I have not only been to the Biltmore, but I worked there for almost two years. I love it there. The family is so down to earth, attentive to detail, and always consider if their visions for the estate are aligned with their ancestors original plans. There is so much to see and do! It’s like walking into luxurious history.
Just came back from Biltmore just a few days ago for my 52nd birthday! I first visited 2 years ago when I turned 50. It was memorable! It is wonderful place to see and visit. I have been back to the estate close to a half dozen times in the last 2 years. I absolutely love Biltmore! My Dad and mom visited years ago. My mama told me all about ! I had wanted to visit for years and so me and a friend went to Ashville and the rest is history as they say. If you haven't been.....Go and see and see Biltmore! It's worth the visit! ❤
I absolutely loved this one. I've been to the Biltmore and it's exquisite. It's always impressed me how the family has taken care of their legacy while growing and planning for the future. Thanks for highlighting what they do.
We went to the biltmore estate last August. We loved it, we spent 2 days exploring the house and the village. We loved everything about it, and our goal is to go back during Christmas and stay at the inn. We loved the biltmore and plan on coming back. The staff and guides were super nice, helpful, and kind.
The Biltmore at Christmas is absolutely gorgeous! You should try to see it decorated. I’ve been twice. I took my mother before she passed away when it was decorated for Christmas and she was overwhelmed with the splendor of it. So happy I could do that for her. A lovely memory! ❤
@TooStinkinFine that is awesome, I'm so happy you got to do that with your mom. We want to go at Christmas, I've seen pics of it decorated and it looks amazing. However, I'm sure in person, is a 1000 times better.
Asheville has its beautiful charm..The Biltmore grounds are just absolutely beautiful.... I went last November and it was freezing walking around the estate and I kept looking at the house .... I wanted to go in, but my daughter said you need a reservation and you have to pay ahead of time... So it was already late in the day and I said my next trip I would definitely love to see the inside of the home..... So I visited her in September a few weeks back...made a reservation.. Very very happy I finally got to see the Biltmore estate... The grounds are so beautiful overlooking the mountains.....The home was absolutely amazing and it was so well worth it!!!.. so much history..
The biltmore is one of my favorite destinations. I have been there only once , but I fell in love with it immediately. I hope to go back during the holidays soon.
We went at Christmas 2013 it was absolutely grand. The tour I will never forget it. We had Christmas dinner on the grounds. I highly recommend a visit. ❤
My first visit to the Biltmore was as a child in 1962. Back then, only two floors were open to the public. You parked right in front of the house. I have been back many more times over the years. Great place.
Yes, several times. I would love to go back. It's a beautiful and historic place. Everything about Biltmore is wonderful. On my next visit, I would love to stay at the Biltmore accommodations. When my daughter was in middle school, we had the opportunity to visit Biltmore during the Christmas season as her church youth choir was invited to perform in the Biltmore house. It was an amazing experience.
Visited 3 times, once at Christmas, spring and summer enjoyed each visit. Enjoyed the pub, shopping, wine tasting and restaurant. It is beautiful and a wonderful time spent. We enjoyed downtown Asheville very much,also.
Very interesting! I'm obsessed with Biltmore and go a couple of times per year, every year for 25 years, and I learned a few things I didn't know in this video. I love this home and the story of the family. I love the legacy they children are preserving. Love it, love it! This is such intriguing history.
This episode was very informative. I've been about 70 times starting when I was 7. A point that wasn't discussed was the negative reaction many historical house museums had to the commercialization the Cecil's promoted. The efforts were proven right and now are copied at many historical houses. Good job Cecils.
I just visited the Biltmore in Asheville 2 weeks ago. It was stunning. The tour was excellent and very interesting. You can't beat the view of the hills and countryside either!
