I would have opted for more active pursuits, such as a work out in the gym, perhaps some bowling, or a game of billiards, followed by a horseback ride, before changing for our dinner party in the 72 ft. Sis said we would have found her curled up in front of a roaring fire with a pile of books chosen from the 10,000 volumes that lined the walnut-paneled library. We had a split vote on how we would have filled our day …mom said she’d be happy strolling the beautifully landscaped gardens designed by Frederick Law Olmsted, the celebrated Central Park creator.
We had a blast debating which of the 32 guest bedrooms we would have chosen for our visit. Welcoming Winter GardenĪlways the consummate host, George ensured that his guests would be comfortable by outfitting his home with a centralized heating system, mechanical refrigeration, electric lights (even at the bottom of the indoor swimming pool) and appliances, and indoor bathrooms-previously unheard of at the turn of the century. As you wander through the home filled with priceless treasures (which George collected during his world travels) and listen to the audio tour (it’s absolutely imperative that you spring for this since the stories really bring the house to life) it’s easy imagine yourself as one of the many guests that the George and Edith Vanderbilt entertained over the years. I had spent an overnight here earlier this year and immediately knew that I had to bring my mom and sis back to tour the incredible Biltmore Estate, a National Historic Landmark, consisting of America’s largest private home, gardens, an award-winning winery and a world-class luxury inn, which is where we stayed.īuilt on 8,000 acres by George Vanderbilt in 1895, this magnificent 250-room, 16th century-style chateau feels surprisingly homey. Biltmore Estate in Fall ColorsĪn easy-no-way-even-we-can–get-lost, two hour drive brought us to our next destination, Asheville. Also be sure to read more about her stops in Charlotte and Blowing Rock. This is part 2 in Janice’s east coast adventure in North Carolina.
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