Explore the wonders of Biltmore Estate in
Asheville for a day or a week. Discover America's largest home, magnificent
gardens, award-winning winery, great shopping and delicious dining.
The world famous Biltmore House and
Gardens was built by George Vanderbilt in 1895. Plan to spend the day in this 250
room mansion that brings the enchanting Gilded Age to life. Most of the original
furnishings are being faithfully preserved and give the unique feeling that the family is
still in residence. Filled with the art treasures Mr. Vanderbilt collected throughout his
world travels the mansion is a museum in itself.
Biltmore House took 6 years and 1,000
men to build. With just over 4 acres of floor space it contains 250 rooms, 65 fireplaces,
43 bathrooms, 34 bedrooms, and 3 kitchens. The massive stone spiral staircase has 102
steps and in its center suspended by a single bolt is an iron chandelier containing 72
electric light bulbs. The Banquet Hall is 74 feet by 42 feet and the dinner table
could seat as many as 64 guests. The meals served there were usually 8 courses and
required 15 utensils per person to eat.
Visit www.biltmore.com
or call toll free 1-877-BILTMORE to request a free
Visit Planner.
Phone: 828-225-1333
Toll free: 877-245-8667
Open daily 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. |
