The Biltmore Estate is located outside of Asheville, North Carolina. It was built between 1888 and 1895 in a French Renaissance style and is owned by the Vanderbilt family.
At 175,000 square feet and with approximately 250 rooms, it is the largest privately-owned home in the United States. The grounds include a winery, an expansive garden and a hotel.
It 's been opened to the public as a house museum since 1956.
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If there has to be a McDonald's near the Biltmore Estate, at least they had the good taste to keep up the appearances of the neighborhood.
This McDonald's, across the street from the entrance gate and ticket office, has included a baby grand piano, a fireplace and other classy decor. And they've kept their windows free of advertising posters.
Their food prices are the same as at other McDonald's.
Please return to the North Carolina directory to view more of the states' locations including the Outer Banks, Kure Beach and Maggie Valley and the Blue Ridge Parkway.
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