Biltmore Blooms - Beautiful Gardens in America
If you've never been to The Biltmore Estate in Asheville, North Carolina, it is one of the most magnificent homes you'll ever have the chance to see in America. The largest private home in the USA was built by the Vanderbilt family in the late 1800's. With over 8,000 acres nestled in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains, and 250 rooms, the estate draws crowds from around the world to its Chateau, winery, and colorful gardens. With each Spring rise tens of thousands of flowers throughout the grounds, inspiring what has famously come to be named the Biltmore Blooms.
Biltmore Blooms is a wonderful way to celebrate the season, and all the vivid, fresh and natural colors of the spring. As April draws near, more than 130,000 flowers will bloom at Biltmore, including fragrant orchids, daffodils, tulips, roses and more. On weekday mornings, experts will give "Orchid Talks" in The Conservatory, while the winery offers daily tastings of the limited release spring wine. For children, there will be baby goats, chicks and bunnies at Antler Hill Farm. And Antler Hill Village will have live music on Saturdays and Sundays. Biltmore Blooms runs from March 19 through May 27, 2016.
With its vibrant seasons, Asheville is a perfect place for gardens. The air is crisp, the earth is rich, and there is plenty of mountain water. Besides being a pleasant hobby, there are many health and mental benefits to gardening, relieving stress and giving you some healthy exercise. Some of the best places to live in Asheville offer custom homes with lots of outdoor space for your own private gardens.
And perhaps thanks to The Biltmore Estate, Asheville has master planned communities with Chateau-style homes. Of course they are not as big as Biltmore, yet they are considered among the best places to live in Asheville. Two neighborhoods where you'll find homes by the top custom home builders in Asheville NC are The Ramble and Biltmore Lake, each with a incredible curb appeal and wonderful amenities.
BILTMORE LAKE
Considered among the best places to live in Asheville, Biltmore Lake is something of a nature lovers's dream. Here you'll find 1000+ acres of shimmering lakefront properties, with miles of nature trails and designated campsites. The community offers boating and swimming on the lake, tennis and basketball courts, and a clubhouse featuring stunning views of the surrounding Blue Ridge Mountains. Homes here are built by the best custom home builders in Asheville NC, with an interesting mix of modern and old world architecture.
As for gardens, there is a wealth of open, natural spaces throughout Biltmore Lake, and plenty of land for every home to have its very own garden.
THE RAMBLE BILTMORE FOREST
The Ramble is another place for reveling in nature, where all around are mountains and a lush and vibrant forest. With more than 1,000 private acres, the neighborhood provides a safe, tranquil, beautiful area to explore, play and unwind. Unique features here include several parks, Dingle Creek, and an extensive trail system, great for walking, jogging, biking, and exploring the outdoors. At The Living Well Center, residents enjoy a heated saline pool, fitness center, yoga studio, and an outdoor barbecue that you can use with friends and family.
And perhaps best of all, homes at The Ramble Biltmore Forest offer ample acreage to make the garden of your dreams.
Spring is the perfect time of year to visit North Carolina and explore homes by the best custom home builders in Asheville NC. While in town, you should definitely pay a visit to The Vanderbilt Estate, and see the colors of the spring during Biltmore Blooms.