My husband insisted we visit the Biltmore. I couldn’t imagine it was a good idea to spend so much and care for four children. But he didn’t insist on many things and agreed to my rule for stopping every two to three for the kids to get out and expend energy. When I think about the Biltmore I still feel my jaw drop. I still remember details that had me in awe. Of the many antiques and leather wall-paper, three large fireplaces along one wall of the dining room. Not average fireplace width but I’m guessing each more like six feet wide. The thing that most impressed me was the large pocket doors for drying bed linens. It wasn’t the only part of the laundry.
I've been there twice! Highly recommend this place for a weekend visit. So much history and very interesting facts. Many people don't know Biltmore was safeguarding USA National priceless art collection during WWII. I just LOVE Biltmore 😍.
Yes we have been and it is amazing! We went around Thanksgiving and they were already decorated for Christmas. Our suggestion is go very early in the morning or late in the evening. Much less crowded then.
Biltmore in the Spring is a wonderful time to go. As you drive a few miles to the House, I noticed the Dogwood trees, the Azalia bushes and flowers are in bloom. It is beautiful! Mr. Olmstead did a wonderful job with the landscaping. I am sure his patterns have been replaced exactly how he had them planted. It is indeed an American treasure.
Just came back from my first visit and I really enjoyed the tour of the house, grounds and Antler village. I wish I lived closer. I hope to go again someday. I enjoyed the historical aspects covered in the video.
Biltmore is one of the most incredible places to visit and I’ve seen some of the grandest in the world. Many of the guided mansions burned and lost to history, tapestries and craftsmanship unlike anything elsewhere. The remaining pieces of this time must be protected to inspire the minds of future generations.
I'd love to go to the Biltmore, but I'm afraid it's a little out of my budget! It has always fascinated me! I love American history, mostly about the people who made it the wonderful country it once was and I'm hoping it can be again😊❤!
I've been to four of the Vanderbilt homes, two in Newport, one near Hyde Park on the Hudson River, and the Biltmore. All of them were ostentatious monuments to unimaginable wealth. But Biltmore is the only one I really thought could actually be a home. And the surrounding countryside looks like it could have doubled for some fantasy world of elves and hobbits.
I have just discovered your chanel and I'm loving the well researched and beautifully presented stories. Thank you. And now a request, have you covered the rothschilds? If so can you provide ne with the link?
On Friday September 27 2024 the area was devastated by Hurricane Helene. I haven’t seen any footage of the Biltmore house but the biltmore village has been destroyed.
It would’ve been interesting to hear how some of the Vanderbilts ended up with very little or no money such as the now famous Gloria Vanderbilt and famous son Anderson Cooper
We were members for years, but it has priced us out. Many of the special events were included, or at least highly discounted, but they are very expensive extras.
Well, I'm related to the Vanderbilts and the Cecils, so I'm lucky in that way, I suppose. I'd like to go visit Biltmore, stay there and catch up with family😊😊
The guy was son of Cornelia Stuyvesand and her new husband Cecil...why he was called Vanderbilt?....that ship sailed before he was born when Vanderbilt died. The Vanderbilts of Biltmore state, became extinct with the death of Cornelias husband , childless , in 1924...
If you haven't been persuaded by the unanimously complimentary comments so far and the Biltmore website is just not enough; why not settle down on the sofa with the Richie Rich Macaulay Culkin movie set there‽
My grandma always only told me that they’re my cousins and the current children in NC are greedy and kept my section of the family from getting any of the inheritance…💀 I couldve been born a millionare.
I hope I'm not wrong about the last Vanderbilt's heirs. The Biltmore definitely belonged to the daughter of the direct George Vanderblilt but married twice to an English then Cecil. The sons nowadays have no connection or DNA with Vanderbilt as they were born from a different father. I hope I'm not confused. However, I'm glad they preserve and restore the history and the family largest estate to open to public. Too bad this is the last Vanderbilts legacy that stands. I wish they had preserve the others that spread out on the east coast. There's no such architect and artistic handcraft left in the U.S.
You are confused - John Cecil was Cornelia’s first husband and the father of her two sons. After their divorce she left Biltmore and never returned. She married two more times and is buried in England. Her sone, George and William are direct descendants of George Vanderbilt.
