Do you recognize this detail from Biltmore House's Library? This female figure is one of two that flank the Library fireplace's mantle, carved by #KarlBitter. Concealed by this mantle, there is an alternate entrance to the Library, where guests of the Vanderbilts could have easy access to nighttime reading selections before retiring to their rooms. #Biltmore #GildedAgeMansions | Biltmore
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Do you recognize this detail from Biltmore House's Library? This female figure is one of two that flank the Library fireplace's mantle, carved by #KarlBitter. Concealed by this
Biltmore. . Do you recognize this detail from Biltmore House's Library? This female figure is one of two that flank the Library fireplace's mantle, carved by #KarlBitter. Concealed by this mantle, there is an alternate entrance to the Library, where guests of the Vanderbilts could have easy access to nighttime reading selections before retiring ...
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"The George Vanderbilts were in residence during our first winter (in Asheville) and perhaps twice a week we would dine with them and George would read aloud as we gathered by the fire in the fabulous library." -- Texas Bates McKee, a guest of the Vanderbilts in the early 1900's. 📷: The ceiling mural in The Library at Biltmore House. For more: https://bit.ly/3GRRwW8 | Biltmore
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"The George Vanderbilts were in residence during our first winter (in Asheville) and perhaps twice a week we would dine with them and George would read aloud as we gathered by the fire in the fabulous library." -- Texas Bates McKee, a guest of the Vanderbilts in the early 1900's. 📷: The ceiling mural in The Library at Biltmore House. For more: https://bit.ly/3GRRwW8 | Biltmore
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Have you ever wondered about secret passageways in Biltmore House? Here, Biltmore House host Elaine shows us a hidden staircase in the Library of our Gilded Age mansion. Discover more: https://bit.ly/46dD59Y | Biltmore
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Have you ever wondered about secret passageways in Biltmore House? Here, Biltmore House host Elaine shows us a hidden staircase in the Library of our Gilded Age mansion. Discover more: https://bit.ly/46dD59Y | Biltmore
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After visiting Asheville, NC in 1888, George Vanderbilt began the process of building his country home. Construction began in 1889 and Biltmore House was first opened to friends and family on Christmas Eve, 1895. Today, Biltmore remains to be the largest private residence in America and is a celebrated historic landmark. #Asheville #Biltmore #Museum #Travel #HistoricHome #History #Archival
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After visiting Asheville, NC in 1888, George Vanderbilt began the process of building his country home. Construction began in 1889 and Biltmore House was first opened to friends and family on Christmas Eve, 1895. Today, Biltmore remains to be the largest private residence in America and is a celebrated historic landmark. #Asheville #Biltmore #Museum #Travel #HistoricHome #History #Archival
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Inside Biltmore: The Vanderbilt Mansion That Defined the Gilded Age
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On June 8, 1891, the first stone for Biltmore House was laid in the west den wall. Over the next 6 years, Biltmore would be constructed and opened to George Vanderbilt's family and friends. Enjoy this look at Biltmore's construction site compared to what it is today. Learn more about Biltmore's history: https://bit.ly/3fRwSbl | Biltmore
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On June 8, 1891, the first stone for Biltmore House was laid in the west den wall. Over the next 6 years, Biltmore would be constructed and opened to George Vanderbilt's family and friends. Enjoy this look at Biltmore's construction site compared to what it is today. Learn more about Biltmore's history: https://bit.ly/3fRwSbl | Biltmore
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"The George Vanderbilts were in residence during our first winter (in Asheville) and perhaps twice a week we would dine with them and George would read aloud as we gathered by the fire in the fabulous library." -- Texas Bates McKee, a guest of the Vanderbilts in the early 1900's. 📷: The ceiling mural in The Library at Biltmore House. For more: https://bit.ly/3GRRwW8 | Biltmore
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"The George Vanderbilts were in residence during our first winter (in Asheville) and perhaps twice a week we would dine with them and George would read aloud as we gathered by the fire in the fabulous library." -- Texas Bates McKee, a guest of the Vanderbilts in the early 1900's. 📷: The ceiling mural in The Library at Biltmore House. For more: https://bit.ly/3GRRwW8 | Biltmore
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Have you ever wondered about secret passageways in Biltmore House? Here, Biltmore House host Elaine shows us a hidden staircase in the Library of our Gilded Age mansion. Discover more: https://bit.ly/46dD59Y | Biltmore
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Have you ever wondered about secret passageways in Biltmore House? Here, Biltmore House host Elaine shows us a hidden staircase in the Library of our Gilded Age mansion. Discover more: https://bit.ly/46dD59Y | Biltmore
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"Books everywhere... on the right and on the left, every sort of book, first editions and current literature, books, books, books and a comfortable chair in which to read them." (Edith Vanderbilt's sister Pauline Merrill wrote in a letter to her friend Mrs. T.S. Viele, 1905.) Learn more: https://bit.ly/3BmEuMF | Biltmore
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"Books everywhere... on the right and on the left, every sort of book, first editions and current literature, books, books, books and a comfortable chair in which to read them." (Edith Vanderbilt's sister Pauline Merrill wrote in a letter to her friend Mrs. T.S. Viele, 1905.) Learn more: https://bit.ly/3BmEuMF | Biltmore
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One of the many notable pieces in Biltmore's library is this terrestrial globe. It was crafted by Edward Stanford in London and dates back to 1899! | Biltmore
