Biltmore Estate, the largest home in the US, has suffered “significant flooding and damage,” according to Helene

The Biltmore Estate, America's largest home, has released a statement addressing the extensive damage caused by Hurricane Helene, which wreaked havoc in Asheville and the surrounding region.

“We are deeply grateful for the outpouring of concern for our region as communities face the consequences of this storm,” the property said in its statement, citing the damage that struck the 8,000-acre property.

While the Biltmore House itself, as well as the conservatory, winery and hotels, “suffered minimal or no damage from the storm,” other areas of the property were not so lucky.

“There is significant wind damage to properties and some structures in wooded areas that make up a large portion of the property,” the statement said.

Emergency services are currently working to clear the streets and assess the overall damage.

There was “significant flooding and damage to structures” at the entrance to the property in Biltmore Village, as well as “other low-lying areas” such as the farm, the statement said.

Built in the late 19th century by George Washington Vanderbilt II, the architectural marvel spans a stunning 175,000 square feet and features 250 rooms, including 35 bedrooms, 43 bathrooms and 65 fireplaces.

It is one of North Carolina's most visited tourist attractions, attracting over 1.4 million visitors annually.

With its extensive gardens, wooded grounds, and world-class winery, the property serves as a cornerstone of tourism in the region.

Unfortunately, the storm also affected some of the property's animals. “Unfortunately, we lost some of our animals during the storm, but the vast majority are safe and being disposed of thanks to our dedicated farming and equestrian teams,” the statement continued.

The property remains closed as damage assessment and repairs continue. The tentative reopening date is at least October 15th.

Hurricane Helene, one of the strongest storms to hit the Southeast in recent memory, left a trail of destruction in Asheville and surrounding areas. Biltmore Village, a busy tourist center at the entrance to the property, experienced severe flooding, damaging homes and businesses alike.

Because of its tremendous importance to the local economy, the closure of Biltmore is expected to have far-reaching impacts throughout the region.

Marissa Jamison, senior public relations manager at Biltmore, reiterated the property's gratitude for the public's concern but called for attention to be focused on the broader region.

“We ask the public to focus on our deeply devastated community and region during this time and to contribute to the relief effort if they have the means to do so,” she said in a statement to The Post.

As the property and community at large work toward recovery, staff at the property expressed hope for a speedy recovery.

“Like all of our neighbors who have experienced the impact of Helene, we are working on our plans for a rapid recovery and look forward to welcoming our guests to this region as soon as it is safe to do so.”