Christmas at Biltmore 2022: “Countdown to Christmas”

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Christmas at Biltmore in Asheville, NC is a year-round, estate-wide undertaking! We invite you to meet some of the talented teams who plan, design, and install the spectacular estate-wide décor that captures the hearts of millions each year in this short documentary video.
Twelve months of preparation lead to the final moments before the season begins: when our teams band together to raise the 35-foot Banquet Hall Christmas tree and apply the finishing touches to Christmas at Biltmore 2022!
#ChristmasatBiltmore is on display from November 4, 2022, through January 8, 2023. Plan your visit to experience the grandeur of the season: bit.ly/3NxyRlm
Video Chapters:
00:00-01:04 -- Countdown to Christmas at Biltmore
01:05-01:49 -- Our Christmas Traditions
01:50-04:13 -- Planning for this year's Christmas décor
04:13-05:23 -- Raising this year's Banquet Hall tree
05:24-05:53 -- Illuminating Antler Hill Village
05:54-07:11 -- Design intention and maintaining authenticity
07:12-07:49 -- Teamwork behind creating Christmas at Biltmore
08:48-09:15 -- It's time for Christmas at Biltmore!
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About Biltmore: Biltmore Estate is located in Asheville, North Carolina, established in 1895. This National Historic Landmark is privately owned and maintained by George Vanderbilt's descendants and features America's Largest Home, 8,000 acres of renowned gardens and grounds, distinct overnight accommodations, an award-winning winery, numerous restaurants, event and meeting venues, and more.
About Christmas at Biltmore: This time-honored tradition dates back more than 125 years when George Vanderbilt celebrated the first Christmas with family and friends in his new home - Biltmore House in Asheville, North Carolina. Guests are invited every year to enjoy the enchantment of the holidays on the estate, inspired by that first Christmas in Biltmore House. Hundreds of thousands of twinkling lights, fragrant wreaths, fresh greenery, and thousands of glittering ornaments are hung with care. Two experiences are available to enjoy Biltmore during the holiday season - the Christmas at Biltmore daytime experience, and the Candlelight Christmas Evenings experience. The estate is open to guests as part of admission to either Christmas experience, guests staying overnight in one of our properties, and Biltmore Annual Passholders.
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@timmillan6701 Жыл бұрын

The first time that I visited Biltmore was on the first day of completed Christmas decor of that particular year ( early 90’s) I recall somebody saying that it was the busiest single day in the history of house, with a crowd of more than 25,000. We waited in line ( in the snow) for 2 1/4 hours to get in. In true Biltmore fashion, the staff was dispensing free hot cider, and there was live entertainment for us as we waited. It was worth it, and I have been back multiple times in all seasons

@MK-tl1ox 10 ай бұрын

I can’t wait for 2023 Christmas

@pruitthall Жыл бұрын

We have our tix for the evening tour and seldom miss it. I've been going to Biltmore for 50 years now and never, ever tire of the grandeur of the place.

@catherinemelnyk Жыл бұрын

I visited Biltmore in the fall of 1999 and as a Canadian, I will never forget it. As an avid reader I'll never forget the impressive library. I believe the guide said there were 20,000 books in 8 different languages. Such a wonderful place.

@kakylong2 Жыл бұрын

My family & I went at Christmas & the house was simply gorgeous. I would encourage everyone to visit at least 1 time at Christmas. Such a beautiful home. Well done team!

@kathymeares6282 Жыл бұрын

I love Christmas at Biltmore and I would go a million times if I could❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

@zuzannawisniewska4464 Жыл бұрын

It's like me too.

@vickeypierce293 Жыл бұрын

So beautiful!! Will always be a special memory for me going through this majestic home

@bennieshull5555 Жыл бұрын

Absolutely love Biltmore any time of year,but Christmas is simply magical! Connie Shull

@raysummers4284 Жыл бұрын

I work for the Texas Roadhouse in WV, and i was a Corp. Trainer when we opened the Roadhouse not to far from the Biltmore. And a few of us took a tour through the Biltmore. I will never forget it. You have to see it in person. I hope to revisit. Glad to see this video. God Bless you all.