@@sdaisy1001 Thx for clarifying the many descendants. I wish the Vanderbilts keep their mansions. Cottages like castles to run B&B, hotels, museums or anything, better than being demolished. So much gold inside, elegant artwork, craftmanship that we can't find in the U.S. these days. So sad....that's America, who has no taste of classic architecture. In Europe, it's not allowed to remodel the exterior, even if they have to upgrade the interior.
COMMENT: Have you been to the Biltmore Estate - or would you like to?
Been to the Biltmore. Even in today's times it is a very impressive home.
Unfortunately I have never been to Biltmore but would absolutely love to go!
I have been many times
I have not only been to the Biltmore, but I worked there for almost two years. I love it there. The family is so down to earth, attentive to detail, and always consider if their visions for the estate are aligned with their ancestors original plans. There is so much to see and do! It’s like walking into luxurious history.
Just came back from Biltmore just a few days ago for my 52nd birthday! I first visited 2 years ago when I turned 50. It was memorable! It is wonderful place to see and visit. I have been back to the estate close to a half dozen times in the last 2 years. I absolutely love Biltmore! My Dad and mom visited years ago. My mama told me all about ! I had wanted to visit for years and so me and a friend went to Ashville and the rest is history as they say. If you haven't been.....Go and see and see Biltmore! It's worth the visit! ❤
I absolutely loved this one. I've been to the Biltmore and it's exquisite. It's always impressed me how the family has taken care of their legacy while growing and planning for the future. Thanks for highlighting what they do.
We went to the biltmore estate last August. We loved it, we spent 2 days exploring the house and the village. We loved everything about it, and our goal is to go back during Christmas and stay at the inn. We loved the biltmore and plan on coming back. The staff and guides were super nice, helpful, and kind.
The Biltmore at Christmas is absolutely gorgeous! You should try to see it decorated. I’ve been twice. I took my mother before she passed away when it was decorated for Christmas and she was overwhelmed with the splendor of it. So happy I could do that for her. A lovely memory! ❤
@TooStinkinFine that is awesome, I'm so happy you got to do that with your mom. We want to go at Christmas, I've seen pics of it decorated and it looks amazing. However, I'm sure in person, is a 1000 times better.
Asheville has its beautiful charm..The Biltmore grounds are just absolutely beautiful.... I went last November and it was freezing walking around the estate and I kept looking at the house .... I wanted to go in, but my daughter said you need a reservation and you have to pay ahead of time... So it was already late in the day and I said my next trip I would definitely love to see the inside of the home..... So I visited her in September a few weeks back...made a reservation.. Very very happy I finally got to see the Biltmore estate... The grounds are so beautiful overlooking the mountains.....The home was absolutely amazing and it was so well worth it!!!.. so much history..
The biltmore is one of my favorite destinations. I have been there only once , but I fell in love with it immediately. I hope to go back during the holidays soon.
We went at Christmas 2013 it was absolutely grand. The tour I will never forget it. We had Christmas dinner on the grounds. I highly recommend a visit. ❤
I’ve been once before. Dreams of going back for the holidays to see all the elegant decorations!
My first visit to the Biltmore was as a child in 1962. Back then, only two floors were open to the public. You parked right in front of the house. I have been back many more times over the years. Great place.
Yes, several times. I would love to go back. It's a beautiful and historic place. Everything about Biltmore is wonderful. On my next visit, I would love to stay at the Biltmore accommodations. When my daughter was in middle school, we had the opportunity to visit Biltmore during the Christmas season as her church youth choir was invited to perform in the Biltmore house. It was an amazing experience.
Visited 3 times, once at Christmas, spring and summer enjoyed each visit. Enjoyed the pub, shopping, wine tasting and restaurant. It is beautiful and a wonderful time spent. We enjoyed downtown Asheville very much,also.
