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February 18, 2019

A Glimpse at Just a Little Bit More – The Biltmore

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When I visit the Biltmore I always take a lot of photographs.  This last trip was no exception to that and I tried to capture a few pictures of things that may not be photographed as frequently as the beautiful exhibits.

These first pictures were taken in the Winter Garden which is the area that is seen almost immediately when entering the house.  Normally visitors are not allowed to walk through this area but it was open and the traffic flow was routed through the area for this exhibit.  The space is filled with plants and a beautiful fountain.

Looking up treated visitors to a lovely view even with the cloudy rainy day.

Orchids were everywhere and I captured just a few of the gorgeous blooms on display.

Some of the rooms are so beautifully appointed with furnishings.  With so few crowds the day we visited it was easy to get some really great views of some of the areas.

 

I noticed some of the details that I probably have missed on previous visits.  I realized most of these were service related — call buttons, telephones and dumbwaiters.

Finally the tea sets. There are always beautiful tea sets adorning the tables.

If you have been to The Biltmore estate in Asheville please tell me what your favorites are when you visit.  There are so many things, aren’t there?  Hard to pick just one.  Of course the library is my absolute favorite.  Comment for a Cause for PAWS.

 

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  1. dawnkinster
    February 18, 2019 at 06:33 am

    Love Biltmore, have been 3 times. So glad you took pictures from inside the Winter Garden, it’s never been open when I’ve been there. My absolute favorite spot is the back upstairs veranda with the view out over the hills.

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    1. Beth Ann Chiles
      February 18, 2019 at 07:29 am

      I was surprised that we were able to walk through the winter garden as well. The route they had roped off was so different than from any other time I had visited — ended up doing the billiard room at the end instead of the beginning. It was fun to do it in a different order.

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  2. Darlene
    February 18, 2019 at 07:58 am

    This place is gorgeous! I love the dining room especially. Such days of grandeur. The indoor gardens are very special too. Thanks for sharing these pictures.

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    1. Beth Ann Chiles
      February 18, 2019 at 08:04 am

      Days of grandeur is exactly correct. I can not even imagine.

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      1. Darlene
        February 19, 2019 at 06:55 am

        I think most of us nowadays would be quite uncomfortable having dinner at this table. xo

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        1. Beth Ann Chiles
          February 19, 2019 at 07:04 am

          I imagine you are correct about that but it is certainly fun to imagine and admire it. Especially since I do not have to cook a meal to compliment the table!

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  3. Mama's Empty Nest
    February 18, 2019 at 09:04 am

    Love, love, love your photos. I’m so jealous because when we visited the Biltmore a few years ago, taking photos inside was forbidden. I just don’t think I can narrow down what my favorite area is. I loved it all!

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    1. Beth Ann Chiles
      February 19, 2019 at 07:11 am

      They did start allowing non flash photography just a couple years ago. I think with cell phones with cameras it was just too difficult to keep people from taking pictures. It is difficult if there are tons of folks with cameras trying to get the perfect shot but this time with so few folks there it was nice. I do think allowing pics is okay since they are non flash. The lighting is pretty low so you have to edit them later at times but I like being able to have some pictures in my files.

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  4. susi_snaps
    February 18, 2019 at 09:16 am

    I loved the Winter garden when we were there. It’s so pretty. And the table settings are just gorgeous. I enjoy setting a pretty table and love seeing how it’s done “properly”. 🙂

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    1. Beth Ann Chiles
      February 19, 2019 at 07:08 am

      The Winter Garden is beautiful and it was definitely different to be able to walk in it and not around it on this is it. The tables are stunning , aren’t they? Probably a little intimidating for me if I had to actually use all of the utensils!

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  5. Minnesota Prairie Roots
    February 18, 2019 at 10:44 am

    Now you are enticing me to want to tour the Biltmore even more. Oh, how lovely this place of elegance.

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    1. Beth Ann Chiles
      February 19, 2019 at 07:07 am

      It is stunning, isn’t it? I see something new and different every visit.

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  6. Shirley Matthews Dunn
    February 18, 2019 at 12:54 pm

    I love the Biltmore but realize we need to go again and again. You can not possibly see everything on just one trip. Your pictures are wonderful and makes me want to go back and spend more time on details.

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    1. Beth Ann Chiles
      February 19, 2019 at 07:07 am

      Oh you certainly can’t see it all in one visit – that is for sure. Which is why we have a season pass — since we live so close it is our go to place when we want a good meal, a fun outing or a chance to just enjoy the outdoors.

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  7. Jen
    February 18, 2019 at 10:57 pm

    I have never been, but your pictures are so beautiful I feel like I was standing right there! Thanks for sharing!

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    1. Beth Ann Chiles
      February 19, 2019 at 07:05 am

      Thanks, Jen. It is such a great place to visit and obviously we go all of the time and take advantage of our season pass holder status. 🙂

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