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Experience the enchantment of gingerbread.
Contestants from across the country will bring their culinary masterpieces to The Grove Park Inn this holiday season. Delight in the imagination shown in these sugar-and-spice creations, strolling through the competition display is a sure way to be swept up in the holiday spirit.
The 2009 National Gingerbread House Competition™ will take place on Nov. 16, 2009 and the gingerbread houses will be on display from Nov. 18, 2009-Jan. 3, 2010.
For more information on our National Gingerbread House Competition™, please call our Gingerbread Hotline at 1-800-413-5778.
Download Gingerbread Competition & Display Schedule
Download Gingerbread Competition Entry Form
Viewing is Nov. 18 - Jan. 3, 2010
Community Viewing is Monday-Thursday only.
Resort Guests may view the display at anytime.
Valet parking is available at $10 a vehicle.
Groups traveling by any vehicle that is more than 15 passengers in size must make parking reservations prior to arrival. Please note that these groups must have dining or lodging reservations. For additional information please call 1-800-438-0050, ext. 1281.
"Stories of Gingerbread" Guided Tours
Go behind the scenes and to the front of the lines with our newest addition to the world of gingerbread! Guides will share stories about the artists and their houses, details about the construction of unusual entries, and a behind-the-scenes look at the workings of the judging, competition and display itself.
These specialty tours are available Monday-Saturday throughout the display period. $10 Adults; $5 Children (12 & under).
For more information or to reserve a tour space,
please call 800-438-0050, ext. #4094.
Dec 6 – 30, 2009
Experience the enchantment of gingerbread.
Celebrate the National Gingerbread House Competition™ with a mid-week stay at our historic resort. Our Gingerbread is in the Air package includes accommodations and breakfast, either in the privacy of your room or our Blue Ridge Dining Room. Each year, gingerbread artists from around the country, both young and “not-so-young”, take part in our annual competition. With these fanciful entries on display throughout the resort, you’ll enjoy the sweet smell of this holiday treat wherever you go.
Package includes:
- One night property view accommodations
- Breakfast, your choice of the Blue Ridge Dining Room’s lavish buffet or In Room Dining, per adult
Package prices range from $179 - $289*
You may book this package online by pressing the “Check Dates” button, or call (800) 438-5800 to speak to a reservations specialist.
*Offer valid 12/06/09 – 12/30/09, Sunday - Thursday Only. Subject to availability. Pricing based on double occupancy and varies according to availability. Package price does not include state and local taxes. Some restrictions apply. Packages do not include alcoholic beverages unless stated.
Holiday Magic
Nov 8 - Dec 30, 2009
Bask in our warm holiday traditions.
Giant nutcrackers stand sentinel, fireplaces crackle, lights sparkle and hallways lined with more than 25 uniquely decorated trees enchant as our historic Inn is garlanded for the holiday season. Our famous display of gingerbread houses is not to be missed — attracting visitors young and old. A classic holiday getaway!
Package includes:
- Two night’s accommodations (minimum)
- Breakfast, your choice of the Blue Ridge Dining Room’s lavish buffet or In Room Dining, per adult
- Daytime admittance to the Biltmore Estate, per adult
- Holiday keepsake snow globe
Package prices starts at $497*
Extra nights available at a great rate!
Please call (800) 438-5800 to book your reservation. Please reserve now, this special package has very limited availability.
*Offer valid Select Sundays tnrough Thursdays between Nov 8, 2009 and Dec 30, 2009. Some Restrictions apply. Limited availability. Rates Subject to Change. Pricing based on double occupancy. Package price does not include state and local taxes. Some restrictions apply. Packages do not include alcoholic beverages unless stated.
