One of the crown jewels of Asheville, Biltmore Estate seamlessly chronicles the legendary lineage of the Vanderbilts. Nestled in the sprawling Blue Ridge Mountains, the house was built between 1889 and 1895 by architect Richard Morris Hunt as the summer estate of George Washington Vanderbilt II. At its heart is the Biltmore House, a four-story mansion inspired by the Châteauesque architectural style in France and England. With 250 rooms encompassing 8000 acres (3237 hectares), it is one of the biggest private homes in the country. Replete with furniture, artwork, and antiques that exude grandeur, the house shelters an array of opulent spaces like the enormous Banquet Hall and George Vanderbilt's master bedroom. Complete with carved paneling, gilded ornamentation, and intricate ceiling work, this grandiose house is the epitome of elegance. Fronting the house are the marvelous gardens which have been modeled on Victorian landscaping principles, complete with delightful foliage and blooming colorful flowers. Designated a National Historic Landmark, the house also harbors restaurants, shops, an inn, and a gorgeous winery and a rooftop that affords breathtaking views of its surrounding environs.
Open year-round and located in downtown Asheville, the Smith-McDowell house has a reputation for being the oldest brick residence in Asheville. This beautiful Victorian home, built around 1840, has been restored and awaits your visit. Three storeys of interesting history, architecture and items from the past will keep you mesmerized and give you a glimpse into the past.
Opened in 1915, Asheville Masonic Temple is set in the city of Asheville. This historic venue is ideal for private and corporate events like weddings, celebrations, conferences and more. It even features a theater that can accommodate hundreds of guests. Events like musicals, plays, concerts and lectures can be held here. They also offer catering services for various events.
Parkway Crossing is only 6 miles from downtown Asheville, 3 miles from the Asheville Mall, and only minutes from restaurants, Blue Ridge Parkway and golf course.
