PART 4 of 5: THE BILTMORE CASTLE SERIES- THE GARDENS

Just like anything else, Mr. Vanderbilt vision for his estate did not stop at the castle. The gardens are another master piece that cannot be ignored. When I toured the gardens in late April, they were not 100% at their peak; however, I was still hoping that I had more time and the day had more hours. So sit back and enjoy the view of what I wish I had in my backyard, smile.

Not only this property is tucked in the middle of spectacular Blue Ridge mountains but the many acres of the estate include multiple gardens and water features to enjoy. 

There is a shrub garden with at least 500 different varieties of shrubs, trees and other plants.
A rose garden, not your everyday roses are there. Every two years they include new varieties and test them for resistance to diseases, bloom length, and fragrance.

The Spring and the Azalea gardens, well, self-explanatory.

Also they have an Italian Garden which I believe was designed for quiet moment where you can see Koi fish and goldfish swimming in quiet pond’s. (We all need that kind of garden in our backyards now, since we are all stressed out, smile). 

There is also a Bass Pond and a Boat House in the property, were the family and guests were fortunate to jump on a rowboat to explore the pond or to fish.

If I can only have a mountain in my backyard…L No, I am not greedy, I just adore nature, don’t you? Smile.