Biltmore Estate - Asheville, North Carolina, United States
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Biltmore Estate Asheville
Plan to spend a good portion of the day touring this palatial Victorian-era home of the famed Vanderbilt family, with 250 rooms, 65 fireplaces, a bowling alley, gymnasium, indoor swimming pool, winery and gorgeous surrounding gardens designed by Frederick Law Olmsted.
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Biltmore Estate. Asheville, NC. USA
....the biggest house private owned in United States, built by the Vanderbilt Family by the end of the 19 Century in the beautiful Appalachian Mountains in North Carolina.....
Biltmore Estate - House and Gardens - Asheville, North Carolina NC
Exterior photos and factoids of the Biltmore House, a National Historic Landmark, in Asheville, North Carolina. It is the largest private estate in the United States. There are pictures of some of the home's thousands of details that, because there are so many, are often overlooked. If visiting, plan a two-day tour to take in all the estate has to offer, including the house, gardens, winery, and inn. The Behind the Scenes and Rooftop tours are recommended. For more information, visit (Architect: Richard Morris Hunt; Landscape: Frederick Law Olmsted)
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Featuring architectural details of Biltmore Mansion. The 178,926 square foot house is located in Asheville, North Carolina, this is the largest privately owned house in the United States, and features 250 rooms, 33 bedrooms, 43 bathrooms, and 65 fireplaces. It sitting on 8,000 acres of property.
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Just a quaint summer home for the Vanderbilt family, The Biltmore Estate and its grounds are as stunning from the air as they are from the ground.
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North Carolina: Biltmore Estate
Biltmore Estate is a historic house museum and tourist attraction in Asheville, North Carolina. 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 square feet (16,622.8 m2) of floor space (135,280 square feet of living area). Still owned by George Vanderbilt's descendants, it remains one of the most prominent examples of Gilded Age mansions.
In the 1880s, at the height of the Gilded Age, George Washington Vanderbilt II began to make regular visits with his mother, Maria Louisa Kissam Vanderbilt, to the Asheville area. He loved the scenery and climate so much that he decided to build his own summer house in the area, which he called his little mountain escape. His older brothers and sisters had built luxurious summer houses in places such as Newport, Rhode Island, and Hyde Park, New York. Vanderbilt named his estate Biltmore, derived from De Bilt, Vanderbilt's ancestors' place of origin in the Netherlands, and More, Anglo-Saxon for open, rolling land. Vanderbilt bought almost 700 parcels of land, including over 50 farms and at least five cemeteries; a portion of the estate was once the community of Shiloh. A spokesperson for the estate said in 2017 that archives show much of the land was in very poor condition, and many of the farmers and other landowners were glad to sell.
Construction of the house began in 1889. George Vanderbilt opened his opulent estate on Christmas Eve of 1895.
In an attempt to bolster the estate's financial situation during the Great Depression, Cornelia and her husband opened Biltmore to the public in March 1930 at the request of the City of Asheville, which hoped the attraction would revitalize the area with tourism.
After the divorce of the Cecils in 1934, Cornelia left the estate never to return; however, John Cecil maintained his residence in the Bachelors' Wing until his death in 1954. Their eldest son, George Henry Vanderbilt Cecil, occupied rooms in the wing until 1956. At that point Biltmore House ceased to be a family residence and continued to be operated as a historic house museum.
The Biltmore Company is privately held. Of the 4,306.86 acres that make up Biltmore Estate.
Vanderbilt commissioned prominent New York architect Richard Morris Hunt, who had previously designed houses for various Vanderbilt family members, to design the house in the Châteauesque style. Hunt used French Renaissance chateaus as inspiration.
The Banquet Hall is the largest room in the house, measuring 42 feet wide and 72 feet long, with a 70-foot-high barrel-vaulted ceiling. The table could seat 64 guests surrounded by rare Flemish tapestries and a triple fireplace that spans one end of the hall. On the opposite end of the hall is an organ gallery that houses a 1916 Skinner pipe organ. Left unfinished with bare brick walls, the Music Room was not completed and opened to the public until 1976. It showcases a mantle designed by Hunt, and a large engraving by Albrecht Dürer called the Triumphal Arch commissioned by Holy Roman Emperor Maximilian I. The mantle had been stored in the stable for over 80 years.
