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Biltmore House, the main residence, is a Châteauesque-style mansion built for George Washington Vanderbilt II between 1889 and 1895 and is the largest privately owned house in the United States, at 178,926 sq ft of floor space and 135,280 sq ft of living area. Overview. Map. Directions. Satellite.
The estate today covers approximately 8,000 acres (13 sq mi; 32 km 2) and is split in half by the French Broad River. The estate is overseen by The Biltmore Company, a trust set up by the family. The company is a large enterprise that is one of the largest employers in the Asheville area.
Biltmore House, and Antler Hill Village for information, reservations for dining and outdoor activities, purchase Biltmore Annual Passes, and answers to your questions.
- Biltmore Bass Pond
- The Riding Stables and Barn
- The Lagoon
- Antler Hill Village
- The Winery
- Staying at Biltmore
- Eating at Biltmore
- Tips For Visiting Biltmore Estate
Past the Conservatory, is the Biltmore Bass Pond. You can either drive down and park on the roadside or take a longer hike from the Gardens. There are trails that take you all the way around the pond, and you can also access the Woodlands Trail and Meadow Trail from here as well. All of the hiking trails and estate area are dog-friendly as well. Be...
When the Vanderbilts lived at Biltmore, the primary form of transportation around the estate was by horse, either through carriage, wagon or on horseback. Take a few extra minutes, and drive up past the Deerpark Restaurant to the Carriage house and horse stables. The Old Barn, The "Biltmore Belgians", and the farm animals on the way up are definite...
About half-way between the House and Antler Village, the road goes alongside the French Broad River, and past a small area called the Lagoon. The Lagoon is not only a great place for a nice picnic, but it provides one of the best views of Biltmore House. You'll see the Lagoon on the left as you head away from Biltmore House. To access the parking a...
Antler Hill Village is your destination for shopping, dining, and staying at Biltmore. This mostly new shopping and entertainment area, features the Biltmore Winery, The Village Hotel, and the luxurious Inn at Biltmore. Antler Hill Village also features a number of shops, Cedric's Tavern and a Petting Farm with a number of farm animals. Biltmore's ...
In the early 1900s, George Vanderbilt began establishing the Estate as a place for fine wine, as Vanderbilt began to collect world-renowned wines and storing them in the Biltmore Wine Cellars. Fast forward to 1983, where the Biltmore Dairy, during a large construction effort, was turned into the Biltmore Winery. The Biltmore Estate Wine Company was...
Whether you just can't fit everything into a single day, or if you just want to spend the evening enjoying the luxurious accommodations provided by the exquisite Estate lodging options, Biltmore has an overnight stay option for you.
Biltmore Estate includes a number of wonderful dining options. All restaurants are within the estate, and Biltmore tickets are required to reach them. Dining options include: 1. The Bistro- Located in Antler Hill Village, this casual and exceptional restaurant is Europe inspired. Guests are seated around an open kitchen. 2. Cedric's Tavern- Lunch a...
We've been visiting Biltmore House and Estate for more than 30 years, and in that time, we've learned a few tips that will help you make your stay FAR more enjoyable: 1. Wear comfortable clothes and shoes. Weather conditions and temperatures in the mountains and at the estate can change quickly, so bring layers in the Spring and Fall. 2. Arrive ear...
Antler Hill Village to Biltmore House: 5 miles Inn on Biltmore Estate® to Biltmore House: 4 miles Antler Hill Village to Deerpark: 2 miles Map not to scale. 1 Winery Wine Shop Wine Bar Entrance Village Hotel Overnight Parking 5 2 Bistro 5 The Biltmore Legacy 4 Traditions 6 Antler Hill Outfitters 4 3 To Dog Kennels Outdoor Activities 9 Outdoor ...
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Sep 13, 2024 · Biltmore Estate, estate in Asheville, North Carolina, that was built in the late 1800s as the summer home of George W. Vanderbilt. Its most notable feature is a French Renaissance mansion that is considered the largest private residence in the United States.
