6.9K views · 463 reactions | Biltmore Estate records show that George Vanderbilt paid close attention to every detail of his first Christmas at Biltmore to ensure a memorable holiday experience for his guests: requests were placed for a large Christmas tree in the Banquet Hall; mistletoe and holly were gathered, and hand-made garlands were hung throughout the house. Learn more behind the history of our most magical season: https://bit.ly/3Rad0nw | Biltmore | Facebook