The basement level featured activity rooms including an indoor 70,000-gallon (265,000-litre and 265-cubic meter) heated swimming pool with underwater lighting, a bowling alley, and a gymnasium with once state-of-the-art fitness equipment. The service hub of the house is also found in the largest basement in the US, as the location for the main kitchen, pastry kitchen, rotisserie kitchen, walk-in refrigerators that provided an early form of mechanical refrigeration, the servants' dining hall, laundry rooms and additional bedrooms for staff.
There is an Italian formal garden, a walled garden, a shrub and rose garden, fountains, and a conservatory with individual rooms for palms and orchids. There was also a bowling green, an outdoor tea room, and a terrace to incorporate the European statuary that Vanderbilt had brought back from his travels. At the opposite end of the Esplanade is the Rampe Douce, a graduated stairway zigzagging along a rough-cut limestone wall that leads to the grassy slope known as the Vista, topped with a statue of Diana, the goddess of the hunt.
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Biltmore Mansion Asheville NC - The top floor of the Biltmore House, George Vanderbilt's fabulous mansion in Asheville, served three purposes: an Observatory overlooking the sweeping Appalachian landscape and adjacent outdoor balconies; the Architectural Model Room housing Richard Morris Hunt's 1889 architectural model of Biltmore House and the female servants' quarters. Get a behind-the-scenes tour of these recently opened rooms which provide an interesting contrast to the more opulent public rooms on the lower floors.
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Biltmore Estate - Asheville / North Carolina
Das größte Haus der Familie Vanderbilt steht in Asheville im Westen von North Carolina. Der Eintritt ist sehr teuer. Hier wurden schon Filme gedreht. Zum riesigen Anwesen gehören u.a. ein Weinkeller, eine Gärtnerei und mehrere Seen.
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1862
George Vanderbilt is born in Staten Island.
As a grandson of famed industrialist and philanthropist Cornelius Vanderbilt, George takes his place among one of America’s best-known families.
1888
George Vanderbilt first visits Asheville, North Carolina.
A short visit to the Blue Ridge Mountains with his mother immediately sparks Vanderbilt’s imagination. He has found the perfect location for his country home.
George Vanderbilt in 1888
House construction 1889
1889
Construction of Biltmore House begins.
Vanderbilt’s 250-room French Renaissance chateau is a true marvel, the largest undertaking in residential architecture. Over a six-year period, an entire community of craftsmen comes together to create America’s premier home and the environmental wonderland that surrounds it.
1895
Vanderbilt officially opens Biltmore to friends and family.
On Christmas Eve, the country retreat George Vanderbilt has spent so long planning is marvelously decorated and full of festivity. The finished home contains over four acres of floor space, including 35 bedrooms, 43 bathrooms, and 65 fireplaces.
Biltmore house opening 1895
1898 Edith Stuyvesant Dresser
1898
George Vanderbilt marries Edith Stuyvesant Dresser in Paris.
Edith is a descendant of Peter Stuyvesant, the first governor of Dutch colonial New York. After honeymooning in Italy, Edith and George return to live at Biltmore.
1900
Cornelia Vanderbilt is born at Biltmore.
George and Edith’s only child is born on the evening of August 22 in the Louis XV Room. It is a celebrity birth, even by modern standards.
Construction of the Main Dairy and Horse Barn begins.
The Horse Barn is a thriving social and work center for the families who farmed Biltmore, and the agricultural heart of the estate. It remains a unique connection to the estate’s past.
1900 George holds baby Cornelia Vanderbilt
1914 George Vanderbilt
1914
George Vanderbilt passes away at the age of 51.
Vanderbilt is buried in the Vanderbilt family mausoleum on Staten Island. He leaves an enormous philanthropic legacy. Edith sells approximately 87,000 acres of the estate to the United States Forest Service for less than $5 an acre.
1924
Cornelia Vanderbilt marries the Honorable John Francis Amherst Cecil.
A respected British diplomat, Cecil marries his bride at All Souls Church in Biltmore Village.
1924 Cornelia Vanderbilt marries the Honorable John Francis Amherst Cecil
1925 John and Cornelia Vanderbilt Cecil’s first son, George Henry Vanderbilt Cecil
1925
John and Cornelia Vanderbilt Cecil’s first son, George Henry Vanderbilt Cecil, is born at the estate.
1928
John and Cornelia’s second son, William Amherst Vanderbilt Cecil, is born in the Louis XV Room where she herself was born.
