We went and spent the day here earlier this week and it was beautiful. Because of the age and other factors there are a lot of things my 83 year old mother couldn't do or see but we still had a good time. The shops as usual were a disappointment because they never carry any big & tall selections. None of the open restaurants caught our eye so we decided not to eat onsite. We paid $15/ person for the shuttle and never used it once because it only runs once per hour. Everything we did see was beautiful. read more

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This place is stunning! Simply stunning! The architecture is exceptional and detailed, down to the simplest of items. We did a walking tour through the house. It took at least a couple hours, so wear comfortable shoes. If you're not into architecture or history, this isn't the tour for you. Otherwise, it was not boring at all. I strongly recommend the other tours they she's available, like the Backstairs and Rooftop tours. It really gives a whole different dimension of understanding as to how this massive home was kept running. They really did think of everything, when building Biltmore. It was the 'smart home' of its day. And that is not to mention the 8,000 acres of beautiful forest, fields, and farms surrounding this jaw-dropping home. Wherever you stand, the views of Biltmore are stunning. read more

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This was a very pricey not-too-often splurge for me, so, while the hotel was nice, there were things that could have been better. The room for one night was over $500, but the bathroom sink was slow and the toilet seat wiggled and didn't feel secure. Otherwise, the room had a beautiful view and had comfortable beds; housekeeping was fast in bringing the ice and extra towels we needed. We asked them to come back at 7:00 to turn down the beds when they arrived at 5, but they never came back. read more

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It was great staying in the inn. The bus took us to most of the activities on the property. Breakfast was outstanding. We did the buffet each morning. Some of the items were the same each morning, but they had new items, too. Unfortunately, we were not able to partake in dinner ate the restaurant. It is formal, which we were prepared for, but you need to make reservations in advance of getting there. Other restraunts on property work better with reservations in advance. Contact the Inn in advance to make reservations for outdoor activities and restaurants. Christmas was special here. The tour of the Biltmore house at Christmas was worth the trip. We are already planning a return trip. read more

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Coming to the Biltmore Estate has been 4 years in the making. I really was pleased at the architectural marvel of the place and the grounds. The place is truly beautiful, one floor after another. I am very glad that I decided to stay over and see this huge estate read more

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I've traveled to nearly every state. I stay in nice places frequently. Is this worth the money... I'm not sure it is. -- It was my wedding night here . The room they originally put me in was a total joke. The bride and groom ... in a 1 bed room 300sqft room? I went up to Ms. sherry and she was amazing. She was able to get me an upgrade. She went through all of the appropriate channels and It was nice! Took like 20 minutes though. I'm thankful that staff was understanding of my request and thankful in general. Only complains I had was that the shower head did not work so we had to use the mobile one. Also the water... Was greenish yellow. I had maintenance come up which was silly, all he told me was that the city says it's fine but that's all he can say as he skeptically glances at me to gauge my reaction lol. The water in sink was crystal clear. Water in bath.. yellow and green. So weird? Staff were amazing. Bellmen, house keeping staff etc, thank you for all you do. Now. I gauge my review based on the final factor of if I would recommend this place , and if I would return. As far as recommending to another bride and groom. No. I mean if Biltmore is your dream location.... Then I guess do what you have to but if I could do it again.. wouldn't be here. Would I return... it's a toss up. I've been here multiple times now... and it's finally gotten old. There's no splendor left . I may return .. but am I enthused... absolutely not. Again, I preface this with the bias of expecting much more for my wedding. They did give us some nice robes though. It has Mr and Ms sewed on the front tjat so that's a super nice gesture. read more

The gardens are just beautiful. There are complimentary shuttles that run from the Inn at Biltmore and if you are staying at the Inn admission to the gardens is free of charge. The grounds are immense so wear comfy shoes and by gosh don't forget your camera. There is also a food truck on the premises that had the best chicken salad pita and roasted tomato hummus and chips for lunch with reasonable pricing. Also a very nice gardening gift shop too. Great way to spend a day while in Asheville. read more

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I have seen pictures and videos of this Mansion. When you actually go there and see it in all its glory , you are taken back. They were just starting to decorate for the holidays ( Christmas ). I thought the decorations took away from the grandeur of Biltmore. Yea, I know everyone like Christmas decorations. The Conservatory was amazing. The flora and fauna inside was amazing. The Orchids that were blooming were fantastic. The shower succulents that were blooming were psychedelic. I felt energized after visiting this area. The oxygen that the plants give off gave me a boost. The Mansion itself and the tale of its beginning is amazing. Although I would have liked to see more of what Biltmore had to offer, many areas were roped off. I would like to take the secret area tour, concealed stair and walkways, rooms that were hidden. Also the roof top tour looked really cool. As I walked through the rooms on the tour , my jaw dropped so many times in awe. Although I did notice in the bedroom's, the beds....... They were small , I thought they would be bigger. If you have not been to Biltmore yet, make plans to visit. If you enjoy architectural design , art, decor, these are just a few things that will enamore you. Oh yes, then there is the mansion and the grounds. I loved it and I will come back. read more

