It is difficult to find the words to encompass all that we experienced at the Biltmore Estate last November (2019) when we traveled there to see it decorated for the Christmas season. It was all so spectacular! The huge House, the expansive grounds, the glittering decorations, the decadent treats, even the changing weather! It was a trip worth doing and hopefully we will do it again.
Biltmore Estate is the largest home in America and sits on 8000 acres of rolling countryside in Asheville NC. George Vanderbilt began construction of his 250-room “French Renaissance Chateau” in 1889. There are over four acres of floor space…with 35 bedrooms, 43 bathrooms, 65 fireplaces, and includes an indoor heated swimming pool and bowling alley. The House was completed in time to celebrate Christmas with family and friends in 1895. This year (2020) marks its 125 anniversary!
Here is a link (copy and paste into a new tab) to explore more about the Biltmore Estate history…
biltmore.com/our-story/estate-history/
With the sun setting over the Biltmore Estate, let’s go inside and take a peak at the breath-taking holiday beauty as it transforms to its evening glow.
Entrance Hall with lighted garland radiating from the central chandelier
The amazing octagonal sunken Winter Garden atrium in the evening with a caroling choir in place
Poinsettia trees adorn the Winter Garden atrium
Dueling harps waiting for their time to make music in the Winter Garden atrium
Beautiful pair of illuminated trees near the Winter Garden atrium
The Banquet Hall
The massive fresh evergreen Christmas Tree in the Banquet Hall
The long table in the Banquet Hall looking very festive
A smaller Dining Room all aglow
A trio of illuminated trees in the Dining Room
An inviting table awaits in the Dining Room
The Music Room
George Vanderbilt’s Library
Edith Vanderbilt’s Bedroom
Third Floor Living Room
Beautiful tree at the base of the Grand Staircase
Grand Staircase tree with a chandelier halo
A gingerbread Biltmore Mansion
Biltmore aglow at night
Happy Holidays from the Biltmore!
This house/hotel is spectacular and I love it decorated for Christmas!! What a lovely time and tea you both had here. Thank you for sharing your experience.🎅🤶