Very interesting! I'm obsessed with Biltmore and go a couple of times per year, every year for 25 years, and I learned a few things I didn't know in this video. I love this home and the story of the family. I love the legacy they children are preserving. Love it, love it! This is such intriguing history.
Spent a ton time in Newport RI actually my dad's restaurant catered high end party love Newport history
The Vanderbilt on ocean Ave
I love the Jackie Kennedy Connection it simply amazed me how so many old money families are connected
That’s because they only want to associate with people who have money and connections.
This episode was very informative. I've been about 70 times starting when I was 7. A point that wasn't discussed was the negative reaction many historical house museums had to the commercialization the Cecil's promoted. The efforts were proven right and now are copied at many historical houses. Good job Cecils.
I just visited the Biltmore in Asheville 2 weeks ago. It was stunning. The tour was excellent and very interesting. You can't beat the view of the hills and countryside either!
Yes have been twice and hope to go again during holidays. Saying Magnificent place doesn't do it justice.❤️
My husband insisted we visit the Biltmore. I couldn’t imagine it was a good idea to spend so much and care for four children. But he didn’t insist on many things and agreed to my rule for stopping every two to three for the kids to get out and expend energy.
When I think about the Biltmore I still feel my jaw drop. I still remember details that had me in awe. Of the many antiques and leather wall-paper, three large fireplaces along one wall of the dining room. Not average fireplace width but I’m guessing each more like six feet wide.
The thing that most impressed me was the large pocket doors for drying bed linens. It wasn’t the only part of the laundry.
I've been there twice! Highly recommend this place for a weekend visit. So much history and very interesting facts. Many people don't know Biltmore was safeguarding USA National priceless art collection during WWII. I just LOVE Biltmore 😍.
Had a wonderful and fascinating visit to Biltmore. Well worth the price of admission. I recommend the self guided tour with headphones.
Yes we have been and it is amazing! We went around Thanksgiving and they were already decorated for Christmas. Our suggestion is go very early in the morning or late in the evening. Much less crowded then.
Biltmore in the Spring is a wonderful time to go. As you drive a few miles to the House, I noticed the Dogwood trees, the Azalia bushes and flowers are in bloom. It is beautiful! Mr. Olmstead did a wonderful job with the landscaping. I am sure his patterns have been replaced exactly how he had them planted. It is indeed an American treasure.
I stayed at the inn this summer and it was wonderful, looking forward to staying at the inn this winter.
Just came back from my first visit and I really enjoyed the tour of the house, grounds and Antler village. I wish I lived closer. I hope to go again someday. I enjoyed the historical aspects covered in the video.
Thanks! Great story and glad you enjoyed it, Tom!
Always interesting to learn from history. I am in no way related to the Vanderbilts but enjoyed watching this episode. 😊😊 X
We’ve been several times and absolutely love it.
I have been to Biltmore many times and I worked for Biltmore. Wonderful place to visit and to work for as well.
Yes, very beautiful and gorgeous place
Biltmore is only an hour drive from me. So, yes. Several times.❤
Biltmore is one of the most incredible places to visit and I’ve seen some of the grandest in the world. Many of the guided mansions burned and lost to history, tapestries and craftsmanship unlike anything elsewhere. The remaining pieces of this time must be protected to inspire the minds of future generations.
I'd love to go to the Biltmore, but I'm afraid it's a little out of my budget! It has always fascinated me! I love American history, mostly about the people who made it the wonderful country it once was and I'm hoping it can be again😊❤!
Thank you OML, that was well done as always...
Glad you enjoyed it!
I've been to four of the Vanderbilt homes, two in Newport, one near Hyde Park on the Hudson River, and the Biltmore. All of them were ostentatious monuments to unimaginable wealth. But Biltmore is the only one I really thought could actually be a home. And the surrounding countryside looks like it could have doubled for some fantasy world of elves and hobbits.
William K had a summer house in Centerport, Long Island, New York
I love the gardens at Biltmore 😍
Fairies and evi atrocities as well... according to the young daughter.
We’ve driven by on our way to Charleston, SC many times. We always say “next time we will stop”.