@brentjarrell8695 Жыл бұрын

I’ve visited The Biltmore back in 90’s. It was a neat and awesome experience to see at Christmas time

@smrccsjc Жыл бұрын

Wow! Thanks for sharing. 🙂

@RamonatHOME Жыл бұрын

It is on my bucket list to not only visit some day BUT to work setting up Christmas at the Biltmore!!! Ramon

@lauraharvey7424 Жыл бұрын

It’s so worth taking their narrated tour with a tour guide omg 😱 I was just blown away it was a spur of the moment decision but one of the best I ever made my youngest daughter was 9 years old at the time and still talks about that day. We barely had the gas to get home but it was worth every Penny. I want to go back for Xmas 🎄 one day

@stayinclassy4001 Жыл бұрын

Something tells me that will be a dream that will surely come true one day for you Ramon. 🤗❤️🙏❤️😉 I just hope I will get to see it here when you do.🙏🎄🏘️🎄🙏

@tricia811 Жыл бұрын

Always wanted to go at Christmas!

@commonsense246 Жыл бұрын

This is on my bucket list...have never been, but have heard my Mother's stories and her admonition that I MUST go someday. Love it.

@leegarner4111 Жыл бұрын

Being in the hotel business for over 28 years,we started decorating the friday after thanksgiving,but it was nothing compared to the beautiful Biltmore,great job guys.

@Jeribeams Жыл бұрын

Fantastic! Very lovely! ❤

@ShannonMoody Жыл бұрын

We were there yesterday, it was absolutely beautiful. We had a wonder day at Biltmore and at Antler Hill Village.

@vicb5098 Жыл бұрын

Blessings for a great season this year!

@edwardzarnowski5558 Жыл бұрын

We need a little Christmas now!

@Imeraldgyrl Жыл бұрын

Beautiful an utterly magnificent.

@KindnessMatters-uy8mq Жыл бұрын

So beautiful. You all are wonderful. I hope to experience this beautiful wonderland one day. Only at Christmas of course because it is the most wonderful time of the year. 🌲☃️🌲♥️🌲☃️🌲

@juliekrukemeyer1799 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for making Christmas magical again for me, at 50 years old. I visited with a group of friends this year and I enjoyed everything. It was amazing to just enjoy the season without having to make it happen. Thank you!

@michelemead841 Жыл бұрын

This is beautiful, I remember the first time I saw Biltmore decorated for Christmas it was on what is now HGTV and the poinsettia tree still sticks in my mine I had never seen anything like it before.

@dawnmabe8777 Жыл бұрын

I was there yesterday. Absolutely beautiful!

@kathierogers3208 Жыл бұрын

Very interesting. Hope there are more inside preparations to come. Would enjoy watching more.

@cherylb6755 Жыл бұрын

I LOVE CHRISTMAS AT BILTMORE!! Thank you for putting this video up. It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas.... Every year I do the same thing: I go back and look at all your past Christmas videos. I love them all. I wish there were more, but you do have a beautiful estate to run! ;) If I had a bucket list, which I don't, Christmas at Biltmore would be on the top of that list. Thank you for sharing. May I wish you all the very best Holiday Season, Happy Holidays, Merry Christmas, and a Happy and Successful New Year!

@BillVol Жыл бұрын

Not a big Christmas person. But going here usually gets me somewhat in the spirit of the season. Everything about Biltmore is mind-boggling. We love visiting any time of year. We are in Chattanooga so we can leave the Estate as late as 6 pm or so on the day before we have to go to work and get home at a good hour.

@christaverduren690 Жыл бұрын

Such a happy event to start the season! Bring it!

@waynehall6273 Жыл бұрын

Simply beautiful. Went three days in a row last week and probably still missed some of the details.

@HannahBMann Жыл бұрын

Visited last week and Christmas decor was nearly completed! My husband and I will be stopping by in about a month to see the finished decor by candlelight. I love this year's theme and greatly enjoyed this peek behind the scenes.

@theflowersmith Жыл бұрын

What is this year's theme? I can't seem to find it anywhere. I'm bringing a group Nov. 8th and 9th.

@Biltmore Жыл бұрын

@@theflowersmith This year's “Winter Landscapes” theme brings the outdoors inside and honors Frederick Law Olmsted’s grand achievements. We hope you and your group enjoy your visit! -H

@zuzannawisniewska4464 Жыл бұрын

@@Biltmore thank you for the beautiful inspiring video.

@davidhensley76 Жыл бұрын

I've had the privilege of conducting choir concerts in the Winter Garden. It's a very special time for the performers and audience.

@debrat777 Жыл бұрын

Beautiful!

@denisefarrar826 Жыл бұрын

My husband and I went there years ago and it was quite beautiful; I remember trees looked so very real, but they told us they were imitation.

@dawninthemountains Жыл бұрын

Love the Christmas tradition. Thank you for sharing this.

@Konotopska_Vidmaa Жыл бұрын

Just wanted to bring to your attention that the most traditional Christmas Carol, “Carol of the bells”, is a Ukrainian carol Shchedryk written by Mykola Leontovich.

