Biltmore’s original field-to-table program began in 1895 with George Vanderbilt’s vision of creating a self-sufficient estate modeled after Europe’s grand country homes. More than a century later, the vision is still alive with a thriving field-to-table program that supports Asheville’s new reputation as a culinary hot-spot.  

Working the Land in Good Taste
While it’s not visible to estate guests, the backbone of the field-to-table program is the estate’s production garden. Tucked away on the west side of the estate, away from guest traffic, this farm supplies estate restaurants with fresh herbs, seasonal fruits and berries, and a variety of vegetables. Biltmore chefs count on a daily delivery of seasonal produce by 11 a.m. on the day of harvest. This means Biltmore guests have the unique pleasure of enjoying fresh, locally produced meals showcasing seasonal ingredients.   Also located on the west side is the Winery’s approximately 50-acre vineyard. Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, and Merlot grapes thrive in Western North Carolina’s temperate climate and dot the rolling hills. These grapes are used to produce Biltmore Winery’s award-winning wines under the guidance of winemakers Bernard Delille and Sharon Fenchak.  

Raising Beef and Lamb on the Estate
In Vanderbilt’s day, the estate’s rolling pastures provided beauty and a place for livestock to graze. Today, history repeats itself as 200 head of Angus cattle and a flock of 150 South African White Dorper Sheep roam across the fields. Biltmore prides itself on humanely raising the animals on lush pastures with natural grains and abstaining from growth hormones and antibiotics. A small portion of the herd and flock is culled each year so estate restaurants can serve premium cuts of meat.  

Supporting Community Agriculture
While Biltmore prides itself on serving estate-raised ingredients, sometimes demand exceeds production. In an effort to support the community and serve only the best, Biltmore works with community farmers and food producers to source local ingredients and meat. The estate’s “buy local” program supports the local economy, reduces the estate’s carbon footprint, and literally provides a taste of Western North Carolina to estate guests. About Biltmore Located in Asheville, N.C., Biltmore was the vision of George W. Vanderbilt. Designed by Richard Morris Hunt, America’s largest home is a 250-room French Renaissance chateau, exhibiting the Vanderbilt family’s original collection of furnishings, art and antiques. Biltmore estate encompasses more than 8,000 acres including renowned gardens designed by Frederick Law Olmsted, the father of American landscape architecture. Today, Biltmore includes Antler Hill Village, which features the award-winning Winery and Antler Hill Farm; four-star The Inn on Biltmore Estate; the new Village Hotel on Biltmore Estate; Equestrian Center; numerous restaurants; event and meeting venues; and Biltmore For Your Home, the company’s licensed products division. To learn more about Biltmore, go to www.biltmore.com or call 877-BILTMORE.

Today, George Vanderbilt’s historic estate is a National Historic Landmark boasting America’s largest home. While a million guests visit annually to tour 250-room Biltmore House and its grounds, in culinary circles the estate is also recognized for its extraordinary food.

Drawing from Asheville’s thriving farm-to-table scene and George Vanderbilt’s love for entertaining, Biltmore is home to a variety of formal restaurants and light bites. Each venue has its own personality shaped by the executive chef and its historic surroundings. Menus change seasonally and are influenced by culinary trends and fresh offerings from local farms and the estate’s production garden.

