Popular Spotlight Historic Biltmore Forest estate tied to Founding Father lists for $9.75 million From staff reports Jun 4, 2026 Jun 4, 2026 Updated 1 hr ago 0 This Biltmore Forest estate was inspired by George Mason's Gunston Hall. Photo by Ryan Theede Prefer us on Google Learn More Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save From staff reports ASHEVILLE — One of Western North Carolina's most historically significant homes has been listed for sale in Biltmore Forest for $9.75 million.kAmz?@H? 2D Q}6H vF?DE@? w2==Q @C QuC2?<=:? w2==[Q E96 r@=@?:2= #6G:G2= 6DE2E6 2E bac '2?56C3:=E #@25 H2D 4@>A=6E65 :? `hab 2?5 :D =:DE65 @? 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