The Hidden Bed & Breakfast In Pennsylvania That Was Once A Stop On The Underground Railroad
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Pennsylvania’s a treasure trove for history buffs. Even if history isn’t quite your “thing,” you just might find yourself enthralled by some of the stories that PA has to tell. Take this enchanting bed & breakfast, for example. Such prominent individuals as Patrick Henry and President and Mrs. Eisenhower have stayed here. And, it’s also said to have played a role in the Underground Railroad. Check into this historic bed & breakfast in Pennsylvania for an unforgettable experience.
The Mansion House 1757, with a history that goes back to 1757, holds distinction as "one of America’s oldest, continuously operated inns."
The above photo of the Mansion House 1757 was snapped in 1870.
Of course, you'll get a glimpse of the Underground Railroad exhibit. Peek through the secret trap door that leads to the attic. It was here, according to local legend, that former slaves once hid.
The owners of the Mansion House 1757 are said to have been adamantly against slavery, thus providing fleeing slaves with a safe haven as they traveled north.
After your tour, check into one of the charming rooms that's brimming with history. The 1757 Suite, for example, features its original fireplace chimney, window seats, and a whirlpool tub.
The 1757 Suite is located in an original part of the inn, which once housed the founders of Fairfield, Maggie Miller and Squire Williams.
Or, spend the night in the Patrick Henry Guestroom, where Henry once held meetings. Today, the room maintains its charming decor, complete with a wood and iron bed and a clawed foot tub.
Venture out to explore Fairfield. Or, dine right in the historic inn itself. The Mansion House Restaurant and Squire Miller’s Tavern offers a delicious menu of such dishes as chicken and biscuits, meatloaf, and shrimp 'n grits.
Find The Historic Fairfield Inn's official website here and Facebook page here.
Journey through history at this enchanting bed & breakfast in Pennsylvania. And plan a visit to these seven places around Pennsylvania that were once part of the Underground Railroad.
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Address: 15 West Main St., Fairfield, PA 17320
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