Chestnut Hill on the Delaware

Perched high on the banks of the scenic Delaware River, Chestnut Hill Bed and Breakfast and its companion all-suite, Country Cottage, are beautifully preserved, Victorian-era lodgings.

We welcome you to our home, located in the small town of Milford, New Jersey, where you'll experience the charm and grace of a century past.

Chestnut Hill, was built in 1860 by Wilson Thomas for his bride Lizzie. We have the privilege of being only the third family to live here. The parlor, drawing room, and dining room have the strong sense of a more gentle era.

“As romantic as an old-fashioned valentine, each room in this grand Victorian home is furnished with antiques.” Woman's Day Intimate Getaways by Roberta Gardner

Six upstairs guest rooms and large, immaculately maintained social rooms downstairs feature high walls papered in wine-red and moss-green period patterns. Original photos and paintings chronicle Chestnut Hill's history and that of the town. The rooms hold furniture and dress from the time when the first two families owned the home. Iron mannequins in the drawing and living rooms model Victorian clothing, which Linda found in trunks belonging to the first owners when she and Rob bought the home eighteen years ago.  Chestnut Hill allows guests a look back at Victorian-era Milford.

AWARDS
Designated as a romantic B & B Getaway by the Washington Post Travel Section
Voted by inngoers in Arrington's Inn Traveler
Best Overall Bed and Breakfast in North America
Best Breakfast in the Northeast
Best on the Waterfront
Designated one of New York Magazine's 30 Best Getaways
Voted by Best Romantic Picks for Valentine's Day
Best Undiscovered Incredibly Romantic Inns

Everyone becomes part of an extended family the minute they step on to the huge wraparound veranda. Comfortable, country rockers are situated for pleasant conversation and relaxing views of the Delaware River. Watch a photo opportunity for a book or wander into a cozy sitting room. In the formal dining room, teeny lights sparkle from beautiful plants. The long candle-lit table and overall Victorian decor adds to the opulence of the incomparable breakfasts.

Though we are often featured as a romantic getaway, Chestnut Hill continues to offer convenient lodging for the business traveler. All of our rooms have excellent mattresses. We have free wireless internet!