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One of the many notable pieces in Biltmore's library is this terrestrial globe. It was crafted by Edward Stanford in London and dates back to 1899! | Biltmore
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The rooms on the first floor of Biltmore House are where the Vanderbilts entertained their guests. From grand gathering places to an expansive library, these rooms reflect the elegance and eclectic decor that Mr. Vanderbilt and architect Richard Morris Hunt preferred for this country estate. https://bit.ly/3jKpsqz | Biltmore
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The rooms on the first floor of Biltmore House are where the Vanderbilts entertained their guests. From grand gathering places to an expansive library, these rooms reflect the elegance and eclectic decor that Mr. Vanderbilt and architect Richard Morris Hunt preferred for this country estate. https://bit.ly/3jKpsqz | Biltmore
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George Vanderbilt commissioned architect Richard Morris Hunt to help design his North Carolina home. To accomplish building a European chateau in rural North Carolina, Hunt focused on efficiency. The land in front of the home site was transformed into a mini-town with buildings and small factories that produced materials necessary for the construction of the house. An on-site kiln produced up to 32,000 bricks daily, and a woodworking factory supplied oak and walnut for the house’s floors and wal
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Join us for a very special Christmas season as we mark the 125th anniversary of George Vanderbilt first opening the estate to his friends and family on Christmas Eve in 1895. In honor of that, let’s take a closer look at the sheer amount of décor displayed at Biltmore this Christmas season. https://bit.ly/31Nx6tQ | Biltmore
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#LeonardoDaVinci Connections: Innovations in electricity Biltmore House has always been fully electric. In 1895 (when the House was opened to family and friends), electric wiring was cutting-edge technology. Electricity enabled residents of Biltmore House to use fully electric systems such as the call bell/annunciator system, telephones, a doorbell, and an electric fire alarm, in addition to electric lighting. Excess electricity was stored in a state-of-the-art battery system so the Vanderbilts
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From floral workshop to Biltmore House, the scale of the arrangements out floral team works on truly highlight the magnificence of George Vanderbilt’s masterpiece. 📷: A floral arrangement adorns the Library fireplace mantle in Biltmore House. Plan your visit to #Biltmore: https://bit.ly/3YF6BSO | Biltmore
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Shown here: the Butler’s Pantry at Biltmore House. Strategically located on the first floor between the Kitchen and the Breakfast Room and directly above the basement kitchen, the Butler’s Pantry is a room that was constantly abuzz with staff activity. Read more: https://bit.ly/44Wcz4c | Biltmore
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These chairs from the Oak Sitting Room of Biltmore House have a secret trick... Discover more: https://bit.ly/3UOXDmU | Biltmore
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The halls of Biltmore House are known for many of the grand tapestries that adorn them. These pieces, acquired by George Vanderbilt on his travels abroad, date back to the 15th and 16th centuries, and are continuously being cared for by our preservation team. Learn more about the tales told through these tapestries: https://bit.ly/3Cijlc9 | Biltmore
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We welcome you to experience Biltmore in a whole new light! ✨ In celebration of Biltmore's 130th anniversary, a year marked by resilience and new beginnings, we are thrilled to announce the Spring 2026 arrival of "Luminere." 🌙 As day turns to dusk, Biltmore House becomes a canvas illuminating its remarkable story, and our historic gardens come alive to delight you with breathtaking artistry and a signature musical score. Preview it now, and find out how you can see it for FREE: https://bit.ly/4
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As colder days arrive in Asheville, we’re drawn inside to the warmth of Biltmore House, where glowing fireplaces and thoughtfully designed gathering spaces reflect the care George Vanderbilt took in welcoming his guests. Plan your visit: https://bit.ly/4jnS9cK | Biltmore
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The Winter Garden 🌿 One of the first spaces you experience on a tour of Biltmore House, the Vanderbilts used this spot for receiving guests, enjoying tea, and taking in the tropical plants that crowded the area. For more: https://bit.ly/46i9CgC | Biltmore
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Dinner with a view 🌄 You can enjoy savory and sweet bites with cocktail service at The Inn on Biltmore Estate’s Library Lounge and Veranda, where Blue Ridge Mountain views await you. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4gTm8HN #Biltmore #StayatBiltmore #Asheville #LuxuryHotels | Biltmore
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Preserving the stories within the Smoking & Gun Rooms 🔥 Once central to Gilded Age hospitality, these rooms evolved over generations, serving as gathering spaces for guests and later as living and working quarters for the Vanderbilt and Cecil families. Their restoration drew on years of research, including archival photographs, letters, and detailed records like the Butler’s Log, which helped guide decisions about furnishings, finishes, and use. Through careful craftsmanship, from reproducing h
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Book League Storytime Adventures on Instagram: "This house was built by a reader. 175,000 square feet. 250 rooms. One library that says everything. George Vanderbilt read 3,159 books — nearly 80 a year — and built a room for ideas, conversation, and curiosity. @biltmoreestate #Biltmore #BiltmoreEstate #BookLovers #HomeLibrary #ReadersOfInstagram #LiterarySpaces #BookLeague"
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Biltmore on Instagram: "Inside George Vanderbilt’s Library 📚 One of the most beloved rooms in Biltmore House, the Library was a personal favorite of George Vanderbilt. Walnut shelves line the walls, holding approximately 10,000 titles—about half of his remarkable book collection. Click the 🔗 in our bio to lean more about the Library!"
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