
The Biltmore Estate, Asheville’s crown jewel, marks the gateway to south Asheville, home to many of the city’s corporate neighbors, private schools, and the understatedly elegant Biltmore Forest community. Here, young professionals and trendy singles like the apartment and townhome living options, while families with children explore the early 20th century homes tucked away on side streets. The array of places to eat, play and work doesn’t hurt: you’ll find a wide range of options, from Ruth Chris Steakhouse, delicious International fare, chain restaurants, and the area’s best consignment and specialty shops. South Asheville is convenient to the interstates and the Asheville Regional Airport; Highway 25 leads to Hendersonville.