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Beautiful estate! The audio device self-guided tour gives you all the information you need. I have not done any upgraded tours, but seeing the house every few years is wonderful. The gardens/grounds are fantastic and also dog-friendly! They have many exciting seasonal exhibits, like the new model train exhibit and all the model buildings made entirely from plant material. I recently returned for the falconry experience, and it was unforgettable. I highly recommend signing up for falconry! read more

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Phenomenal weekend - a place to visit more than once to relax and recharge September, 2022 Visit ----- ----- My wonderful wife had a great plan for our 23rd wedding anniversary - a weekend at the Biltmore Estate, and we had a wonderful time... ... thanks to relaxing at, and exploring, the Biltmore Estate. This is a review of the overall Biltmore Estate, and the Biltmore Home Tour, with brief highlights of our other reviews of Cedric's Tavern, Village Social restaurant, the Winery, The Dining Room at The Inn, and The Village Hotel. - - - - - - - - The Biltmore Estate, a brief background Before visiting, we were familiar with Cornelius Vanderbilt, who built wealth through the railroads and was / is a model of American opportunity and business and growth. We thought he built the Biltmore Estate, but he did not. When we arrived, we looked at Wikipedia and the many resources at the Estate, and we learned that the Biltmore Estate was built buy his grandson, George Vanderbilt, to be a place to get away from New York City. The Biltmore is both America's largest and finest house and home, and also a fully functional farm... and also a wonderful place to get away yourselves / yourself. - - - - - - - - Reservations When my wife had the idea for this trip, like usual, we started dual searches on the laptop and iPad, splitting searches for rental cars, flights, rooms and more. My wonderful wife selected the Village Hotel, and she had the foresight to select a reservation package that included the room, breakfast at the Village Social, and the Biltmore House tour - we picked the house tour time when we confirmed our reservation. - - - - - - - - The House Tour Drive and parked... One of the many design considerations by when building the Biltmore Estate was to be impressed by the home as you walked in through the woods, and then turned to see the large front lawn and the prestigious house... whether by train in the 1890s or by car or by foot today... The view IS impressive! House tours start at the front door, which you readily see as you walk toward the house. Reminder... the house has indoor plumbing and no public restroom, so you can find the public restrooms to the right, in the Stable Courtyard... signs will guide you. Various tours are available; we signed up for the audio tour. As you enter they guide you to the table where you get the handset - it looks like a cordless landline handset, with numbers to press to start the audio for each room. You can listen to any room's audio from anywhere just by entering the number (the audio is based on you dialing and is not location-dependent). - - - - - - - - The Stable Courtyard The Stable Courtyard has multiple places to eat, drink and shop. - - - - - - - - The Biltmore House Tour lets you visit the first three floors, covers the 4+ acres under-roof, and is self-paced. We were there for 3 hours or so. Some of our favorite highlights are: - Breakfast Room - two Renoir, early - Sitting Room... Two Monets in sitting room... needed whole palette to capture all the colors - Tapestry Room... three of original seven... 1525-1535... 3 years to plan, 5 years to weave... Triumph of the Seven Virtues, woven in Brussels - Prudence - Faith... only original remaining - Matthew, Mark, Luke and John; Noah's Ark, St. Peter passing key to Popes - Charity - LMadonna bedroom has paintings of Mary and Jesus and has an ornate inlaid side table - The three story chandelier is 55 tons and is held by a single bolt - Foundations - 29 feet deep and 40 feet wide; brick construction with limestone veneer 10M pounds of Indiana limestone; - - - - - - - - - The following are brief highlights of our other reviews of Cedric's Tavern, Village Social restaurant, the Winery, The Dining Room at The Inn, and The Village Hotel. Fantastic dinner at Cedric's: - Rose gin & tonic... gin from Asheville's The Chemist - Salad - Pork chop and NY strip Breakfasts at The Village Social, which is just up the stairs from the Village Hotel's lobby (with its own doors to the rest of Antler Hill Village on that level) - Crab and Pesto Egg Scramble for each of us both mornings - wonderful! BBQ at the Smokehouse food truck - light snack in the afternoon - brisket & Carolina sauces Dinner at The Inn - Exceptional service by Chris and Jasmine - Exquisite food - amous-bouche of tomato bisque + basil; she crab soup; gluten-free breads; scallops & steak; fine Biltmore Malbec wine The Winery: Several fine wine served by Christina; met great people tasting with us. fine time. The Village Hotel Quite a nice room - all we needed for a getaway weekend - king room, desk, padded bench by the window, wine + glasses. - - - - - - - - The Biltmore Estate is a wonderful place to go, to get away from it all, to relax, to tour and to enjoy time as a couple (or as a family!) ----- ----- ----- read more

