GARDENS
“ Because this year was the 200th anniversary of Olmsted ’ s birth , we thought it was a great time to elevate Olmsted ’ s profile with our guests . It ’ s fascinating to learn that the beautiful landscapes that we enjoy today at Biltmore are what he envisioned in his mind as he was creating his designs for the grounds ,” explains LeeAnn Donnelly , Senior Public Relations Manager , Biltmore .
Preserving the great outdoors contributes to preserving one ’ s well-being . Olmsted ’ s approach that nature , and green , wide-open spaces , are vital to a person ’ s wellbeing plays right into the fact that more than ever , people are getting outside and developing a newfound appreciation for the outdoors . n
ABOUT BILTMORE HOUSE
Biltmore House was designed by architect Richard Morris Hunt and is “ America ’ s Largest Home ” spanning 175,000 square feet , which is more than four acres of floor space . The 250-room French Renaissance chateau includes 35 bedrooms , 43 bathrooms , and 65 fireplaces .
The Biltmore experience has grown to include outdoor adventures ,
Olmsted suggested that Vanderbilt invest in making the land usable and healthy again . This included being able to cut the trees on the estate for timber without destroying the forest . dining , shopping , wine tastings , and accommodations .
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