Estate Restaurants

• The Bistro: Located next to Biltmore Winery, this restaurant embodies the charm of Europe. Tables surround the open kitchen, where guests watch the chefs prepare meals. Lunch and dinner boast a combination of American-European flavors, with a heavy emphasis on local ingredients from the estate and surrounding farms. Handmade pastas and wood-fired pizzas that embrace seasonal flavors are a favorite.
• Cedric’s Tavern: This English-style pub is located in Antler Hill Village. A full bar, live music and outdoor seating makes this restaurant a destination. Hearty pub fare like fish and chips and shepherd’s pie grace the menu, but a favorite is the house-made pickles that arrive at every table before the meal.
• Deerpark Restaurant: Housed in a converted dairy barn original to the estate, this spot boasts plenty of rustic charm and views of estate pastures from its front door. A wall of windows overlooks an interior courtyard that is perfect for relaxing after the meal. A buffet of southern family-style dishes and Appalachian specialties are served with a modern twist.
• The Dining Room: Located at The Inn on Biltmore Estate, The Dining Room is upscale dining at its finest. White linen tablecloths, Vanderbilt china and crystal add to the luxury of savoring carefully executed meals. Chefs create gourmet delights using weekly food deliveries from the estate’s production garden. The Dining Room also hosts afternoon tea served with all the traditional delights of a proper English tea.
• Library Lounge: Tucked away in the lobby of The Inn on Biltmore Estate, this dining venue allows guests to savor an indulgent bite while skimming a book from library shelves or admiring panoramic views of the estate. 
• Village Social: Located at the Village Hotel on Biltmore Estate, the Village Social is a full-service restaurant and bar, serving light breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The restaurant’s small plate concept focuses on sustainable seafood with local and regional farm and garden products. The relaxed atmosphere of Village Social is perfect for unwinding and catching up with friends.
• Stable Cafe: Located next to Biltmore House, this restaurant is housed in what was originally the estate’s horse stable. A bright and airy restaurant where converted stalls hold elegant booths, the menu boasts slow-cooked rotisserie chicken, smoked pork, estate-raised Angus beef, and house-made sausages. Wood harvested from the estate is used in smoking the meats.

Light Bites at Biltmore House

• Bake Shop: Enjoy fresh-baked pastries and baked goods, as well as espresso, gourmet coffees and herbal teas.
• Courtyard Market: Hearty snacks such as Sicilian-style thin crust pizza, hot dogs, beer, wine and cold beverages.
• Biltmore Dairy Bar: Hand-scooped ice cream, milkshakes, sundaes and drinks take center stage at this spot.
• Conservatory Café: Open seasonally on the Conservatory’s back patio, this spot serves Biltmore wines, light snacks and small plates.

Light Bites at Antler Hill Village

• Creamery: Winky Bar sundaes inspired by an original Biltmore Dairy ice cream treat are scooped up with a smile. Pastries, cupcakes, and gourmet coffees also make an appearance.
• Smokehouse: Carolina barbecue and quick sandwiches featuring house-made sauces.  The Kitchen: Located on the first floor of the Village Hotel, The Kitchen offers items to grab and go. The menu includes beverages such as handcrafted espresso, organic coffee, specialty tea and fresh fruit smoothies, as well as seasonal baked goods and gourmet breakfast sandwichs. For lunch, choose from chopped salads, gourmet sandwiches, and our farmer’s market special.

About Biltmore
Located in Asheville, N.C., Biltmore was the vision of George W. Vanderbilt.  Designed by Richard Morris Hunt, America’s largest home is a 250-room French Renaissance chateau, exhibiting the Vanderbilt family’s original collection of furnishings, art and antiques. Biltmore estate encompasses more than 8,000 acres including renowned gardens designed by Frederick Law Olmsted, the father of American landscape architecture. Today, Biltmore includes Antler Hill Village, which features the award-winning Winery and Antler Hill Farm; four-star The Inn on Biltmore Estate; the new Village Hotel on Biltmore Estate; Equestrian Center; numerous restaurants; event and meeting venues; and Biltmore For Your Home, the company’s licensed products division. To learn more about Biltmore, go to www.biltmore.com or call 877-BILTMORE.

ASHEVILLE, N.C. –  Guests to Biltmore House can enjoy a casual overnight stay at Village Hotel on Biltmore Estate, set in the heart of Antler Hill Village. Opened in 2015, the 209-room Village Hotel on Biltmore Estate provides a range of options to guests who want to stay overnight. The Village Hotel on Biltmore Estate is the estate’s second accomdation property, joining The Inn on Biltmore Estate.

A stay at Village Hotel gives guests access to shopping, dining, Biltmore Winery, live music, hiking and biking trails, other outdoor activities and the farmyard – all within short walking distance.

“Village Hotel offers a casual location for our guests to use as a home base for exploring the estate,” says Biltmore Vice President of Lodging Meghan Noel. “I’ve heard our guests describe their time at Village Hotel as feeling like they are relaxing in someone’s home. That’s exactly what we hoped to hear. The design of this property was created with that kind of relaxed experience in mind.”

Natural elements and rustic features were used in the exterior and interior design, inspired by the eclectic mix of cottages and farm homes original to the estate. The first level takes inspiration from a farmhouse while the second level incorporates materials reminiscent of the working aspects of a farm, such as dark wood and leather.

