Touring the Biltmore Estate
We are located about four blocks from the entrance to the estate (Biltmore Village lies between us and the entrance). Biltmore House itself is three miles from the entrance—and is, in fact, at least that far from the winery and hotel. You are free to walk the grounds once you have gone through the entrance gate.
The Biltmore Estate has a wide variety of activities in addition to touring the house itself. There is the winery, which is the most popular in the country with over one million visitors a year; a new equestrian center; carriage rides; and an outdoor center. The estate hosts various activities and concerts throughout the year, and if you are an annual passholder, they will keep you informed automatically. There are currently three restaurants and shops on the estate, with more in development. The newest addition is the Inn on Biltmore Estate, which is sometimes confused with us. However, if you’re looking for the perfect B&B experience, we invite you to stay at the Biltmore Village Inn.
The two busiest seasons at the Biltmore Estate are autumn color and Christmas. The color season is essentially October; Christmas includes both November and December. During those times, and other busy seasons, the Estate has what is called “timed entry” to the house on Saturdays. That means you must go to the entry, and reserve a time to go in the house.
When you stay at the Biltmore Village Inn, the ideal way to manage your time is to go over to the estate before breakfast (the gates open at 8 AM), reserve your time slot and receive your tickets, and return for breakfast with us. Then you may enter at your leisure.
For more information on the Biltmore House and Estate, please visit their web site at: http://www.biltmore.com/.
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