Built by George Washington Vanderbilt II between 1889 and 1895, the Biltmore Estate stands as a luxurious reminder of the Gilded Age in Asheville, North Carolina. The Biltmore House, the main house on the estate, boasts more than 178,000 square feet of floor space and is considered the largest privately owned house in the US. "Biltmore Estates was absolutely amazing. The house and grounds speak for themselves but the staff only added to the magical essence of the place. They were so helpful and informative but not intrusive," wrote a TripAdvisor reviewer.
Average Summer bookable rates in Asheville: June: $175, July: $185, August: $171
Reason to book now: 20th Annual Biltmore Concert Series, hosted on the South Terrace of Biltmore House — July 28-August 31, 2016
Top-rated tour: N/A