Archival images adorn hotel public areas, telling the story of Biltmore’s agricultural legacy and showing historic estate scenes of the Vanderbilt family enjoying leisure activities.

Each of the hotel’s 209 guest rooms and suites offer a cozy cottage setting with a window seat, 400-thread count linens, a 42-inch LCD-screen TV, refrigerator, Keurig coffee maker and walk-in shower.

Dining at Village Hotel features The Kitchen Cafe, a quick and easy stop for freshly prepared breakfast items and on-the-go lunches and picnics. The Village Social is the hotel’s casual full-service restaurant and bar serving light breakfast, lunch and dinner emphasizing a small plate tasting menu featuring seafood, Biltmore Wines, craft beers and signature cocktails.

Other hotel amenities include:
• Fitness center
• Outdoor pool (open seasonally)
• Access to The Spa at The Inn on Biltmore Estate
• Complimentary wireless internet service
• Complimentary self-parking
• Complimentary estate shuttle service
• 350 square-foot meeting room
• Courtyard with water features and fire pits

Village Hotel stands in an area originally used as a social hub for estate employees who began Biltmore’s tradition of hospitality over a century ago. The current generation of the Vanderbilt-Cecil family has expanded on this idea, developing Antler Hill Village into a place to share their love of food and wine, entertaining, outdoor recreation and agriculture.

Rates at Village Hotel on Biltmore Estate vary depending on season and begin at $129. Reservations may be made by calling 866-851-4668 or visiting www.biltmore.com/stay.

Combine the stunning architecture of Biltmore House against a background of maple, elm and oak trees in the midst of changing seasons, and you have a location like no other to capture photos of western North Carolina’s annual fall leaf show. Biltmore House and its surrounding grounds offer a photographer’s dream setting for getting fall color photos packed with huge “Wow!” factor. Here are some of our favorite photo-opportunity spots at Biltmore. Consider them as you scout locations for album-ready photography:  

The Rooftop of Biltmore House – The Rooftop Tour provides you with a bird’s eye view after a climb up the Observatory’s spiral staircase and onto the balconies and rooftop of the 250-room house. At 70-plus feet above ground, you have a primo spot to snap shots of the statue of Diana across the Vista and the perfect summit from which to spy autumn-hued chrysanthemums sunning in the Walled Garden.  

Top of the Rampe Douce – The Rampe Douce is a wide, graduated stairway zigzagging along a rough-cut limestone wall across the wide front yard from Biltmore House. The Rampe’s location allows for fitting the entire front of the house inside your viewfinder.

Statue of Diana – Beyond the Rampe Douce and up the hill, the statue of Diana stands at the perfect vantage point and elevation for capturing a majestic view of Biltmore House with sky and mountains in the background.  

The South Terrace Tea House – The wide open terrace gives you long-range views of the Blue Ridge Mountains in one direction and the Black Mountains in the other. At its edge perches a limestone teahouse with panoramic views of the deerpark, Lagoon and Mount Pisgah at 5,897 feet, the highest peak in the distance.  

The Loggia – This location is on the back of Biltmore House, accessible on the ground floor right off of the Music Room. The Loggia is an open-air porch with soaring arch ways above an ornate balcony. A favorite of wedding photographers, the Loggia overlooks the deerpark with views of the carriage ride trail across the fields. This setting served as backdrop for many Vanderbilt family photos.

One of the crown jewels of George Vanderbilt’s estate was the expansive property, which lent itself to hours of enjoyment for Vanderbilt, his family and friends. Guests back then explored the estate on foot; on horseback; fished in the Lagoon or tracked wild game on hunting excursions.
Today, guests at Biltmore may enjoy the same thrill of exploring the beauty of the estate’s 8,000 acres of manicured gardens, rolling hills and dense forests. Several options are available.

Bike Rental and Trail Pass: Bring your own bike or rent one to explore miles of trails ranging from easy to difficult.

Carriage Rides: Enjoy a relaxing ride through meadows and woods on a 12-person wagonette or a two-person carriage.

Horseback Rides: Novice and experienced riders alike will enjoy trail rides through peaceful woods and pastures. Guided group and private trail rides are available.

Land Rover Experience Driving School: Tap into your sense of adventure with off-road driving lessons in a Land Rover.  Our experienced instructors offer lessons, trail drive and a full-day experience.

Fly-Fishing School: Plan for a two-hour, half-day, or full-day fly-fishing excursion. Orvis equipment and world-class instruction provided.

