While in North Carolina Skip took us to the Biltmore Estate. Below is a letter from the CEO explaining the estate. I must say if you ever travel to North Carolina this is a must see!
A Word From Bill Cecil (Owner of Biltmore)
What began in 1895 as my great-grandfather's estate continues to be an amazing experience for today's visitors. At its core, Biltmore will always have the natural beauty of the mountains as well as the majestic house and gardens to inspire us and allow us to escape from the every day.Biltmore is still family-owned, and we are passionate about our mission of preservation through self-sufficiency—a philosophy embraced before the first stone was ever put in place.We remain self-sustaining through innovation, creative thinking, and listening to our guests who continue to tell us they want more ways to connect with Biltmore. Wine was our first foray into offering a taste of Biltmore. Now, you can experience life as a Vanderbilt guest at our Inn on Biltmore Estate. You can also inspire your own surroundings with a line of home furnishings, decorative accessories, home building products, and live plants.And so, full circle, we're all about home—welcoming and celebrating family and friends—and extending the spirit of Biltmore beyond our 8,000 acres.It was true in 1895 and it remains true today. Sincerely,Bill CecilPresident & CEO The Biltmore Company
Here are some pictures
We are on the Terrace level in front of us is a beautiful lawn with trees lining either side and a gazebo in the center.
As far as you can see from this point was originally owned by the estate. But now is National forest.
View from the balcony.
This is a view from a different balcony.
Headed down to the conservatory, and formal garden.
Backside corner of the house
The Biltmore winery, AWESOME WINE!!!
We had a great time with Skip, I just wish I had more pictures to share.
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