1928 John and Cornelia’s second son, William Amherst Vanderbilt Cecil
1930 Cornelia and John Cecil open Biltmore House to the public
1930
Cornelia and John Cecil open Biltmore House to the public.
Leaders in Asheville hope the celebrated house will increase tourism during the Depression.
1942
Biltmore House stores art during World War II.
During the war, the house stores priceless works from the National Gallery of Art in Washington, DC.
1942 Biltmore House
1960 William Cecil
1960
William Cecil returns to Biltmore.
Leaving his banking career, William Cecil joins his brother in managing the estate, focusing on self-sufficiency and preserving the estate’s historic splendor.
1971
William Cecil plants his first vines at Biltmore.
Not satisfied with his first bottling, Mr. Cecil travels to France and brings back sixth-generation winemaster Philippe Jourdain to be Biltmore’s first winemaker.
1971 Biltmore vineyard
1983 Biltmore Estate Wine Company is started
1983
The Biltmore Estate Wine Company is established.
Construction begins on a new winery in what had been the estate’s dairy. Mr. Cecil proclaims that it is “the most historic event since my grandfather had opened his estate to his family on Christmas Day ninety years earlier.” The winery opens to guests in 1985.
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Top10 Recommended Hotels in Asheville, North Carolina, USA
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Top10 Recommended Hotels in Asheville, North Carolina, USA: 1. The Windsor - Asheville ****
2. Princess Anne Bed & Breakfast ***
3. Cambria Hotel Downtown Asheville ****
4. The Inn On Biltmore Estate *****
5. Hilton Asheville Biltmore Park ****
6. The Omni Grove Park Inn - Asheville *****
7. Homewood Suites by Hilton Asheville ***
8. Hampton Inn Asheville-Tunnel Road ***
9. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Asheville West (Biltmore Estate), NC ***
10. Grand Bohemian Hotel Asheville, Autograph Collection ****
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1. 36 Broadway, Asheville, NC 28801, United States of America, Price range $312 - $578
In Asheville, this boutique hotel features a full kitchen and free Wi-Fi in every suite. The Biltmore Estate and Winery and University of North Carolina Asheville are within 3.2 km away.
2. 301 East Chestnut Street, Asheville, NC 28801, United States of America, Price range $156 - $344
Featuring a gourmet breakfast served daily, this historic hotel is located in Central Asheville just 9.7 km from the Biltmore Estate. Guests can also enjoy afternoon wine and hors d’oeuvres.
3. 15 Page Avenue, Asheville, 28801, United States of America, Price range $179 - $463
Located at the base of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Cambria Hotel Downtown Asheville features a fitness center, terrace and shared lounge in Asheville. 2.2 mi from Biltmore Estate, the property is also 200 m away from US Cellular Center. Guests can enjoy a meal at the on-site restaurant or relax in the bar.
4. 1 Antler Hill Rd, Asheville, NC 28803, United States of America, Price range $329 - $736
This hotel is located on the sprawling grounds of the historic Biltmore Estate. Guests can take a refreshing plunge in the heated outdoor pool or recharge at the on-site spa. Dining options are aplenty with a choice of both casual and fine-dining restaurants. Convenient estate and downtown shuttle services are provided to all guests. WiFi is provided throughout the property.
5. 43 Town Square Boulevard, Asheville, NC 28803, United States of America, Price range $172 - $379
This hotel in Asheville, North Carolina features Sensibilities Spa, on-site dining at the Roux and free high-speed internet access. It is in Biltmore Park Town Square just minutes from shopping, dining and entertainment.
6. 290 Macon Avenue, Asheville, NC 28804, United States of America, Price range $273 - $1221
Built in 1913, the historic Omni Grove Park Inn in Asheville, North Carolina offers views of the Blue Ridge Mountains and features free WiFi and the Art of Breakfast in Blue Ridge restaurant, daily. Four restaurants are on site and historic Downtown Asheville is 2.3 mi away.
7. 88 Tunnel Road, Asheville, NC 28805, United States of America, Price range $140 - $418
This all-suite hotel is 2.4 km from downtown Asheville, North Carolina and Biltmore Estate Winery. It features a daily breakfast buffet, indoor pool and spacious suites with a kitchenette.
8. 204 Tunnel Road, Asheville, NC 28805, United States of America, Price range $135 - $365
Nestled in the Appalachian Mountains, the Asheville Hampton Inn features an indoor pool and on-site gym. Rooms are equipped with free Wi-Fi and 32-inch flat-screen cable TVs.