Gorgeous, gorgeous, gorgeous! We arrived to the property and it was about a few miles in. Such a beautiful drive in, with all of the trees and little bridges. It was an absolute dream! They are definitely taking Covid very seriously, they even want you to have your mask on when you were in the line to enter the home. Once you enter the home, you can pick up your audio device, which I highly recommend. Otherwise, you were just walking through the home not even knowing what you were looking at and what the history is behind it. It is definitely worth the couple of dollars. You are allowed to take photos, no video and no flash photography. I actually obeyed that, but I did see others not obeying it. I thought that was sad because that is what is preserving all of the beautiful artifacts in this home. The property has many restaurants on it, quick serve locations for food, a creamery, and lots of shops. You definitely need a whole entire day for this visit. Make it worth your while! We did the rooftop tour which ended up being private for just the two of us. It was amazing! It was so hot but there was a very nice breeze. We got to see all of the hidden gems that you will not get to see on the regular tour. This is definitely a thing to do and have on your bucket list. It is so gorgeous, there are so many gardens that you can walk to and a pond with a bass, it is truly amazing. Now pack your bags and go visit! read more

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Covid; They where very responsible when it comes to Covid-19 and taking responsibility for people wearing masks. They made everyone stay 6f apart, made sure there was not too many people visiting at the same time. I saw workers cleaning constantly and they still managed to make the tour comfortable and enjoyable. Regular; Love this place!! Me and my husband has been here many times and we love it every time. The roof tour is our favorite but the regular audio tour is definitely good as well. Very informative, beautiful architecture and art work. It's a perfect visit for couples or the hole family. read more

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Amazing experience at the Biltmore Estate. The estate is gorgeous. The home, grounds and the village are a must see if you happen to be in the area. I had the fantastic opportunity to take the last Christmas candle light tour of the holiday season and I was enchanted! I'm still conducting my own research online to learn more of the history, after seeing the biggest estate in the U.S. The home had a bowling alley and a lighted swimming pool in the late 1800's! Mindblowing. The multitude of rooms and amenities of the home is amazing for the time. It is hard to see everything during one visit. I cannot wait to return and explore some more. In addition to all of that I mention, the ticket included a wine tasting in their tasting room and the Downton Abbey exhibit, which is a must see. My only wish is that I had another day to spend there exploring! read more

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Very high quality and incredible service. While it is a bit expensive, the location, rooms, and service are all worth it. It is conveniently located near Antler Village and the Biltmore House. The rooms are a good size and beautiful decorated with quality decor. The rug is beautiful, the beds comfortable, a nice love seat and bistro table, nice dresser with nespresso pods refilled daily, large tv, multiple luggage racks, foyer table and light, large windows, and many lights. The bathroom is spacious, beautiful, quality shower etc. In addition to cleaning the room in the morning, they do excellent turndown service, including providing Biltmore eye masks, Biltmore cleaning cloths for electronics and glasses, chocolates, water bottles, and information on the days ahead (e.g., weather, tours, times). The people working the hotel entrance are all incredibly friendly, kind, and go out of their way to open doors for you. read more

This historic history museum is so beautiful!! The only downside is that inside the house it is really hot and not air conditioned but you can pretty much plan to spend the whole day here. My friends and I went to the gardens and conservatory first and then did the self-guided tour of the house. There is an option to buy your ticket with the audio tour but we did not. Tip: buy your general admission ticket in advance because time slots can fill up quickly in the summer! We also went to winery after which was 2 miles out and included in the ticket. We could try as much wine as we wanted to. If you want to buy, it is actually pretty reasonably priced (paid $12!). Everything and everywhere is breathtaking and definitely worth a visit one time! read more

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This is a lovely historic home. We visited a month ago and took advantage of their annual pass holder offer and joined for the year. This review is of the garden and conservatory. We came today to see the gardens, which was totally beautiful! The tulips were in bloom and a bunch of azaleas too! It's a nice walk around and we also stopped for a beverage to stroll the garden paths. There is a lovely patio outside the greenhouse where you can get a snack and a mimosa (made with Biltmore sparkling wine) or other alcoholic or non alcoholic beverage. We love the greenhouse/conservatory. The flowers are beautiful but the most amazing part is the orchids! They have beautiful orchids, so many different types. They rotate plants in and out of the greenhouse and even in the cold the conservatory is warm and full of lovely flowers to see. read more