River Float Trips:  Float down the peaceful French Broad River and enjoy riverbank wildlife and incredible views of the estate. Guided raft trips and self-guided kayak trips available. Offered April-October.

Sporting Clays: Take your best shot and learn precision shooting techniques from our experience instructors using a Beretta shotgun.

Costs for these activities are in addition to estate admission. More information on pricing is here.

Biltmore’s founder, George Washington Vanderbilt, foresaw great things when he arrived in the mountains of western North Carolina in 1888. Doubtless, he imagined a beautiful future while creating the grand estate for himself and his family, but Vanderbilt probably never dreamed his home would become so important in later years.  

Fast forward more than 100 years, and his descendants also saw great things when they looked into the future of Biltmore. Thanks to the careful direction of George Vanderbilt’s descendants, Biltmore is now a national brand.  

Today, the physical estate is a National Historic Landmark and a thriving tourist destination that welcomes more than 1 million visitors each year. Guests enjoy tours through Biltmore House – America’s largest home – an award-winning winery, a bustling farm, four-star hotel, outdoor center, six restaurants and 13 shops.  

Equally impressive is the network of retailers that sell specially-branded products across the nation. Thanks to the careful management of the Biltmore brand, consumers can bring the gracious spirit of Biltmore into their home through a variety of products ranging from linens and cookware to home building materials.

Staying True to the Vision  

The expansion of Biltmore as national brand and tourist destination dovetails nicely into the company’s mission statement. The mantra of “The preservation of Biltmore Estate as a privately-owned, profitable, working estate” drives every decision made within the company, which is overseen by William (Bill) A.V. Cecil Jr., great-grandson of George Vanderbilt.   The company’s core values of community service, hospitality, integrity, profitability, teamwork, authenticity, quality, and leadership shape the expansion of the brand and provide guidance for the future.

Keeping it in the Family

Biltmore originally began as a home for George Vanderbilt and his family. After his death in 1914, his wife, Edith, managed the estate until her daughter, Cornelia Vanderbilt Cecil, and son-in-law, John Francis Amherst Cecil, took over in the 1920s.  

While Biltmore House officially opened to the public for tours in 1930, Biltmore began its revival as a company in earnest when George Vanderbilt’s grandson, William A.V. Cecil, Sr., left a promising banking career in New York in 1960 to save the family home. A Harvard University graduate, Mr. Cecil personally oversaw all the details concerning the management of the company in the early years.  

As the company grew and time passed, Biltmore welcomed a new generation into its fold. George Vanderbilt’s great-grandson, Bill Cecil, Jr., is now President and CEO of The Biltmore Company. He is also a member of The Biltmore Company Executive Committee and its Board of Directors. His sister, Diana “Dini” Cecil Pickering, serves as Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors, is a member of the company’s Executive Committee, and acts as the Family Office Director and Chairman of Biltmore’s Corporate Philanthropy program.   Understanding the Biltmore Company Under the family’s guidance, the company has grown through the years to incorporate a variety of businesses.

• Biltmore: Defined as the physical 8,000-acre estate located in Asheville, N.C., this incorporates the 250-room Biltmore House filled with George Vanderbilt’s original collection of furnishings, art and antiques. Alongside Biltmore House, the estate encompasses renowned gardens designed by Frederick Law Olmsted, the award-winning Winery and Antler Hill Farm, Outdoor Center, Equestrian Center, restaurants, and event and meeting venues.
• Inn on Biltmore Estate: Located on the estate, the inn opened in 2001 as an extension of Biltmore’s legendary hospitality. The 210-room inn boasts luxurious guest rooms and suites, a full-service restaurant, spa, library, lobby bar, exterior swimming pool  and fitness center. It has received Mobil Travel Guide’s Four-Star rating, Four Diamonds from AAA, and a spot on Conde Nast Traveler’s Gold List for several years running.
• Biltmore Wine Company: George Vanderbilt was known for his love of entertaining and a devotion to agricultural technology. When the Winery and Wine Company began in 1977, it fulfilled what some could call destiny. Today, Biltmore produces award-winning wines using fruit from its 94-acre vineyard and juice from partners across the state and other premium wine-growing regions. Biltmore ranks in the top 1% of the U.S. wine business and produces more than 170,000 cases of wine annually. Guests to the estate can sample Biltmore wine at the Winery, housed in a converted dairy barn. The Winery is America’s most-visited winery.
• Biltmore For Your Home: Launched in 1990, the home products division shares the spirit of the estate through a variety of unique products. More than 12,000 retailers sell Biltmore For Your Home and Biltmore Chateau Reserve products, which are inspired by historical details found in Biltmore House and the surrounding estate. Distribution channels include furniture stores, department stores, custom frame shops, designers and architects, lighting showrooms, floor covering retailers and grocery stores.

