Semi-Retired Engineer
Asheville, NC (Milepost 388) to Spruce Pine, NC (Milepost 324)
We again took the Blue Ridge Parkway. Wow – it was Fog all the way. Dense fog where visibility was down to 30 feet. We drove slowly (following Al and Linda) and made it safely to Bear Den Campground (separate post).
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Sunday, we went to the Omni Grove Park Inn for Sunday Brunch. We arrived an hour early to walk the grounds and take in this amazing hotel. While waiting, we had Bloody Mary’s / Mimosas in the gardens. Fantastic.
Then, it was off to Bruch. We fully enjoyed a farm-to-table artisanal buffet overlooking the majestic Blue Ridge Mountains. Three massive rooms are filled with amazing breakfast options. Here is a link to the Sunday Bruch Menu (Huge).
I cannot remember a time when I was so full. Everything was amazing and I kept going back for more. I literally did not eat again for 24 hours.
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The group went Ziplining at Navitat Adventures.
Wow, we had 3 great zipline runs for a total of 3,600 feet. The middle run was really long at 2,300 feet. An amazing aerial zipline adventure! Side-by-side zips with jaw-dropping speeds and heights make this a thrilling unforgettable experience.
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After the house tour, we had a nice lunch at the Stables Cafe and then toured the extensive gardens and green houses. For dessert, we had fantastic Bon-Bon’s from the confectionary shop.
Next, we split a grilled cheese sandwich at Cedric’s Tavern along with a glass of local beer. We finished the day with a free wine tasting at the Biltmore Winery (bought 3 bottles, so not completely free). We were able to sample 5 wines.
All on all a great / long day. This is a must see in you are in the area.
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On Saturday, the group visited the Biltmore Estate. We enjoyed the very well-done audio tour of the Biltmore House as well as the gardens (separate post).
The house is quite amazing and is said to be America’s Largest Home. The self-guided audio tour spans three floors and the basement of the luxurious family home of George and Edith Vanderbilt. We enjoyed the stories of the Vanderbilt family, their guests, and employees through displays of vintage clothing, accessories, art, furniture, and more.
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