9. 1914 Old Haywood Road, Asheville, NC 28806, United States of America, Price range $108 - $375
The Asheville West Country Inn & Suites by Radisson is located 11.3 km from the historic Biltmore Estate. Guests will enjoy a daily breakfast during their stay and access to a seasonal outdoor pool.
10. 11 Boston Way, Asheville, NC 28803, United States of America, Price range $321 - $712
This unique hotel is 4.8 km from downtown Asheville and within a 2-minute drive of Biltmore Village. The hotel features a spa with massage service and rooms with flat-screen TVs.
Biltmore Village Asheville NC
Biltmore Village in Asheville North Carolina is located directly outside the gates of the Biltmore Estate. You can enjoy great cuisine at the local restaurants, sample the breweries, stay at wonderful hotels, shop at such unique stores, listen to the train go by, and have a great time in Biltmore Village, Asheville NC. Video by Asheville Multimedia and G Social Media
Biltmore Estate, Asheville, North Carolina
Biltmore Estate is a large private estate and tourist attraction in Asheville, North Carolina. Biltmore House, the main house on the estate, is a Châteauesque-styled mansion built by George Washington Vanderbilt II between 1889 and 1895 and is the largest privately owned house in the United States, at 178,926 square feet (16,622.8 m2)[2] of floor space (135,280 square feet (12,568 m2) of living area) and featuring 250 rooms. Still owned by one of Vanderbilt's descendants, it stands today as one of the most prominent remaining examples of the Gilded Age, and of significant gardens in the jardin à la française and English Landscape garden styles in the United States. In 2007, it was ranked eighth in America's Favorite Architecture by the American Institute of Architects.
Biltmore Estate. Asheville, North Carolina
Couldn't resist doing a tour of the Biltmore Estate. Incredible place to visit in NC.
Farm Girl Visits the Biltmore Estate and Winery in Asheville North Carolina travels
Farm Girl and Exoman travel the state and enjoy wine and dining on a visit to The Biltmore in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Asheville, North Carolina. There were black bears, wild turkeys, ponds, streams and the French Broad River, so much to see. The trees were still in fall color. The staff were warm and welcoming in this, the largest home in North America. Strolling through the French Renaissance style home built in the late 19th century was whimsical the place is covered with stone and wood carvings, tapestries and paintings by the some of the worlds greatest artists of the period. A team of world class architects, engineers and contractors constructed this masterpiece over a six year period. Strolling through the majestic home out onto the breath taking loggia one can experience the splendor and opulence of the gilded age.
There was still time for a stroll through the wine cellar at the days end and up the stairs to attend the wine tasting. The Bistro restaurant, next to the winery was a good choice for dinner. After sampling the chardonnays, merlot, malbec and cabernet sauvignon wines Farm Girl and Exoman picked up a few bottles at the store but then had beers with dinner.
Biltmore estate Asheville NC
Biltmore Estate is a historic house museum and tourist attraction in Asheville, North Carolina. 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 square feet (16,622.8 m2) of floor space (135,280 square feet of living area).[2] Still owned by George Vanderbilt's descendants, it remains one of the most prominent examples of Gilded Age mansions.
Asheville North Carolina Biltmore Estate
The Biltmore in Asheville North Carolina has been on Valerie's Bucket List for Some Time. Sprawling Lawns, Beautiful Gardens, Chihuly Glass Sculptures and V for Vanderbuilt (or Valerie) everywhere! Vanilla Ice Cream made from the Biltmore's own dairy and special recipe was a hit! And then a petting zoo and wine tasting! Yes Please! What a great time. It was a bit expensive but we definitely enjoyed everything that we could cram into a day with afternoon showers▶ Check out my gear on Kit:
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Biltmore Mansion Ghosts
This pirate visited the largest privately owned home in the United States March 19th 2019 in order to pillage and plunder the amazing treasures inside...however there be spirits in this place mates! Check out the photos at the end of the video!
Biltmore Estates Asheville, North Carolina
Biltmore Estates Mansion and surrounding grounds, plus Biltmore Inn's Hotel. I had taken the Biltmore's roof top tour and toured the Tulip & Azalea Gardens. Pictures were taken in late April & early May in 2004 & 2005, during the Spring Flower Festivel show.