Continuing a History of Philanthropy

The past strongly dictates the future at Biltmore, especially when it comes to Biltmore’s philanthropic spirit. George Vanderbilt was known for his generous spirit that benefitted the community. He created job opportunities and apprenticeship programs through Biltmore Estate Industries and donated money for local hospitals, churches and schools. He also championed innovative farming techniques that benefitted the surrounding rural region.  

Today, Biltmore continues the path set forth by George Vanderbilt through a spirit of corporate giving that manifests itself through a scholarship fund for employees’ children, fundraisers for local charities, and donations to organizations in the community.  

The estate continues to embrace innovations and technology that honor Biltmore’s self-sustaining spirit. In 2011, the estate installed a multi-acre solar panel system that generates 20% of Biltmore’s energy needs. Green building practices, water conservation practices, recycling programs and employee-led “green teams” ensure the estate protects and nurtures the land.  

About Biltmore
Located in Asheville, North Carolina, Biltmore was the vision of George W. Vanderbilt.  Designed by Richard Morris Hunt, America’s largest home is a 250-room French Renaissance chateau, exhibiting the Vanderbilt family’s original collection of furnishings, art and antiques.  Biltmore estate encompasses more than 8,000 acres including renowned gardens designed by Frederick Law Olmsted, the father of American landscape architecture.  Today, Biltmore has grown to include Antler Hill Village, which features the award-winning Winery and Antler Hill Farm; the four-star Inn on Biltmore Estate; Equestrian Center; numerous restaurants; event and meeting venues;  and Biltmore For Your Home, the company’s licensed products division.  To learn more about Biltmore, or book a visit to Biltmore, go to www.biltmore.com or call 877-BILTMORE.

When George Vanderbilt made Biltmore his home in 1895, he wanted more than just a personal retreat. After visiting several working estates in Europe, he envisioned creating something similar here in America.   Once Vanderbilt acquired property for his estate, he asked Frederick Law Olmsted for advice. Olmsted was trained in engineering and agriculture and was later recognized as the founding father of American landscape architecture. But to George Vanderbilt, he was simply a friend who would serve as a mentor and the landscape architect for Biltmore.  

The Beginnings of an Agricultural Legacy
Olmsted recommended that Vanderbilt “make a small park into which to look from your house; make a small pleasure ground and garden, farm your river bottom chiefly to keep and fatten live stock with a view to manure; and make the rest a forest, improving the existing woods and planting the old fields.”  

Olmsted’s recommendations, combined with inspiration from his sister’s Shelburne Farms in Vermont, resulted in Biltmore becoming a self-sufficient, working estate. Soon the estate was producing meat, poultry, fruits, and vegetables for use in Biltmore House’s kitchens. By the mid-1890s, the venture had grown to include commercial operations that included Biltmore Farms, Biltmore Dairy, and Biltmore Nursery.  

Sharing through Biltmore’s Market Garden
The estate’s agricultural component was so important that Vanderbilt built a cottage for the “market gardener” who managed the estate’s vegetable gardens and green houses. The cottage was completed in 1896, and is now part of the estate’s overnight accommodations.  

The market garden aspect of Biltmore’s agricultural operations was very valuable because it provided revenue to the estate. Crops grown on the estate during Vanderbilt’s time included Irish potatoes, Queen sweet potatoes, Reedland Early Drumhead cabbage, White Plume celery, Yellow Aberdeen turnips, Cow-horn turnips, Dwarf Yosemite Mammoth bean, Telegraph cucumbers, Long Orange carrots, New Early Hackensack muskmelons, grapes, strawberries, and more.  

Any excess that was not used by the estate was sold to the community or local merchants. During times of an exceptional harvest, the courtyard at the Market Gardener’s Cottage served as a vegetable packing house and wholesale outlet.  

