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Biltmore Estate

The Biltmore Estate in North Carolina was begun in 1895 and captures an era of American history. The 8000 acres include many gardens, a magnificent mansion and views of the Appalachian Mountains. It is a major tourist attraction and destination for many.

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Where can one find information on biltmore asheville?

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If you are planning a visit to Asheville, North Carolina, there are some helpful websites such as Expedia, Trip Advisor, and Yelp. You should also speak to the locals there to see if they can give any tips.

Why is the Biltmore house called the Biltmore House?

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Biltmore House FAQ. Why is it named Biltmore? George Vanderbilt named Biltmore by combining two words: "Bildt," the region in Holland where the Vanderbilt family originated, and "more," an old English word meaning upland rolling hills.

In what year was the Biltmore Estate deemed a National Historic Landmark?

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The Biltmore Estate was deemed a National Historic Landmark in 1964. It is a private house in North Carolina and and a major tourist attraction as one of the top rated buildings in America.

Who muchdose it costto spend the night at the biltmore estate?

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Parking is free with the cost of admission.

How much would it cost today to build biltmore estate?

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One estimate says it cost 10 million dollars to build, therefore, if you convert that from the cost in 1895 to the cost in 2007, it would be just under 250 million dollars, or a quarter of a billion.

How many square feet of floor are in biltmore estate?

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The Biltmore estate is 175,000 Sq. Ft.

What US city is the Biltmore Estate located in?

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The Biltmore Estate is located in Asheville,North Carolina.

What part of the Biltmore Estate was used in the movie Forrest Gump?

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Nothing was filmed at the house, only on the grounds. Parts of the running scenesthat show him running inautumn by a lake.

How many acres does the Biltmore Estate have?

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The Biltmore Estate (near Asheville, North Carolina) comprises approximately 8,000 acres of land.

What is the admission price for the Biltmore Estate?

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$50 for adults online purchase only under 16 Free good Sunday-Friday this Summer.

Was there any movie filming inside the biltmore estate?

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Marry Me (2010)

The Clearing (2004)

Hannibal (2001)

Return to the Secret Garden (2000)

Patch Adams (1998)

My Fellow Americans (1996)

Richie Rich (1994)

Forrest Gump (1994)

Last of the Mohicans (1992)

Mr. Destiny (1990)

A Breed Apart (1984)

The Private Eyes (1981)

Being There (1979)

The Swan (1956)

Tap Roots (1948)

Who owns Biltmore Estate?

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George Vanderbilt was the founder of the Biltmore.

How many bathrooms are in the Biltmore Estate?

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it has 250 rooms including 43 bathrooms,65 fireplaces,3 kitchens

Where is biltmore located?

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The Biltmore Estate is located in Asheville North Carolina.

How many people does Biltmore Estate employ?

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There are 2,000 employees at the Biltmore Estate.

Why was the Biltmore built?

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to sleep in

How long is the driveway at the biltmore?

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It took from 1889 to 1895, so 6 years.