Our travel to Asheville, North Carolina took us through Cherokee Village and Maggie Valley. Both places were nestled in the mountains and had pretty vistas. We did not linger in either place as we wanted to hurry on to The Biltmore Estate.
View of river in Cherokee Village Danny with a carved bear in Cherokee Village

Cherokee Village, North Carolina

Scenery between Maggie Valley and Cherokee Village

Just had to have this pic!

View of Maggie Valley
We arrived at The Biltmore and spent all afternoon touring it an being amazed at it grandeur! It is truly amazing that one man's wealth could construct such a beautiful palace and gardens. We ended the day by touring the winery! We had been on our feet for 8 hours and were definitely tired but content.

Biltmore Estates

Danny on the veranda of the Biltmore

Here we are at the Biltmore Estate

Danny enjoying some Biltmore's ice cream from its dairy.

Beautiful bridge and lake in the Biltmore garden

The grounds surrounding Biltmore were lush and beautiful.

Gorgeous hydrangeas in the greenhouse.

The gardener's cottage on the Biltmore grounds.

A touring car on display at the winery

Wine vats at the Biltmore Winery