You really should make it a destination trip. It's so beautiful and there's so much history 😍
I love the narration (a.i?) I also enjoy the old money values series
I worked at the dairy plant I was one of the last three people that worked there before it closed
I have just discovered your chanel and I'm loving the well researched and beautifully presented stories. Thank you. And now a request, have you covered the rothschilds? If so can you provide ne with the link?
How The Rothschilds Went From “New Money” To "Old Money"
th-cam.com/video/uMF-DvczW3I/w-d-xo.html
Very interesting!
I live in NC and have been to the Biltmore Estate numerous times.
I have been there. Loved it. Wine is great as well. :-)
On Friday September 27 2024 the area was devastated by Hurricane Helene. I haven’t seen any footage of the Biltmore house but the biltmore village has been destroyed.
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They said the house didn't get damaged
I have been several times it is right down the road a piece from me..
It would’ve been interesting to hear how some of the Vanderbilts ended up with very little or no money such as the now famous Gloria Vanderbilt and famous son Anderson Cooper
Anderson says he never visited Biltmore. I hope he comes to Asheville and tours the house
We were members for years, but it has priced us out. Many of the special events were included, or at least highly discounted, but they are very expensive extras.
Well, I'm related to the Vanderbilts and the Cecils, so I'm lucky in that way, I suppose. I'd like to go visit Biltmore, stay there and catch up with family😊😊
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Also related.......
I’ve to the Biltmore Estate with a group of Women CEO’s. We had a great time.
I plan to visit The Biltmore.
The guy was son of Cornelia Stuyvesand and her new husband Cecil...why he was called Vanderbilt?....that ship sailed before he was born when Vanderbilt died. The Vanderbilts of Biltmore state, became extinct with the death of Cornelias husband , childless , in 1924...
Wait I thought the Biltmore was donated to the state of North Carolina ?
I'd like to see about KARL XVI of Sweden.
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“Rolling hills” otherwise known as the Appalachian mountains lol
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If you haven't been persuaded by the unanimously complimentary comments so far and the Biltmore website is just not enough; why not settle down on the sofa with the Richie Rich Macaulay Culkin movie set there‽
Can you book a trip there to eat inside the house
My grandma always only told me that they’re my cousins and the current children in NC are greedy and kept my section of the family from getting any of the inheritance…💀 I couldve been born a millionare.
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I have been there beautiful
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This one seemed more like an advertisement for the Biltmore than a history program … felt weird
I hope I'm not wrong about the last Vanderbilt's heirs. The Biltmore definitely belonged to the daughter of the direct George Vanderblilt but married twice to an English then Cecil. The sons nowadays have no connection or DNA with Vanderbilt as they were born from a different father. I hope I'm not confused.
However, I'm glad they preserve and restore the history and the family largest estate to open to public. Too bad this is the last Vanderbilts legacy that stands. I wish they had preserve the others that spread out on the east coast. There's no such architect and artistic handcraft left in the U.S.
You are confused - John Cecil was Cornelia’s first husband and the father of her two sons. After their divorce she left Biltmore and never returned. She married two more times and is buried in England. Her sone, George and William are direct descendants of George Vanderbilt.
@@sdaisy1001 Thx for clarifying the many descendants. I wish the Vanderbilts keep their mansions. Cottages like castles to run B&B, hotels, museums or anything, better than being demolished. So much gold inside, elegant artwork, craftmanship that we can't find in the U.S. these days. So sad....that's America, who has no taste of classic architecture. In Europe, it's not allowed to remodel the exterior, even if they have to upgrade the interior.
INTERESTING .BUT I PREFER EUROPE . DIFFERENT THINGS FOR DIFFERENT PEOPLE .
Work ethic? These Vanderbilts know nothing about work, much less than ethics.
To bad Gloria’s son turned out to be such a creep. Gets paid to lie on TV. He couldn’t build crap and probably only has that job because of who he is
Vote Kamala and the Democrats out of office