Receive expert advice from Biltmore Estate’s professional instructors daily.  A reservation is recommended.  You will learn the essentials of casting and fly-tying and then be able to test your new skills from the shores or on a boat at the Lagoon.  The lessons are taught by world-class N.L. Wilson instructors with all the equipment provided at a cost of $100 for one person per instructor, and $150 for two people per instructor.  These fees are in addition to the estate admission.  A North Carolina fishing license is not required.

The Biltmore Estate Company offers bike rental daily from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.   The rental fee includes bicycle, an estate bike pass, helmet, trail map and basic instruction.  Guests of bike rentals are required to check in at the Explore Biltmore Outdoor Center.  The rental cost is $10 for one hour, $20 for half-day (up to 4 hours) and $40 for a full day (up to 8 hours).  These prices are in addition to the initial estate admission fee.

The carriage rides at Biltmore Estate are held daily.  It is suggest you arrange for a reservation ahead of time.  The rides consist of a journey through the estate for 45 minutes on a six or twelve-person carriage.  During your carriage ride there is opportunity to enjoy extraordinary views of the grounds.  Cost per person is $35 in addition to the estate admission.  One child 5 years and younger can ride free per one paying adult.

The Biltmore house covers 4 acres, which totals 175,000 square feet and consists of 250 rooms that include 35 guest and family rooms, 43 bathrooms, 65 fireplaces and three kitchens.  Noone has lived in the Biltmore house since the 1950s.  Guests and/or visitors to the Biltmore Estate cannot stay in the house.  However, you can enjoy a stay at the Vanderbilt-inspired hospitality at the Inn on Biltmore Estate.

The Biltmore House is like exploring a real-life castle!  The house atmosphere is one of a relaxed elegance.  George and Edith Vanderbilt’s 250-room family home and country retreat in Asheville, North Carolina provides a fun and educational trip for the entire family on weekdays, a weekend or just on Saturday.