Built in 1790 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the Governor's Bed and Breakfast is situated on two landscaped acres in the Milton Historic District An excellent local adaptation of a Southern colonial mansion, it was built by John Hazzard who according to National Military Archives piloted George Washington across the Delaware. His son, David, was governor of Delaware between 1830 and 1833. Guests can enjoy the veranda and the grounds for leisure conversation and reading. Fully restored the 4,000 square feet interior boasts original woodwork including chair railing, random width pine flooring, 5 working fireplaces, a paneled library and a dining room with a magnificent crystal chandelier. Furnishings are antique and the rooms display a unique collection of paintings and antique decorative arts.