@ThomasMcL Жыл бұрын

This is amazing! Everything thought through & perfect. It must be such a magical place to stay in 🎄

@Jane-3229 Жыл бұрын

Stunning ♥️♥️♥️ magical ♥️♥️♥️ what a fabulous team to achieve this beauty ♥️♥️♥️

@ec8687 Жыл бұрын

I’m going to see it this year and I can’t wait🎄

@Tiffany-vj1tv Жыл бұрын

Wow absolutely stunning and amazing ❤️🙏Thank you for sharing this!!!!!

@barbarabell1171 Жыл бұрын

It was lovely...i wish I lived close enough to go there.

@lena7119 Жыл бұрын

🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏❤️Thanks!

@rebekkad.2092 Жыл бұрын

This is something everybody needs to see at some point. Merry Christmas from Montana. It's absolutely breathtaking.

@heyheatherangel Жыл бұрын

Absolutely beautiful! Cannot wait to celebrate Christmas at Biltmore. Congratulations to all involved. :)

@terry2588 Жыл бұрын

Hello from New Orleans Beautiful First Class 👏🏽

@bellaannecgoff2335 Жыл бұрын

❤❤❤

@susanm7359 Жыл бұрын

The decorations at this estate are beautiful. I have been here many times, all year long, and it is always lovely... if you have an opportunity, please visit this area. Sue

@jacquelinedimattia774 Жыл бұрын

Wow that's beautiful ❤️

@koryzandadelatorrecruz8556 Жыл бұрын

Lovely😍

@cherylchoisinncheung1090 Жыл бұрын

Wow

@white_clover767 Жыл бұрын

Female Staff memeber: My TEAM have been getting ready for Christmas since last year. We discuss where everyone on the TEAM needs to be. Don Hollaway:The banquet hall is MY responsibility this year. 70 feet, 7 storeys, pretty amazing that I get to decorate it. Female staff member: The WHOLE COMPANY gets involved...lists all the teams Don: Yup but I get to really big room, Im the winner, me. Tells us that his room the the most important...so amazing, big room, huge Female staff: We think about our visitors, our staff are amazing Don: Sometimes things don't work out my way...then i get sad and mad... Female staff: We're focused on maintaining the historical authenticity, we are all involved, even small unrelated jobs Don: Yup...I got the big room, just remember that everyone..me...alone... Female staff member: Lots of little mice, guests are the focus, creating a sense of magic Don: Can someone get me a trophy over here?

@PenelopeGT Жыл бұрын

Where's the pool & the red shoes ?

@nitamihlfeld9845 Жыл бұрын

Do any of the relatives of the Vanderbilts visit?

@plantmandanreimer5570 Жыл бұрын

if you could include the story of someone coming back home to help with this and meeting someone involved who is a single parent, and then one them learns to love Christmas again... would make a great Biltmore Christmas movie ;)....

@brucecampbell4528 Жыл бұрын

Sadly it use to be a family like business and feel like a big family, sadly that time has passed.

@Biltmore Жыл бұрын

Hi Bruce, We are happy to clarify that Biltmore is still family owned and operated. You can learn more about Biltmore at biltmore.com. Thank you!

@brucecampbell4528 Жыл бұрын

@@Biltmore All I meant was the company use to feel like a family, and I will clarify that comment. That time unfortunately has passed.

@jrpacer6355 Жыл бұрын

I dont want to sound stupid but ...Where is this estate

@eileenwilkerson7273 Жыл бұрын

Ashville, NC. It is something to experience!

@jrpacer6355 Жыл бұрын

Thank you do they give tours ?

@eileenwilkerson7273 Жыл бұрын

Absolutely gives tours of house as well winery, etc. Well worth the time and expenses.

@fionaokeefe1906 Жыл бұрын

Who owned the Biltmore was it the Vanderbilts? Or am I getting it twisted? Vanderbilts that’s Anderson Cooper’s family! His mom was Gloria Vanderbilt! So does Anderson stop by to see everything and who now owns his family home?

@brucecampbell4528 Жыл бұрын

It was a Vanderbilt by the name of George Vanderbilt, his family got famous in railroads and shipping. They are related to Anderson Cooper and Gloria. Currently it's owned by a family by the name of Cecil.

@SARDOG Жыл бұрын

Well, that was disappointing. Thought this was going to be like an hour or so.

@marlenalinne6100 Жыл бұрын

Michael Pait. The length of the video is shown along the bottom if you just tap anywhere on the screen. In addition, there's a timeline in the description explaining what's going on during the video.