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If you have never toured The Biltmore (and are interested in this sort of attraction) then this is a must see. The house is spectacular! It'll blow your mind. We had a 12:30pm entry time and it took 2 hours to finish it. There are about 6 flights of stairs to climb on different levels so if you have mobility or breathing issues keep that in mind. It's a self guided tour with a wand to carry. When you get to a specific room it'll be numbered, you press the number and the narration for that room begins, holding the wand to your ear. We also toured the gardens, the conservatory and Antler Village. We spent about 7 hours at the property and felt we saw quite a bit of it. It can be tiring but so worth it. read more

Since getting engaged here a few years back, Biltmore has become our romantic getaway. Nestled away in the mountains, the estate elegantly lays claim to a patch of land that overseas the river and trees across the horizon. It's a spectacular site to see in the autumn when the leaves change color from emerald green to crimson, amber, and golden hues... The mansion itself is breathtaking. The remarkable craftsmanship that was required to construct the estate is astounding. My favorite room in the entire house is the Winter Garden where you can really appreciate the woodwork in the ceiling beams, the large iron-casted hanging light fixtures, and the beautiful greenery that completes the room. We've stayed at both the Inn and at the Village Hotel where service has always been top notch. I love the convenience of the Village Hotel as Antler Hill Village is located right behind it and hosts the majority of the restaurants and shopping boutiques. Be sure to check out their tours as they offer a glimpse into history and fun activities for the family (i.e. Segway Tours, horseback riding, falconry). We can't wait for our next visit! read more

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If you want to feel like you're in Downton Abbey -- but in the United States -- Biltmore Estate is probably the closest you can get. It's impressively grand and opulent, and it puts you in the frame of mind to day dream about the people who once walked its halls, their stories and their lives. I visited Biltmore on a recent trip to Asheville, and a couple of tips right off the bat: * Tickets are expensive, as mentioned in other reviews. But if you go on a weekday, the price goes down about $10 a ticket. * And if you go with a group of 10+, call ahead to get the group rate. This saved us an additional $18 per ticket with a group of 11. We parked and walked a short distance to the home, and it's impressive to come upon. The large green space in the front of the home -- it's not quite right to call it a "yard" -- is perfect for photos. At our designated time we lined up in front of the home and were soon inside. From there you can follow the line through many of the home's rooms. And here is when we get to a complaint: I appreciate that there is a designated time to enter, but even with this, there seemed to be way too many people inside the home, especially at the beginning of the tour. It was hard to get into the first several rooms and see around everyone. You can't really take in the grandness of a dining room when you can only see the top of a chair. After a bit, the crowd thinned out some, but it was definitely a drag. My favorite parts of the home included the veranda, the solarium, the main bedrooms, the large stairwell, the gym, the bowling alley and the pool. Yes, this is all in this estate. That veranda -- I could have stayed out there all day. It overlooks a beautiful North Carolina forest, which, I now know from the tour, was manicured by Frederick Law Olmsted, designer of New York's Central Park as well as several parks in Louisville, Ky. (where I live). Plus when we were there, Biltmore was hosting a special "Titanic" exhibit that featured costumes from the movie in the rooms where the characters would have lived if they had lived at Biltmore -- all the better to visualize what life may have been like at Biltmore. After the tour, which took a good two hours, my group relaxed a bit in the courtyard that boasts a few food options and gift shops. Much like the wait to get through the tour, several of these food shops had long lines (and staff that didn't seem too eager to move folks along). But the gift shops have a nice collection of goods. I ended up buying a few gifts including a coffee mug and table runner. And once you're done with the home, don't forget to tour the gardens. My absolute favorite part of my visit to Biltmore was the conservatory. We weren't sure if it was open when we visited because a wedding was being set up outside of it, but happily it was. And it included room after room of tropical and rare flowers, with an entire room devoted to orchids. With your ticket you also get a free wine tasting at the winery. Unfortunately, the wait for this was going to be 30+ minutes so we didn't get to do that -- further proof to expect lines when you visit Biltmore despite the steep cost of admission. But the winery is still fun to visit. We ended up coming home with several bottles. Biltmore Estate should be your bucket list if you appreciate architecture, history or just one-of-a-kind sites. I would definitely return, perhaps taking one of the other tours, such as the rooftop or upstairs/downstairs tours. read more

