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Irshgrl31201 - Question about the Biltmore (I think it was your posts I read)

Autumn in NY — Wed, 11 Feb 2015 05:10:24 GMT

Did you go to the Biltmore for the Christmas holiday? I think I read something here about it.

If it was you, can you tell me if you're familiar with the Biltmore Village Inn?

Where did you stay and would you recommend staying in Biltmore Village as opposed to the Grove Park area?

Re: Irshgrl31201 - Question about the Biltmore (I think it was your posts I read)

Irshgrl31201 — Wed, 11 Feb 2015 05:27:27 GMT

Hey Autumn. We do live in NC so we usually go up there and take a tour at Christmas time. It is really pretty with all the lights and decorations but it is great any time of the year.

We have stayed a couple of places when we have gone up there. I have a friend who used to live in Raleigh that now lives there so we have stayed with them a couple of times and that is nice because they really know their way around town and all the good spots.There are a lot of great restaurants there and it is just nice having locals who are familiar with the area so they can narrow it down for you.

We have also stayed at the Grove Park Inn and the Inn on Biltmore Estate. We just were there for NYE. Both are nice but I have to say I really enjoyed the Inn. I think Grove Park Inn is great but even my husband thinks the food and atmosphere isn't as nice as it was a few years ago. It was totally packed when we went last and maybe that is why.

I haven't stayed at the Biltmore Village Inn but I have heard great things about it.

When are you planning on visiting? I think you will really enjoy it. It is so overwhelming to think that actual people lived in this humongous house.

Do you live in NC or are you planning on just making the visit to see Biltmore?

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Irshgrl31201 — Wed, 11 Feb 2015 05:40:00 GMT

I could also give my friend who lives there a call if you are interested in some suggestions of places to stay or places to eat. I used to work with her at a salon here and she still works in esthetics and knows a lot about the hotels, salons and restaurants in that area. She is a real wealth of knowledge regarding Asheville and the goings on there.

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dooBdoo — Wed, 11 Feb 2015 05:58:46 GMT

I lived in the Asheville area for a few years. Absolutely love it there. We went to the Biltmore so many times (particularly at Christmas and in the spring, when their flowers are so glorious) that I could've been a tour guide.

It's been a while, so I can't make specific recommendations but I wanted to mention Asheville always had a number of charming bed and breakfasts. If you like that style, instead of a hotel, that might be fun to check into.

Marp2 would be an excellent resource for information, also.

I hope you enjoy it, Autumn! Can I go with you?

Re: Irshgrl31201 - Question about the Biltmore (I think it was your posts I read)

esmeraldagooch — Wed, 11 Feb 2015 10:24:12 GMT

Have fun. The place is magical.

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Suziepeach — Wed, 11 Feb 2015 16:59:42 GMT

We visited the Biltmore during Christmas, our tour was at dusk & the lighting both in & out were beautiful. Not familiar with staying over as we drove back to Atlanta after.

It's a must place to visit, quite breath taking.

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Photo Donna — Wed, 11 Feb 2015 17:02:20 GMT

There is a great Aloft hotel in the city of Asheville -- walking distance to the art musem, restaurants, shops -- highly recommend!

Of course -- Grove Park Inn is delicious!

Re: Irshgrl31201 - Question about the Biltmore (I think it was your posts I read)

Autumn in NY — Thu, 12 Feb 2015 02:35:31 GMT

Hi ladies.

Thanks for al the info!

The trip isn't planned until Autumn. We will be driving and spending about 4 days in Asheville. We have looked at several travel sites and we're thinking about The Biltmore Village Inn but the Grove Park Inn looked nice, too, as did other inns, hotels and BandB's.

The Biltmore's Christmas decorations go up in November so we were thinking November but we want to be able to see the Autumn leaves and we're not sure if they'll be off the trees in November?

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Qwackertoo — Thu, 12 Feb 2015 20:57:18 GMT

My sister and two aunts from TX are wanting to do a girls weekend trip in May after my son's graduation. Sister will already be here . . . so maybe aunts can fly into Knoxville or Charlotte or whatever is best . . . spend the weekend, drop them back off and head back here for her to fly home. Looks like Village Inn is booked but will look at Grove Park.

I still want to go during the Christmas holidays one year.

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Photo Donna — Thu, 12 Feb 2015 23:21:41 GMT

On 2/11/2015 Autumn in NY said:
Hi ladies.

Thanks for al the info!

The trip isn't planned until Autumn. We will be driving and spending about 4 days in Asheville. We have looked at several travel sites and we're thinking about The Biltmore Village Inn but the Grove Park Inn looked nice, too, as did other inns, hotels and BandB's.

