Biltmore Estate at Christmas Is Something Everyone Should Witness in Their Lifetime

To match the massive size of the mansion, a 35-foot Fraser fir is erected by hand. This year, 2,400 people gathered at the Biltmore estate to watch as the crews heaved the toppling tree upright.

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Magnificent rooms are lit by candlelight, casting just the right amount of shadow against the elegant mid-century antiques and tapestries.

The 35-footer isn't the only tree to contend with. In total, there are 106 Christmas trees scattered around the 8,000-acre estate. More than half of them are inside the house, ornate with thousands of glimmering lights and ornaments.

The estate's famous conservatory is appropriately decorated this season with lush and luxurious flora, including poinsettias and white orchids.

At this annual event, guests can eat tea sandwiches while building their own gingerbread houses—with the assistance of Biltmore's pastry chefs of course.

Nothing says Christmas quite like a wine tasting, right?

The abundance of glimmering Christmas trees make the scene a perfect spot to take a memorable photo.

Christmas carolers provide an extra element of holiday spirit.

Now this is a Christmas tree.

We can all take a lesson in decorating with garlands from this magnificent room.

The Biltmore's library is the perfect place to cozy up with a book.