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How incredible it was to see how American royalty lived. Built in 1896 for George Washington Vanderbilt. It's back drop the Blue Ridge Mts and sets on 8,000 acres. It currently is the largest privately owned property in the country. Most of the home is accessible by self guided tour. A few cool things I enjoyed the most. The octagonal sunken Winter Garden is lush and stunning. Special events are held here through the holiday. The massive 1,700 pound electric chandelier that hangs above the grand staircase. It's suspended three stories from a single bolt. There are tons of things to do on the grounds from gardens, horseback riding, hiking, 4x4 driving experience, shopping, cafes and a of course Biltmore's Winery which my wife and I toured and is under a separate review. Still to this day owned by one of the Vanderbilt's descendants. It consistently ranks among the top architectural designs ever in the U.S. This national treasure is a must visit in Asheville. read more

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What a magical place! I'm partial to Christmas at Biltmore. My fiancé and I got engaged there at that time last year. We are slightly obsessed with Christmas so it was perfect. Driving up and through the property is gorgeous. With your ticket you get so much so it's definitely worth it. We got a candlelight tour and it was absolutely beautiful. I can only imagine all the work that goes into getting it set up at Christmas time. The winery is a nice perk too. It's so cool waking through the tunnel to get there. They pretty much give you unlimited samples and are so great in explaining the different wines and offering something to your tastes. Antler Village is gorgeous with the lights glimmering and all the places you can stop in. I would definitely recommend a visit to the estate and if you make it at Christmas time, you definitely won't be disappointed. read more

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Built during the height of the Gilded Age by George and Edith Vanderbilt as their primary residence, the opulence and grandiosity of the estate is incredible. While tickets are expensive ($70 if I am correct), it is an all-day affair that includes a free wine tasting at the Biltmore Winery and access to Antler Hill Village, a lovely and scenic shopping area on the grounds. I'd highly recommend purchasing the audio tour as the tour is self-guided and without it, I would not have known exactly what I was looking at during the tour. The tour takes you throughout 3 floors of the home plus the basement, which includes a swimming pool and bowling alley plus a fully equipped (for the time) gymnasium. Original art from the likes of Renoir and Sargent adorn the walls as do 16th century tapestries that are the last known of those kind in the world. There are 65 fireplaces throughout the home, most if not all large enough for a person to step into without crouching down. The library, with 10,000 volumes all handpicked by Vanderbilt, was my favorite room with the ceiling adorned with The Chariot of Aurora painting which was originally painted in Venice. The tour takes approximately 2 hours and you must schedule a time for entry. While we skipped the gardens due to the season, I imagine these are a highlight of the summer/spring time at the Biltmore. The estate was beautifully decorated for the holidays and was very crowded the day after Christmas. There are dining options both in the estate area and in Antler Hill Village, although I'd recommend waiting for Asheville for a bite to eat. The Biltmore was one of the highlights of my trip to WNC, and since my MIL is a member, I will most certainly return but I hope it is in the summer so I can take advantage of the spectacular gardens! read more

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Opulence at its best. 300 rooms that were all designed for the famously rich Vanderbilts. A whole floor that is used for guests. The visitors had their own living rooms, dining areas, libraries, and bedrooms each with a private bathroom. The huge formal dining room seated 40 or more guests with a private organ and a magnificent plaster work, such as the al fresco art work that adorned the walls. The furniture was ornate with balls and claws on the chairs and tables. Beautiful views of the mountains were just a few steps away on the various balconies that allowed guests to step out and view the rolling hills. An Olympic sized swimming pool and dressing rooms were located on the lower floors. A gymnasium was present for families and guests. The large kitchen housed copper pans, expansive ovens, refrigerator, and pantry. The kitchen is still used today to create special meals. The Art in paintings, rugs, sculptures and collectibles will boggle your mind and delight your senses. The gardens are magnificent! Rows of every kind of flower imaginable. Roses, orchards, tulips and too many more to mention. They have their own hot house to shelter delicate varieties of plants and flowers. This was truly a life of American royalty and it was fun to view and listen to the rich history of the Biltmore Estate. PS. Don't forget to tour the winery and sample some of the wines that are made on the estate. read more

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A serious must-see in North Carolina. Initially, it seemed a bit pricey, but once you see the package you receive for General Admission, I think its pretty worth it. Just some advice, 1. Come on a weekday, why? You avoid the crowds, the pushing and shoving and someone possibly ruining the event for you. 2. Bring walking shoes, you'll be doing plenty of it. This gives you a chance to get your steps in for the day/week. 3. Block out at least 3-4 hours to tour the house, the shops/cafe, and the Antler Village and wine tasting. I love that they gave is military discount, but I love more of the fact that they were so welcoming as soon as we purchased our tickets at the gate. To cover(I believe the 8,000 acre estate) plus all the other amenities the money spent is well worth all the memories. My wife and I do plan on returning probably sometime in the winter with the rest of my family along with my parents. Can't wait! read more

