ASHEVILLE, N.C., May 19, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- What could be more
perfect than spending the summer in an 8,000-acre backyard that
offers glorious gardens, mountain views, horseback riding, standup
paddle boarding, fly fishing and Segway tours? With so much to see
and do at Biltmore, where do you start? The following list, The
Top 10 Ways to Experience the Perfect Summer Visit at Biltmore,
should help with itinerary setting.
1. Stroll through
glorious gardens
Biltmore's formal gardens erupt in bright
colors each summer, with towering tropical foliage, flowers that
attract both butterflies and hummingbirds, and the heady scent of
the historic rose garden. Hikes along meandering paths lead to the
Bass Pond, and beyond that, a gentle waterfall with bamboo all
around.
2. Visit NEW
displays in Antler Hill Village
- George Vanderbilt's railway
travels are highlighted in a 250-foot long model train display
featuring landmarks from Vanderbilt's international travels. A
construction team with Applied Imagination handcrafts architectural
elements using leaves, twigs, and natural materials. Five model
trains run along five track loops, passing by miniature versions of
the Biltmore Rail Depot, the USS Vanderbilt Steamship, Eiffel
Tower, Arc De Triomphe, London Bridge, and more.
- An intricate model of Biltmore House and other estate
buildings created from thousands of Lego blocks will be on
display at the Wine Shop in the Winery, and Village Hotel on
Biltmore Estate.
3. Enjoy music in
the evenings: The Biltmore Concert Series, and Live After
Five
- Select nights this summer will bring stars to the South Terrace
of Biltmore House for the Biltmore Concert Series presenting
nationally- and internationally-known performers on the grand stage
with views of Biltmore House. This year's line-up includes Kool
& The Gang, The Commodores, The Beach Boys, Tony Bennett, REO Speedwagon, and Goo Goo
Dolls.
- Antler Hill Village & Winery comes alive on weekend
evenings when Live After Five takes place. Live music on the
Village Green features jazz and pop.
4. Saddle up for a
horseback ride
In addition to hikes and strolls, guests may
ride horses along trails with views of Biltmore House.
5. See the estate
on a Segway, in a Land Rover, or on a bike
Modern modes of
transportation are available at Biltmore's Outdoor Adventure
Center, which serves as the jumping-off point for Segway tours,
bike rentals, stand-up paddle boarding, rafting and kayaking. Land
Rover off-road driving experiences are available, as are
fly-fishing and sporting clays instruction.
6. Check out
treasures in Biltmore House, and down at the farm
From the
Kids Audio Tour of Biltmore House to the Biltmore Treasure Hunt,
younger guests can see the Vanderbilts' grand home from a different
perspective designed to entertain. Kids of all ages will want to
check out Antler Hill Barn and Farmyard, with blacksmithing and
woodworking demos and friendly animals.
7. See "Designed
for Drama: Fashion from the Classics" before it leaves Biltmore
House
Summer is the last opportunity to see the "Designed
for Drama: Fashion from the Classics" exhibition, which ends
July 4. Award-winning film costumes
are showcased in Biltmore House, alongside the books from
George Vanderbilt's Library that
inspired the movies.
8. Enjoy delicious
meals made from estate-grown ingredients
Biltmore's seven
restaurants offer a variety of cuisines, with menus that feature
fresh produce and meats from the estate itself, as well as
award-winning Biltmore Wines.
9. Vanderbilt
family stories
The Biltmore Legacy features an exhibition of
60 years of Vanderbilt family wedding fashion. A highlight is the
first ever display of the Lee family wedding veil worn by
Mary Lee Ryan at her marriage to
George Vanderbilt's grandson in
1957, and also worn by her cousin Jacqueline Lee Bouvier at her 1953 marriage to
future president John F.
Kennedy.
10. Stay overnight for the ultimate summer
escape
Choose from two distinctive properties to reap
exclusive benefits like waking up on George
Vanderbilt's mountain estate. Experience gracious
hospitality with a luxurious package celebrating summer holidays at
The Inn on Biltmore Estate, or relax with a more
casual stay at the new Village Hotel on Biltmore Estate.
Purchase tickets in advance at www.biltmore.com, or call
800-411-3812, or visit the Reception and Ticketing Services Center
at Biltmore.
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