Lux Weekend Away in the Heart of Horse Country

Just two and a half hours from Atlanta, 30 minutes past Augusta, you will find the town of Aiken, the heart of South Carolina’s Thoroughbred Country. Although this charming small town is primarily known for hosting equestrian events year-round, Aiken is more than just horses – it’s a place where you can enjoy a weekend away, safely. Stay the weekend at The Willcox or the Carriage House Inn. Both offer luxury accommodations like suites and private cottages that are spread apart, but still walking distance to downtown and nearby attractions. Spend an afternoon strolling through the elegant Oak Alley at Hopelands Gardens, or take a horseback riding tour through Hitchcock Woods, one of America’s largest urban forests (two times the size of New York’s Central Park). Experience the culinary scene downtown in The Alley, a pedestrian-only plaza, where there’s something for every palate; from laid-back breweries like Aiken Brewing Company, to white-tablecloth fine-dining establishments like Malia’s (and plenty of outdoor seating).

 

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