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Worth the visit, but overpriced and crowded over the past couple of years. I suppose that's capitalism at its best: the more crowded it is the more they can charge! Whenever folks visit I always offer it as a thing to see, but usually they only care to visit it once. So in summary: definitely worth visiting once to say you've been there! Local's tip: eat before you come on the estate (better food for cheaper on town) and make sure to check out the winery and gardens. read more

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One of the most impressive buildings I have seen in my life. The Biltmore was built by the Vanderbilts completed in 1895. It's 8000 acres total, 250 rooms with 135000 Sq feet of living space. It's massive and absolutely gorgeous! The details that the Vanderbilts put into the house, every single room has a different theme and decor. The money they spent, absolutely mind blowing. They have different ticket options, but with the one we got, ($75 each) we received: Admission to A Vanderbilt House Party exhibition, audio tour of the Biltmore (highly recommended), self-guided visit of Biltmore House, Access to the historic gardens and Antler Hill Village, wine tasting at the Winery, free parking. There's parking and then you can either walk 8 to 10 minutes or take a shuttle. The audio is so worth it, tells you all about every room that you can visit in the house. And definitely go walk around the grounds. The wine tasting, very generous in their pours and you an actually try as many as you want, even though they say 4 to 6. Carl was great too. The House is like a museum, absolutely wonderful experience! And we ran into Tampa Yelp elites Todd and Melissa! What a coincidence! read more

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America's Castle This place is worth the visit. I couldn't come out to Asheville and not see it. So, I paid the pricey admission but I truly understand why it cost me $70!! The place is outrageous! You can splurge on additional tours or a private guide. They also offer an audio tour for 13.99. I really don't like to walk around with a voice in my ear, although I would have loved to know more about what I was looking at in every room. I prefer to read, so I looked up info online as I went along. The admission fee also includes a visit to their Antler Village and Winery. There we got a complimentary wine tasting after walking through a cave like tunnel that gives you a really nice history of the original dairy farm they had in the estate. You can also sit at their Wine Bar or eat at a Pub, or have Ice Cream in the Creamery. Unfortunately, we got rained out and had to get going. read more

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People rave about Biltmore for Christmas but i happen to think it is a dreamy choice for Valentines weekend or any romantic date. I thought the Biltmore was just a big fancy home to tour and leave. I had no idea there was a winery on site, botanical gardens, restaurants, and walking trails! We toured the home on a friday morning. Of course the home is amazing. The morning crowd was managable and by afternoon it was really busy but not crazy. We opted for the self guided tour which was fine. There are a few tour guide led options but those are a little pricey. We checked out the botanical gardens or conservatory which was romantic. Then we took a horseback riding tour. I learned that the horse trails are separate from the hiking trails so you will see views on horseback that you cant see on the walking trails. It was a nice leisurely stroll where we got a gorgeous view of the estate from a hill. The winery is lovely. They have samples of the food gifts so it was nice to try before you buy. The complementary wine is good but the wine in the bar is better. Heres What i didnt like. In the complimentary tasting there are 2 rooms (1) the beautiful bubbly room and (2) the backroom wine closet. Guess where we got stuck? Theres NO ambiance in the back room. Ask to be in the front room. It has large gorgeous gold and white sparkling bubbles over head. I had no idea this estate included miles and miles of walking trails! You can bring your dog too! The vegetarian and vegan options at the restaurants on the estate arent impressive so i didnt eat here. read more

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1/28/2020- So worth the money and the time . Wear walking shoes they have a thing you wear around your neck and you bring up to your ear and punched in the number of the room you're at. From you when you walk in don't forget to look up the ceilings are so architecturally magnificent the property the flowers the conservatory the basement servants quarters I don't know what to say there's no words to describe you must go I went at 11 I got home at five but I did stuff for an hour to get a bite to eat at The Bistro ,it was just OK for me I skip the wine tasting , I had a glass of wine with lunch. So much information your given on the family the servants. It's a bowling alley there's an indoor swimming pool with lights in it there are there is electricity amazing for the time that it was built. And unfortunately TripAdvisor has not fixed the pictures so I'm only going to be able to leave you with one picture and that will be of a flower from the garden inside the hot house enjoy go. I'm going to have to pick and choose the pictures because were only allowed 10 it was just magnificent so I'll try and get the best. read more

