''Thistle Cottage'', built in 1922 is located in Historical Downtown Aiken. This Graceful Home features hardwood floors, transom windows, coffered ceilings and built-ins for displaying book collections or collectibles throughout the home. The formal dining room has a fireplace, built-ins and convenient French doors that open to the side porch. There is a unique nook perfect for painting with a bar area and access to the outside porch. The main bathroom features the original tile which is in excellent shape with a built-in linen closet. The cozy sitting room/den is surrounded by windows overlooking the yard and grounds. The kitchen has been renovated while keeping with the time era. Hard-surface countertops, a smooth cooktop, glass-front cabinets, an island, wainscoting and a breakfast room/eat-in area. The laundry room is conveniently located behind the kitchen and off the third bathroom and walk-in primary closet. There is a spacious second bedroom with a fireplace, built-in linen and a walk-in closet. A large room in the separate building makes a perfect office or hobby room and has cabinetry. This wonderful home has meticulously maintained grounds with separate sitting areas and a wrought-iron gate with coded security.