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Stay Like a Local
A Blog for Visitors and Newcomers to Aiken, South Carolina by Aiken Vacation Rentals
Get insider info, local recommendations, and hidden gems that will help you experience Aiken like a seasoned local. Whether you're here for the day or making Aiken your new home, this is your go-to resource for making the most of your stay.
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Hidden Gem: Carolina Bay Nature Preserve in Aiken, SC
Carolina Bay Nature Preserve is one of the best-kept little secrets in Aiken (in my mind!) Right across the street from the park everyone...
Kendra DeKay
Oct 17, 20231 min read
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Our Story: The Story of Aiken Vacation Rentals
"Preparing for guests with care is an act of love I learned growing up. My parents had a way of making me feel right at home as soon as I...
Kendra DeKay
Oct 12, 20232 min read
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Thanksgiving Traditions in Aiken: Bloodies & Bagels 2023
Thanksgiving is a really special time of year to spend in Aiken. It’s a small town with a BIG heart that really shows with all the unique...
Kendra DeKay
Oct 12, 20231 min read
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Unique to Aiken, SC: The Historic Horse District
With the beautiful views of historic estates and horse farms, polo fields, and the Aiken Training Track, and the delightful dirt roads...
Kendra DeKay
Oct 3, 20231 min read
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Happy Fall, Y'All!
Fall greetings from Aiken, South Carolina! It's my favorite time of year, and a wonderful time to start planning a visit. The air gets...
Kendra DeKay
Sep 23, 20231 min read
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Aiken, SC Weather 101
When is a good time to visit Aiken, South Carolina? That depends on what you like. My favorite seasons here are fall and spring. Jeremy...
Kendra DeKay
Sep 19, 20232 min read
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Bright Idea: Magic Light Bulbs!
Bright idea from Bridlewood Cottage owner Cheryl: dawn to dusk lightbulbs. Leave your porch light on, and these bulbs installed in an...
Kendra DeKay
Sep 12, 20231 min read
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Fly Tiny: The Augusta Airport Experience
The tiny Augusta Airport is the closest public airport to Aiken (about 40 minutes drive). It is spacious, quiet, and actually very...
Kendra DeKay
Sep 5, 20231 min read
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Aiken Culture: Rond Point (the Whiskey Road Wall)
The corner of Whiskey Road known as Rond Point is a bit of a sore spot with Aiken locals. If you bring it up, get ready for a diatribe on...
Kendra DeKay
Aug 22, 20231 min read
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Navigating Aiken: Sharing the Road with Horses
Part of our unique equestrian culture here in Aiken, SC means sharing the roads with horse trailers, and in some places, horseback riders...
Kendra DeKay
Aug 15, 20231 min read
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Aiken AirBnB Transformation: The Lancaster Townhouse
Everyone loves a good makeover with Before & After photos! Our 2B1B Lancaster Townhouse has gotten a major glow-up with fresh interior...
Kendra DeKay
Aug 10, 20231 min read
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Aiken is for Artists
🎨 🖌 One thing I love about Aiken, South Carolina as an amateur doodler and serious appreciator of all things beautiful and lovely is...
Kendra DeKay
Aug 1, 20231 min read
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Public Parks in Aiken, SC
Here at Aiken Vacation Rentals, we love to share what we love about our fair city! These are some of our favorite public parks in Aiken,...
Kendra DeKay
Jul 25, 20234 min read
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Barbeque vs Grilling
Growing up on the west coast, when we were going to cook hot dogs & burgers on the grill in the backyard....
Kendra DeKay
Jul 20, 20231 min read
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💡Bright Idea
We love it when guests find something in our homes so convenient or comfortable that they take the idea home!
Kendra DeKay
Jul 12, 20231 min read
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Resources for Dog Owners in Aiken, SC
Downtown Aiken is very dog friendly, with many cafes that have outdoor seating allowing leashed dogs.
Kendra DeKay
Jul 10, 20231 min read
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Welcome to the new Aiken Vacation Rentals blog!
It's already been a BIG year here at Aiken Vacation Rentals, and it's only July! To celebrate our 3rd year in business, we are stepping...
Kendra DeKay
Jul 1, 20232 min read
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