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I grew up visiting the Biltmore. And now that my husband and I live in OH, we love visiting here every chance we get. My mother usually has a season pass, which offers four free tickets during their slow period at the beginning of the year. So they offered them to us so we could have a nice family vacation all together. This led to us putting ur day pass towards season passes for ourselves (a pretty good deal!). At this point we plan on renewing because they usually offer a good discount. Seeing the house is always a wonderful experience. I always notice something i hadn't before. Also, they frequently have some kind of added exhibition - period costumes (Downton, Titanic) or their amazing Christmas trees and lights during the holidays. The membership allows you to visit the house any time (during busy times you might have to call ahead for a timed ticket). It also gets you discounts at the restaurants, gift shops and on tickets to their special events. Lastly, it allows you to bring in a non-member guest to Antler Hill (including the winery and museum) any time after 5p. We love indulging in a terrific meal at Deer Park Buffet. It's pricy and not as large as others I've been to, but the quality is impeccable. read more

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An awesome trip - but strategy is a must. The Biltmore is insane. Jaw dropping, awe inspiring, etc. the ticket price matches the experience, we paid $80/each to visit. The experience is similar to an adult Disney - a well oiled machine of systems, ticketing, parking, etc. We went mid day at the beginning of their Christmas season. A mistake. It was SLAMMED! Old folks, families, couples - everywhere. The house was incredible. We're glad we came during Christmas, it was especially exciting to see the elaborate decorations and festiveness of the house. But, we were shoulder to shoulder for hours shuffling from room to room. Had we come on a quieter day or earlier in the day, the experience would have been even better. Continue your drive through and there are gardens. Then further along, the Inn and winery. Line for free wine samples was 100+ long and snakes through the entire store. So we popped around and smacked on samples and got the hell out of there. We'd come back on a Wednesday in off-season at the moment they opened - but not the way we did this time b read more

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Words cannot express how much we enjoyed our weekend at the Biltmore Estate. There is so much to see that you can't possibly see it all in two days. We opted to upgrade our "grounds ticket" to a "pass holder" and plan to make the six hour drive back in the spring to see more! The Christmas Candle Light Tour is stunning. You have access to certain rooms in the house on that tour that you don't on the regular day tours. The rooftop tour is TOTALLY worth the money. The views from the very top of the chateau are spectacular. The tour guides have answers to your most random questions and if they don't know the answer, they find someone who does. In all, we did three tours in two days and look forward to the spring to go back for the private tour. read more

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How lovely to be able to visit the 8,000 acres of natural and landscaped gardens? How amazing is it to tour the 175,000 square foot single family home of the Vanderbilts? How incredible is it to stay on the property overnight and enjoy some of the amenities therein? Well it is outstanding! Touring the estate it becomes very clear that we need to return again and again in different season to fully enjoy what has been created here. There is so much to see and do, including just sitting peacefully and breathing in the ambience. We became members although we do not live near. That way we will be sure to return again and again to this beautiful estate. Thank you Cecil family for sharing your treasure with us! read more

Before I arrived in Asheville, my man friend and I went back and forth on whether we would visit the historic Biltmore. Due to the hefty price tag of $50 each, we were leaning in the no direction. THEN, my boyfriend inexplicably got the flu 2 days before we left and the fun continued right through our vacation. On our last full day in Asheville, he was finally feeling better but wasn't completely up to walking around in the mostly rainy weather all day so we decided to go to the Biltmore. We hopped in the Uber after our Biscuit Head breakfast (it was great, review upcoming) and our driver explained that he would bring us as close as possible to the Biltmore but Uber's were not allowed on property...wait what? Sorry Biltmore but I only go where Uber goes, I said to myself aloud. Luckily, our driver was experienced in these matters so he brought us to pick up our tickets, waited, and then brought us to the parking lot to catch our FREE shuttle. Driving through the somewhat treacherous terrain, I couldn't help but love the beautiful scenery we were seeing. When we pulled up to the house, it was breathtaking. I'd never seen anything so large yet attentive to every detail. Every area had a story and it was amazing to see some of the items used in the early 1900s we still use today - I'm looking at you super cool basement rotisserie. I'm not going to lie, I was incredibly disappointed that I missed the Chihuly exhibit that was to be installed in May but they had a Titanic movie exhibit while we were there that tied in the Vanderbilt's to the Titanic and it was pretty great. My boyfriend even liked it! Sure it's kind of a tourist trap and I wouldn't buy anything more than the regular ticket if I were you because you can get everything needed with that, but I would definitely suggest it if you are coming to visit Asheville. ...did I mention you get a free wine tasting with admission? read more

