Akens House



This is the home of Bonnie and Lyle Akens.  It is on the corner of Race Street and W. Front Street.  It is being run as a Bed and Breakfast, and is in the Mitchell College District.







Entering from the parking lot through the back door is a wonderful mini-maze of boxwoods with a bird bath in the center.



Upon entering the front door of the house, one sees this beautiful entry foyer.




This photo shows the beautiful fireplace in the Ladies' Parlor.



Another view of the Ladies' Parlor



This is a shot of the Gentlemen's Parlor.



And another look at the Gentlemen's Parlor.  One can imagine an old gentlemen settling in here with his pipe.



This is the King's chair in the dining room.  The wallpaper in this room is especially interesting.  The paper was painted over to resemble a very fine leather.



This shows a lovely fireplace and mantle in the Family Room.



This is a photo of a claw-foot tub in the downstairs bathroom.



Upstairs are the three bedrooms and baths that comprise the Bed and Breakfast.  This is the Mahogany Room.



The Mahogany Room features a mahogany, lion-footed, four-poster bed and bedroom suite.



This is the Walnut Room, and just look at the beautiful massive armoire.



Another view of the Walnut Room.



And another - What sweet dreams one could have in this bed.



This bright, sunny room is called the Tower Room.  Located in the tower, this room features an antique white iron bed set amid lovely pieces of authentic white wicker.  A beautiful antique Persian rug reflects the colors in this period wallpaper.



Another view of the Tower Room



What decadence!  Imagine having this delivered to you in bed.

My thanks to Bonnie and Lyle for sharing these photos of their home with us.

You can visit the TowerHouse website at http://www.towerhousebnb.com

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