Welcome to the J. Lewden House, built in 1770, on the National Historic Register, one of Delaware's Heritage Buildings, and located in one of Delaware's earliest settlements the Historic Village of Christiana. This magnificent home would be perfect for a Bed & Breakfast! Privacy abounds on the 3 Acres surrounded by mature trees and gardens plus bordering the Lewden-Green Park, making this a truly unique property that would be perfect for weddings family reunions and other large family gatherings. There are 6 BR's, 6.5 Baths, and 9 Fireplaces. Five of the BR's have en-suite baths. The front entrance has a massive front door with original strap hinges and hardware, and welcomes you into the main entrance w/original wide plank flooring and grand staircase. The front parlor and large living room both have ornamental fireplaces and custom built-ins. The kitchen was totally renovated in 2006 w/Dacor 48" dual gas stove w/double ovens (convection/conventional), a separate 24" wall oven, built-in microwave, warming drawer and both full size refrigerator and freezer. From the kitchen, French doors lead you to a private brick terrace surrounded by beautiful gardens. Adjacent to the kitchen is the butler's pantry at one end and the family room to the other. Also on the first floor in the private wing, is a library, full bath & bedroom w/fireplace, plus laundry room and a private entrance, making it perfect for a possible in-law suite. The 2nd floor has 4 BR's & 3 Full Baths. The master bath being completely renovated w/walk-in tile shower and 200 yr old barn board used for the wainscoting. The 3rd floor is a private oasis! Private bedroom, dormer windows, a large walk-in subway tile shower w/body jets and a separate closet area w/built-in cabinetry. The Carriage House building has 3 garage bays and a updated 2nd floor one-bedroom style apartment. There is an updated pool house w/working FP, and basement, plus a back garage great for storing all the lawn & pool equipment. The main house roof was replaced in 2013 and kitchen roof in 2006 (stripped, new sheathing & 30 yr. architectural shingles). Extensive renovations/upgrades to the rest of the home include all 3 heating unit and hot water heaters being replaced, a new sewer line, new plumbing and electric and new well storage tank. Convenient to Rt 1 and I-95 and close to the University of Delaware, Winterthur, Hagley, Old New Castle, Fort Delaware & Pea Patch Island plus many other historical sites.