Circa 1876. Six acres of stunning beauty surround Ahern's Belle of the Bends Bed and Breakfast in Vicksburg, Mississippi. Sit on a wicker porch swing or rocker on a double veranda and catch a glimpse of paddlewheelers with calliopes playing Dixieland music on the mighty Mississippi River. Enchanting gardens boast statuary, stone benches and a gazebo. This historic Italianate postbellum Victorian mansion features unique hand-carved millwork and antiques illuminated by the original crystal chandeliers. Relax in the parlor and be pampered by the luxurious guest rooms, many with fireplaces and one with a whirlpool tub. An enticing candlelight breakfast is served on fine china with soft music playing.