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The Biltmore Estate

A French Renaissance-inspired chateau; with over 250 rooms, it is the largest single family home in the U.S. and the largest privately-owned house in the world, just a few minutes outside the city and should be on any visitor's itinerary. Basic admission includes access to the fabulous gardens, stables, expansive hiking trails, winery and self-guided house tour.

Address: 1 Approach Rd
Price: Adults $76-96, youth price half-admission, children 9 and under are free
Website: biltmore.com (opens in a new tab)

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