We packed up the truck (including the dog) to head to the mountains this past weekend. We stayed in Asheville- two summers ago, we had met our friends Brigette & Jaime up there and had such a great time. We got into town around 9:00, checked in and walked to find some dinner. It was a little chilly up in the mountains, so we didn't go too far.
Saturday, we had tickets to tour the Biltmore. For those not from NC, the Biltmore is the largest private residence in America - built by George Vanderbilt. It is now open to the public for tours. 250 Rooms, 175,000 square feet, this house covers 4 acres. The daytime tour was really interesting, as was the garden & winery tour.
That evening we had dinner at the Inn at Biltmore (AMAZING!) and returned to the house for a Christmas Candlelight Tour. The holidays are the busiest time at the Biltmore, and you can definitely see why. Beautiful Christmas decorations, all lit up at night - was really amazing to see.
On Sunday, we walked around Asheville's fun downtown area for a few hours before heading home. Such a fun town and great weekend getaway...
Biltmore house overlook
Garden Greenhouse - I thought it was so beautiful. And you couldn't take photos in the real house. I settled for the green house.
Garden Building
View from the house
Willie loves vacation!
Biltmore House at night
Beautiful tree Christmas Tree on the lawn
Our official Biltmore photo
5 comments:
How beautiful! I have been wanting to go there - let me know if you want to meet for a girls' weekend! (It's only 5ish hours from Lville.)
That place looks amazing! I love that it is all lit up for Christmas!
The picture of you two in front of the tree is great....would be perfect for a Christmas card!
Love you!
You guys look great! I love the picture of Willie...he does look like he is having a great vacation! :)
You guys are so cute. And I love Doug E. Fresh in his sportcoat. Adorable.
How cool. I love seeing the Biltmore lit up w/ Christmas lights. Looks fun and romantic!
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