Beginning a New Era
A major flood in 1901 did considerable damage to the cottage and portions of the estate, but Biltmore’s agricultural heritage remained and continued to be a part of its legacy until Vanderbilt’s grandson and heir, William A.V. Cecil, hired agricultural director Ted Katsigianis in 1984. Katsigianis revived the estate’s agricultural component by helping establish purebred sheep and cattle herds and a sizable production garden that benefits estate restaurants.

Guests who visit George Vanderbilt’s historic estate are often carried away by the idea of being a guest at Biltmore House. What was it like to stay in luxury in a 250-room chateau with extravagant meals and decadent wine served at every meal? Imagine waking up each morning with the estate’s rustic beauty outside your window and having your every need attended to. It sounds like a fairy tale, but the dream is a reality when guests reserve a stay at The Inn on Biltmore Estate. This boutique hotel allows guests to experience the same level of hospitality, comfort and relaxed elegance the Vanderbilts offered their family and friends when they lived in Biltmore House.  

The Continuation of a Dream

The Inn on Biltmore Estate, which opened in 2001, honors the essence of Biltmore House with beautiful furnishings; memorable surroundings; and exquisite rooms that overlook the Blue Ridge Mountains and French Broad Valley. Designed by the architectural firm Thompson, Ventulett, Stainback & Associates, Inc., of Atlanta, Ga., The Inn’s development and location was influenced by evidence found in Biltmore’s archives. “We knew that Vanderbilt considered construction of a hotel on the property from a letter in the archives from estate Superintendent Charles McNamee to Mr. Vanderbilt,” said Ellen Rickman, Biltmore Director of Museum and Guest Services.  “In that correspondence, McNamee refers to Vanderbilt’s interest in a hotel, presumably as an extension of the estate.  But when we found the letter dated August 9, 1900, we were quite surprised at the specific reference to the inn being ‘. . . located on a hill . . .’”   The Inn on Biltmore Estate is appropriately situated on the hill above Antler Hill Village and Winery, which provides stunning views of the estate and close proximity to the evening offerings at Antler Hill Village. The estate’s history is always close by with the Lobby’s exhibit case featuring important artifacts such as treasured volumes from Vanderbilt’s book collection.  

Award-Winning Hospitality

During their stay, guests may enjoy all the estate has to offer. Days are spent admiring Biltmore House’s priceless collections, strolling through acres of formal gardens, sampling award-winning wines, and exploring Antler Hill Village. After a busy day on the estate, the inn’s Library beckons and guests often settle into the chairs, drinks in hand, to admire a breathtaking view of Biltmore House’s west facade.   

When guests arrive, Biltmore’s concierge service ensures that every stay is a memorable one. Frequent requests handled by the concierge staff involve reservations for outdoor activities on the estate. Biltmore’s Outdoor Center offers a variety of options for exploring the estate’s rustic side. Offerings available include biking, horseback and carriage rides, guided Segway tours, and river float trips down the French Broad River. Those looking to pick up new skills while on vacation can reserve a spot in the Land Rover Experience Driving School, Orvis-Endorsed Fly-Fishing School, or Sporting Clays program.  

Guests yearning for a more relaxed tempo can lounge and soak in the inn’s unique rimless pool and hot tub. Open seasonally, both boast secluded views of the Blue Ridge Mountains and food and beverage service.  

Additional amenities at the inn include a fitness center offering a variety of weight-training and cardio equipment and in-room movies (available at an additional charge). In addition to popular titles, Biltmore’s in-room movie selection includes a complete collection of all the movies filmed on the estate, such as The Last of the Mohicans and Hannibal. The inn also has a number of banquet rooms and meeting rooms.  

The inn’s reputation as a luxury destination has resulted in Mobil Travel Guide’s Four-Star rating, Four Diamonds from AAA, and a spot on Conde Nast Traveler’s Gold List for several years running.

