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Exterior
Exterior
Private kitchen
Living area
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
7 bedrooms5+ bathroomsSleeps 20

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Chico, CA
  • Place, California State University-Chico
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Bidwell Mansion State Historic Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, National Yo-Yo Museum
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Chico, CA (CIC-Chico Municipal)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

7 bedrooms (sleeps 20)

Cottage Master Bedroom + Optional Air Mattress

1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Cottage Queen Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Single Sofa Bed

Main Home Downstairs Master + Child Sized Futon

1 King Bed and 1 Child Bed

Main Home Queen Bedroom - Off Hallway

1 Queen Bed

Main Home Queen Bedroom - Off Main Living Room Next to Garage

1 Queen Bed

Main Home Upstairs Family Suite

1 King Bed, 1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Single Bed

Private Detached Bedroom In Backyard

1 Single Bed

5 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Art Studio Bathroom

Toilet

Cottage Bathroom

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Cottage Master Bathroom

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Downstairs Main Home Hall Bath With Jetted Tub

Towels provided · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Downstairs Master Bath

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs Master Bath

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Number of living rooms
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Retreat / Two Homes / Facing Bidwell Park!

Two homes on one property is perfect for groups hoping to enjoy Chico's best location - facing Bidwell Park! You'll have access to two homes and art studio in between. The large home (4bd, 3ba), 3300 sq ft sleeps 12 and has spacious open concept areas for gathering. The small home (3bd, 2ba) is nice for an additional 6-8 guests. Walk across the street to enjoy the park's walking trails or ride bikes (5 adult, 3 kids). Pool table & arcade games too!

(No Animals Permitted including ESA/Service)

Details about the Two Homes

The Big House:

Windows throughout the home will be sure to delight if natural light is your thing! Downstairs living room and kitchen are open concept and wonderful for gathering. Room to spread out, gas fireplace, and OLED HD 72" TV.

The loft upstairs provides a second living room space, still quite connected with the activity below.

Three bedrooms downstairs:
The 1st is a master that includes a king bed, it's own 43" TV, and has a bathroom that has a shower.
The 2nd has a queen bed just a little further down the hall with it's own built in desk work-space.
The 3rd is a spare bedroom off the main living space with a queen bed and a beautiful skylight.

Main hallway bathroom has a large jetted bathtub.

Upstairs is the loft on one side and a large master family suite with a king bed, and also a bunk bed with a trundle roll out to sleep three additional guests. Great for a family wanting one room to share during their stay or multiple friends looking to bunk together. This bedroom also has a bathroom with a shower and a large walk in closet, set up as a kids play space.

The garage has been transformed into a game room with a pool table, foosball, and bikes!

The Small House:

Bright open concept living room, dining and kitchen.

In the house are two bedrooms. ne has a queen bed and its own bathroom. The larger bedroom, also with ensuite bathroom, has a king bed, as well as an extra living space. A queen air mattress and sheets are provided if you want to turn this living space into an additional sleeping option.

In addition, a small detached bedroom is available in the backyard. This would be a spot for extra privacy for one person, or a sweet play space for kids when spending time in the backyard.

This home is listed on its own as Parquet + Hex, if you want to understand which photos are in the smaller home.

The two homes have an art studio situated between them. When you reserve The Retreat, you get access to this wonderful space too! Shelves are stocked with art supplies you are welcome to use, there's natural light in every direction, and the hammock chairs add a touch of whimsy. This space has small, easy to rearrange tables and chairs, plus slider doors that open into the back yard and front driveway, so it's helpful for gathering moments too.

Finally, there is plenty of parking in the large driveway, and Bidwell Park is right outside your door for both homes. When you want to be in the park, it is just a quick walk across the street, and you can enjoy the beautiful creek, lush greenery, walking paths, and shaded picnic areas.

Downtown Chico, Chico State, and Sierra Nevada Brewery are all 10 minutes or less drive.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please turn off all heating and air units in both homes.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
8:30 PM Outdoor Quiet Hours strictly enforced. Help us be respectful of our neighbors!

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4816160vb
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Chico

Chico is home to this holiday home. Bidwell Mansion State Historic Park and National Yo-Yo Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Cinemark Tinseltown Chico 14 and Bowlero Chico. Travelling with kids? Consider Chico Community Labyrinth and Paradise Preforming Art Center. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and rock climbing.
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Chico, CA

What's nearby

  • California State University-Chico - 5 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Bidwell Mansion State Historic Park - 6 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Gateway Science Museum - 6 min drive - 4.3 km
  • National Yo-Yo Museum - 6 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Bowlero Chico - 8 min drive - 7.4 km

Getting around

  • Chico Station - 10 min drive
  • Chico, CA (CIC-Chico Municipal) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Carls - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Chili's Grill & Bar - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Retreat / Two Homes / Facing Bidwell Park! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Retreat / Two Homes / Facing Bidwell Park!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Retreat / Two Homes / Facing Bidwell Park!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Retreat / Two Homes / Facing Bidwell Park!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Retreat / Two Homes / Facing Bidwell Park! located?

This family-friendly Chico holiday home is within 3 mi (5 km) of California State University-Chico, Chico Community Labyrinth and Bidwell Mansion State Historic Park. Gateway Science Museum and National Yo-Yo Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).

About the host

Hosted by Bri Downard

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I am an artist who grew up in Chico, taught art for 12 years, and now enjoy hosting painting parties and setting up homes to be lovely for guests like you! I've made most of the art you see throughout our VRBO properties and I sometimes even get to lead a paint and sip session for guests who want to add that on to their experience in Chico.

I also love to travel with my husband Daniel and our son. We have stayed in so many wonderful homes over the years and the energy and details included by different hosts is always such an inspiration! It's fun that no matter where we go, I always come back with fresh ideas to keep improving this space for our future guests.

Why they chose this property

As a Chico girl, Bidwell Park has been a part of my upbringing. Chicoans just call it "The Park" because it's so big and we all know how wonderful it is. Living on Vallombrosa, which runs along The Park, for two years, meant going for a run or meeting a friend for a walk was just bathed in this extra layer of magic because of how easy it was to pop over to The Park and be immersed in nature! My son's upbringing has had all of this whimsy too: he loves swimming in the creek, we got to ride our bikes to his summer nature camp, and family outings were as simple as throwing together a picnic and walking across the street.

What makes this property unique

This home is flooded with natural light and you can tell that the designers wanted that outside in feeling with the loft, positioning of the windows, and wood throughout. I've enjoyed adding to that vibe with nature inspired paintings, live plants all around, and thoughtful touches to nod to my Chico roots and love of nature. Life alongside Bidwell Park is a treat to experience, however long you can carve out to be here!

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