traditional Southern charm (porch ceiling fans, swoon) with a downtown urban quirkiness that will appease the aesthetic appetites of eventers with both city mouse and country mouse tendencies.

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The Guest House & Stables at Quiet Oak Farm

This ” little space with big style” is located at the end of a long gravel drive on the 5.5 acre Quiet Oak Farm. This small space has been carefully crafted using performance fabrics, designer wall coverings, and luxurious custom finishes, and is just five minutes from downtown Aiken. Overnight stabling can be arranged on the property in one of five matted 12×12 stalls with access to a Grand Prix size arena with synthetic footing.

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Cottage With Horse Paddock Near Aiken Horse Park

Stay in a modern, relaxed private home on a 2.3-acre estate complete with a horse run-in shed with turnout. A nature trail through a pine forest is accessible right off the front deck. Enjoy a peaceful country setting with modern amenities.