721 Park Ave SE Aiken, SC 29801

This beautiful garden bungalow-cottage is framed by mature trees in Aiken's Historic District #2. First constructed in 1917, it has been tastefully updated throughout the years while maintaining its historical integrity. Upon entering the house through a welcoming covered porch, you are invited into a relaxing living room featuring high ceilings, hardwood floors, and a fireplace. There is a neighboring room used as a sitting room, which masterfully lends itself to a quiet and peaceful place to read. Also, on the first floor, you will enjoy the dining room, a first-floor bedroom perfect for a guest room or an office. The shared bathroom downstairs has been upgraded with a modern shower with an art deco-style tile, and the kitchen has been beautifully updated. There is also a downstairs laundry room that can be easily converted into a large walk-in pantry. The backyard is quite serene and has a new storage shed. What you will find most surprising about this quintessential Aiken bungalow is that it conceals a second floor with three total bedrooms, two spacious bedrooms and another smaller bedroom that could double as an office or art studio. a well-thought-out area for laundry, and plenty of storage. The upstairs bathroom has been remodeled with a clawfoot tub. Not everything in this home is historic! The roof was replaced in 2018, and the house is equipped with a whole-home water filtration system. This home is a perfect combination of vintage and new, ideally located a few blocks from charming downtown Aiken shops, restaurants, and churches. Golf courses, swimming clubs, and the historic horse district and horse venues are only minutes away. Hitchcock Woods, one of the largest urban forests in the nation and a haven for hikers, dog walkers, runners, and nature lovers, is only two miles away. You are invited to visit this enchanting cottage and appreciate its character in person.