The Cottage On The Rail

Property Description

Nestled in the heart of Aiken’s Historic Horse District, this extraordinary equestrian estate occupies one of the most coveted addresses in the South’s premier sporting community. It is a lifestyle found in few places in America, where horses remain woven into everyday life and a rich sporting legacy continues to thrive. The farm is uniquely bordered by the Aiken Training Track on one side, and Bruce’s Field (The Aiken Horse Park) on the other. From the custom gated entrance, the fully fenced property unfolds through lush pastures, mature live oaks, manicured hedgerows and a cutting garden that provides seasonal blooms throughout the year. The elevated farmhouse (c.1917) has been carefully renovated and expanded. Heart pine floors and doors, handsome fireplaces and numerous French doors create warmth while light fills the home. The main level is designed for entertaining and everyday living, with a bourbon room, formal dining room, guest suite and custom kitchen which flows into the breakfast room and gracious porch overlooking the garden. The entire second floor is occupied by the primary suite. Serving as a private retreat complete with sitting room/office, spa-inspired bath, dual walk-in closets, secondary laundry and spacious bedroom with its own fireplace. The guest cottage provides two private 2 bed/1 bath guest suites, ideal for guests or staff. A heated saltwater gunite pool is surrounded by mature landscaping and sweeping views. At the heart of the equestrian operation is a custom eight- stall barn with tack & feed rooms, laundry and direct access to multiple pastures. A professional-quality putting green, secluded hot tub and carriage house with garage for up to four vehicles are additional amenities. Rarely does a property become available that so perfectly captures the essence of Aiken. The Cottage on the Rail is more than a horse farm. It is a lifestyle, a legacy and a front-row seat in one of the most distinctive equestrian communities in the United States.