Words nor pictures can truly describe how amazing this place is! I was initially worried that to may not live up to the hype I was hearing about it but it exceeded that hype in every way! We had the very best day exploring the entire estate though we didn't even get to see everything because of just how big it is! There are several different parts to explore including the main house estate as well as the gardens which are in the same area but you will have to walk a bit to see the different gardens. Then there is Antler Hill Village which has a few shops, a restaurant, the creamery where you can get coffee, the legacy exhibit which tells you more about the family and the main attraction, the winery which is complimentary if you purchased day tickets to the estate. Another are of the estate that we ventured to was the Deerpark section where the Deerpark Restaurant is which I will be reviewing under the restaurant, but I will share that it's a great place to go and quite beautiful! We chose to do the tour without audio as we wanted to walk at our own pace and this was great! If you are big into history and want to hear about each room then you may want to do the audio guide for an additional cost or consider doing one of the additional tours. I felt like we got to see a great amount of the house in our standard tour and we really loved it! The tour also spills you out right where the restaurants and shops are so you are able to spend a lot of time there! Parking and navigating the grounds is pretty easy! They have excellent signs throughout the estate which are very helpful and we had no issue just following these to the different areas. The parking is also easy too especially for the smaller areas. For the main house, you can park in certain sections and get on the shuttle which takes you to the doorstep of the main house. We parked in section C which had the shuttle but I would ask upon entry which lots have the shuttle as it may change depending on crowd size. Overall, the entire place is absolutely exquisite! If you have the opportunity to go in the next month or so before the Chihuly exhibit is gone, I would highly recommend it because seeing all the beautiful blown glass art amongst what is already so gorgeous on the grounds, is just magnificent! Plan accordingly and give yourselves a lot of time to explore so you don't feel rushed but enjoy it because this place really is a dream! read more

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I mean, I gotta tell you, this place is super underwhelming. It's over 80$ a ticket per person, and I expected an 80$ experience. We went during Christmas time so everything was decorated for the holidays and again, it just wasn't anything awesome. I've been to the Elms and the Breakers in Newport and absolutely loved those mansions. The Biltmore is SO much bigger in size, but you dont really get to see anything. The tours are restricted to really just hallways and main rooms. Once you get there, it takes about 45 minutes to an hour just to get to the Biltmore house. It's a lot of build up and an expensive excursion that's just not worth it. Also with thousands of people there we were waiting in line as we walked through the entire house. It was just one big line through anticlimactic and gluttonous architecture that wasn't very tasteful. read more

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We were hesitant to visit due to the high cost of admission, but we were both so thrilled that we visited! It was such a great experience as we walked through the grand halls of the Biltmore Estate. The views were absolutely breathtaking. Everyone on staff was very friendly and knowledgeable. The gardens were lovely and filled with plants of all kinds. We spent over 5 hours at the estate. I would love to go back someday! 4/5 stars simply because the cost of a guided tour is not included in the nearly $80 per ticket price of entry. I love history and would have really enjoyed a guided tour but just couldn't justify paying an extra $50 on top of already paying $160 just to gain entry to the property. read more

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Brought my friend here over the weekend during the chihuly Garden and glass exhibit. Beautiful weather, beautiful garden...def worth the day trip. read more

Biltmore Estate - Hotels Near Me - Asheville, North Carolina

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Very beautiful place. However WAY TOO EXPENSIVE! You would think they would have had more horse rides than they do especially during Christmas time. Everyone said we had to visit this place and I guess it was an experience, but I wouldn't ever go back. Kids were a little disappointed. read more

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An astounding estate with over 250+ rooms. If I had to measure the value of seeing historic places in the United States, this is one of the top places. A little forewarning that didn't come with the recommendations: tickets are costly. Do a little research beforehand because it was about $65 for entrance to the estate and gardens + wine tasting at another area of the estate (by the stables?). It's a pretty penny, so you better come early to get as much in as possible. You need to get your ticket prior to driving to the parking lot, which they have a turn off and building for. The drive out to the estate is nice and they have a shuttle to the front if you'd like. It's less than a 5-10 min walk. Before going in, take a picture on the ledge across from the estate (iconic picture spot). Inside you can do a self-guided tour or pay for the audio tour as you walk through. The whole place is sectioned off with numbers so you can follow along. Also it's all one direction so you walk through in order. The interior is magnificent. Nothing like you would see in even the biggest art museums in the US. Though the place is a bit dim with the lighting, everything is preserved well and it feels like you're walking through back in time. My favorite was the library...what every book nerd dreams of! I came in March, but some of the garden was already blooming. If I had come in April or a bit later in Spring, the garden would be bursting with color. It's all well maintained, so I'm guessing people would love to get their pictures taken out here. I'm a lover of vivid colors and flowers, so don't miss strolling through the gardens and conservatory. There's also the stables and wine tasting further, but I think just seeing the estate and gardens was good enough for me (plus it was raining and 5 o'clock). Biltmore is somewhere to visit maybe once to at least see. I hope they continue preserving this beautiful place for many more generations. read more

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