When George Vanderbilt entertained guests, every detail was carefully planned, including meals. Biltmore’s archives include extensive menu books filled with details about special meals for holidays, celebrations and honored guests.   More than a century later, when guests stay at The Inn on Biltmore Estate, they enjoy gracious hospitality from the inn’s chefs and dining staff. The Inn’s Executive Chef strives to prepare exceptional cuisine worthy of this grand historic estate. Like all of the estate chefs, he uses local and estate-raised ingredients in his menus as a way to showcase the region’s diverse flavors.  Guests at the inn enjoy access to numerous dining venues during their stay:

• The Dining Room at The Inn on Biltmore Estate: This elegant restaurant takes formal dining to a new level with beautiful views of the estate, white tablecloths, fine china and crystal. Breakfast and dinner are served at the restaurant. Breakfast is a hearty buffet that offers a gourmet twist on the classic Southern breakfast. The dinner menu changes seasonally to reflect the harvest of the land. Sample items from the spring menu include Heritage Farms pork chops with lentils, local mustard, and pickled ramp ravigote; Carolina Bison with fennel, chili grilled romaine, and roasted shallot vinaigrette; and Black angus filet mignon with asparagus, spring mushrooms, and smoked blueberry veal jus.
• Library Lounge: Casual dining becomes a sophisticated affair in the elegant setting of The Inn’s Library. Lunch and dinner are served at the Library Lounge. The lunch menu specializes in seasonal salads and hearty sandwiches, while the dinner menu offers a focused tour of regional flavors with a handful of specialties such as North Carolina pork belly with herb-roasted pheasant, crispy brioche, gruyere and blueberry jam.
• Lobby Bar: Attentive bartenders mix guests’ favorites and new creations at The Inn’s full-service bar. Relax at the bar or take your beverage out to the inn’s terrace. Rocking chairs and sweeping views of the French Broad River basin provide a peaceful escape.
• In-Room Dining: World-class dining extends beyond the confines of The Inn’s restaurants to include room service. Guests may order around the clock from a special menu that includes guest favorites and specialties of the house.

A stay at The Inn on Biltmore Estate soothes the soul and rejuvenates the spirit. Inspired by George Vanderbilt’s legendary hospitality and Biltmore House’s gracious accommodations, the inn offers four-star and four-diamond luxury on Vanderbilt’s grand 8,000-acre historic estate.   Rooms and suites at the inn are designed to ensure a memorable stay. Windows open so guests can enjoy panoramic views of the estate and Blue Ridge Mountains, while savoring cool, crisp breezes. Accommodations at the inn include deluxe rooms with standard woodland views of the estate, premiere rooms with a separate bathtub and shower, terrace rooms on the ground level, and balcony rooms that overlook the estate.  

Those looking for more amenities and space can reserve one of the inn’s nine suites.

• Grand luxury suite: The William A.V. Cecil Suite, named after George Vanderbilt’s grandson, is housed in the inn’s sixth floor turret. A wall of windows provides panoramic views of the Biltmore House, the estate’s woodlands and the Blue Ridge Mountains. The 1,400-square-foot suite includes a king-sized bed, spacious living room, dining area, wet bar, pantry and optional connecting room. Amenities include two plasma televisions, jetted tub, separate shower and safe.
• The Edith Wharton and Henry James Suites: Named for the authors who frequently visited the Vanderbilt family and stayed at Biltmore House, these suites entice with spectacular views of the estate’s rustic beauty. Each 1,200-square-foot suite includes a king-sized bed, generous living area, wet bar, and pantry. Amenities include two plasma televisions, jetted tub, separate shower and safe.
• Junior Suites: The Dresser, Sloan, Webb and Pinchot Suites are a nod to some of George Vanderbilt’s dearest connections. These suites are named after George Vanderbilt’s wife Edith Stuyvesant Dresser, his niece Adele Sloane Burden, his sister Lila Vanderbilt Webb, and his friend Gifford Pinchot, who managed Biltmore’s forests and later was elected governor of Pennsylvania. Each 800-square-foot suite includes a king-sized bed and generous living area. Two suites offer optional connecting rooms. Amenities include two plasma televisions, jetted tub, separate shower and safe.
• Estate Suites: These upper-floor suites offer gorgeous pastoral views of the French Broad River Valley. The Sargent Suite takes its name from John Singer Sargent, a close friend of George Vanderbilt who painted several family portraits in Biltmore’s collection. The Burghley Suite honors England’s Lord Burghley, an ancestor of John Cecil, Cornelia Vanderbilt Cecil’s husband. Each 900 square-foot suite includes a king-sized bed, generous living area, over-sized bathroom, and optional connecting rooms. Amenities include two plasma televisions, wet bar with refrigerator, jetted tub, separate shower and safe.
• Reservations for the guest rooms or suites can be made online at biltmore.com or by calling 866-336-1245.