The Biltmore's Christmas decorations go up in November so we were thinking November but we want to be able to see the Autumn leaves and we're not sure if they'll be off the trees in November?

Mid-October should be peak for leaves. I have been in October and in November. By early November, most are gone.

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dooBdoo — Thu, 12 Feb 2015 23:29:10 GMT

On 2/12/2015 Photo Donna said:
On 2/11/2015 Autumn in NY said:
Hi ladies.

Thanks for al the info!

The trip isn't planned until Autumn. We will be driving and spending about 4 days in Asheville. We have looked at several travel sites and we're thinking about The Biltmore Village Inn but the Grove Park Inn looked nice, too, as did other inns, hotels and BandB's.

The Biltmore's Christmas decorations go up in November so we were thinking November but we want to be able to see the Autumn leaves and we're not sure if they'll be off the trees in November?

Mid-October should be peak for leaves. I have been in October and in November. By early November, most are gone.

It also can differ quite a bit depending upon the weather in the preceding months, so it can be iffy as to whether a trip planned well in advance will be able to hit the peak color days. It's certainly a gorgeous place, color or not. I used to drive to work each day on several miles of the Blue Ridge Parkway... what a glorious commute!

Re: Irshgrl31201 - Question about the Biltmore (I think it was your posts I read)

Autumn in NY — Fri, 13 Feb 2015 14:27:29 GMT

On 2/12/2015 dooBdoo said:
On 2/12/2015 Photo Donna said:
On 2/11/2015 Autumn in NY said:
Hi ladies.

Thanks for al the info!

The trip isn't planned until Autumn. We will be driving and spending about 4 days in Asheville. We have looked at several travel sites and we're thinking about The Biltmore Village Inn but the Grove Park Inn looked nice, too, as did other inns, hotels and BandB's.

The Biltmore's Christmas decorations go up in November so we were thinking November but we want to be able to see the Autumn leaves and we're not sure if they'll be off the trees in November?

Mid-October should be peak for leaves. I have been in October and in November. By early November, most are gone.

It also can differ quite a bit depending upon the weather in the preceding months, so it can be iffy as to whether a trip planned well in advance will be able to hit the peak color days. It's certainly a gorgeous place, color or not. I used to drive to work each day on several miles of the Blue Ridge Parkway... what a glorious commute!

Wow, what a beautiful commute you had!

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Autumn in NY — Fri, 13 Feb 2015 14:28:31 GMT

On 2/12/2015 Photo Donna said:
On 2/11/2015 Autumn in NY said:
Hi ladies.

Thanks for al the info!

The trip isn't planned until Autumn. We will be driving and spending about 4 days in Asheville. We have looked at several travel sites and we're thinking about The Biltmore Village Inn but the Grove Park Inn looked nice, too, as did other inns, hotels and BandB's.

The Biltmore's Christmas decorations go up in November so we were thinking November but we want to be able to see the Autumn leaves and we're not sure if they'll be off the trees in November?

Mid-October should be peak for leaves. I have been in October and in November. By early November, most are gone.

That's what I was afraid of. Wanted to combine Autumn leaves with Biltmore Christmas. Either way it will be gorgeous I am sure.

Thanks again!

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Photo Donna — Fri, 13 Feb 2015 14:32:09 GMT

On 2/13/2015 Autumn in NY said:
On 2/12/2015 Photo Donna said:
On 2/11/2015 Autumn in NY said:
Hi ladies.

Thanks for al the info!

The trip isn't planned until Autumn. We will be driving and spending about 4 days in Asheville. We have looked at several travel sites and we're thinking about The Biltmore Village Inn but the Grove Park Inn looked nice, too, as did other inns, hotels and BandB's.

The Biltmore's Christmas decorations go up in November so we were thinking November but we want to be able to see the Autumn leaves and we're not sure if they'll be off the trees in November?

Mid-October should be peak for leaves. I have been in October and in November. By early November, most are gone.

That's what I was afraid of. Wanted to combine Autumn leaves with Biltmore Christmas. Either way it will be gorgeous I am sure.

Thanks again!

Asheville is one of my favorite places to visit! I am lucky enough to go there on business -- I had work in exhibits and would go for the openings. I live south of Atlanta and can usually count on our peak weekend for leaves to be the first weekend in November.

