Saddlebags packed with medical supplies and some clothing, a blanket and strong cloth rolled behind his saddle, a young man rode into town. The village was Absecum (Absecon), the year was about 1819 and the horseman was young Dr. Jonathan Pitney. Only twenty-one years old, Pitney has just completed two years as an assistant in a hospital on Staten Island, following his graduation from a New York medical school. Probably few noticed the youthful horseman as he arrived in the village. Certainly no one knew or cared that he had just completed the long trip from his birthplace and home in Mendham, Morris County, where he had been born October 29, 1797. How could anyone have foreseen that this young doctor would become forever famous and one day be called the "Father of Atlantic City," Queen Resort of the Coast. He was to be responsible for the construction of the railroad east across New Jersey through the salt marshes to Absecon Island, now Atlantic City.

His efforts were to cause the Federal Government to construct and commission a lighthouse at the north end of Absecon Island, finally putting an end to the countless scores of shipwrecks along the shoals and beaches near "Graveyard Inlet." Atlantic City, New Jersey - Dr. Jonathan Pitney's turn-of-the-century home has been lovingly restored into a bed and breakfast inn with a warm and friendly atmosphere. This home was originally built by Samuel Reed in 1799. Dr. Pitney purchased the colonial-style home in 1833, but when he added on in 1848, the addition was built in an Italiante style. Tastefully furnished with period antiques: two bedrooms, the dining room, kitchen and maid quarters are in colonial decor; four bedrooms and the Granville Room are in Victorian vogue settings and are all located in the Pitney House.

Take a step back into the past as each bedroom includes it's own private bath, most with authentic claw-foot tubs. Imagine the picturesque beauty and romance of nestling in front of a cozy fireplace with that special someone in your own private room. The ambiance of a by-gone era has been captured in each room for your relaxation and a rejuvenating stay. Breakfast is a "special time." Start your day with a full breakfast served in our Colonial Dining Room consisting of freshly squeezed juices, homemade breads and muffins, entrees ranging from over-stuffed French toast to soufflés to hot fruit dishes.