On November 14, 1862, William Henry Vanderbilt and Maria Louisa Vanderbilt welcomed their youngest son, George Washington Vanderbilt III, into the world at their family home near New Dorp on Staten Island, NY. Quiet and intellectual, George had been greatly influenced by his father's cultural interests and even started his own collection of fine art and books at an early age. | Biltmore

Why did George Vanderbilt choose Asheville, NC, as the location for Biltmore? 🏰 One of the main reasons was the refreshing mountain air and the natural beauty of the area. From touring the cool indoors of our Gilded Age mansion, biking along shady trails, and more, we invite you to explore the great indoors and outdoors of our Blue Ridge oasis this summer with an adventure of your choosing! For more: https://bit.ly/4n0fWB3 | Biltmore