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Qwackertoo — Fri, 13 Feb 2015 17:48:29 GMT

On 2/12/2015 dooBdoo said:
It also can differ quite a bit depending upon the weather in the preceding months, so it can be iffy as to whether a trip planned well in advance will be able to hit the peak color days. It's certainly a gorgeous place, color or not. I used to drive to work each day on several miles of the Blue Ridge Parkway... what a glorious commute!

My in-laws live right off the BRP but up further in VA. IF you know where Mabry Mill and Chateau Morrisette Winery is . . .that is the general vicinity.

BEAUTIFUL.

Maybe one day we'll move there. Not sure I could handle the winters though. I'd have to buy me a little Subaru Forester or Outback for sure!

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dooBdoo — Fri, 13 Feb 2015 18:14:21 GMT

On 2/13/2015 Qwackertoo said:
On 2/12/2015 dooBdoo said:
It also can differ quite a bit depending upon the weather in the preceding months, so it can be iffy as to whether a trip planned well in advance will be able to hit the peak color days. It's certainly a gorgeous place, color or not. I used to drive to work each day on several miles of the Blue Ridge Parkway... what a glorious commute!

My in-laws live right off the BRP but up further in VA. IF you know where Mabry Mill and Chateau Morrisette Winery is . . .that is the general vicinity.

BEAUTIFUL.

Maybe one day we'll move there. Not sure I could handle the winters though. I'd have to buy me a little Subaru Forester or Outback for sure!

Oh, yes! I know the area so well. They do get some wintery weather, depending upon which area you're in. I spent a lot of time on the stretch of the Parkway between Asheville and the Roanoke/Salem area, in both cases we lived just a mile or so from the Parkway itself. I literally said a prayer of gratitude every time I drove to and from work, looking out over the valleys and all the magnificent changes from one season to the next.

Absolutely majestic.

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dooBdoo — Fri, 13 Feb 2015 18:23:58 GMT

On 2/13/2015 Autumn in NY said:
On 2/12/2015 dooBdoo said:
On 2/12/2015 Photo Donna said:
On 2/11/2015 Autumn in NY said:
Hi ladies.

Thanks for al the info!

The trip isn't planned until Autumn. We will be driving and spending about 4 days in Asheville. We have looked at several travel sites and we're thinking about The Biltmore Village Inn but the Grove Park Inn looked nice, too, as did other inns, hotels and BandB's.

The Biltmore's Christmas decorations go up in November so we were thinking November but we want to be able to see the Autumn leaves and we're not sure if they'll be off the trees in November?

Mid-October should be peak for leaves. I have been in October and in November. By early November, most are gone.

It also can differ quite a bit depending upon the weather in the preceding months, so it can be iffy as to whether a trip planned well in advance will be able to hit the peak color days. It's certainly a gorgeous place, color or not. I used to drive to work each day on several miles of the Blue Ridge Parkway... what a glorious commute!

Wow, what a beautiful commute you had!

Yes, indeed! After your "Autumn in NC" I hope you'll let us all know about your adventure.

I think you'll have a wonderful time!

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Qwackertoo — Fri, 13 Feb 2015 18:25:11 GMT

On 2/13/2015 dooBdoo said:
On 2/13/2015 Qwackertoo said:
On 2/12/2015 dooBdoo said:
It also can differ quite a bit depending upon the weather in the preceding months, so it can be iffy as to whether a trip planned well in advance will be able to hit the peak color days. It's certainly a gorgeous place, color or not. I used to drive to work each day on several miles of the Blue Ridge Parkway... what a glorious commute!

My in-laws live right off the BRP but up further in VA. IF you know where Mabry Mill and Chateau Morrisette Winery is . . .that is the general vicinity.

BEAUTIFUL.

Maybe one day we'll move there. Not sure I could handle the winters though. I'd have to buy me a little Subaru Forester or Outback for sure!

Oh, yes! I know the area so well. They do get some wintery weather, depending upon which area you're in. I spent a lot of time on the stretch of the Parkway between Asheville and the Roanoke/Salem area, in both cases we lived just a mile or so from the Parkway itself. I literally said a prayer of gratitude every time I drove to and from work, looking out over the valleys and all the magnificent changes from one season to the next.

Absolutely majestic.

Yep. So beautiful. They are probably less than a mile by way a crow might fly once you leave the pavement of the Parkway.

We don't go for holidays anymore. One year we went for Thanksgiving and right before we got there, I guess at a certain altitude the trees were all iced over and another year we went right after Christmas as we were going to dip down to Research Triangle and get our new Sheltie puppy from the breeder and the road to go there from their house included the route with the lookout point called Lover's Leap . . . I'm sure you are familiar with it . . . and I said NO more in the winter, spring and summer visits ONLY.