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Parkside Cottage on Bidwell Park! Enjoy the trails and perfect location to all!

Vacation home in Chico

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Dining
Microwave, cookware/dishes/utensils
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Children's area
In the heart of Chico, this charming cottage offers a serene retreat with driveway parking and an enclosed back patio. Unwind in your private space, equipped with a full kitchen, split system heat and AC, 2 TVs with popular streaming services. Explore Bidwell Park's scenic trails on the provided beach cruisers or stroll through Downtown Chico just minutes away.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Parkside Cottage on Bidwell Park! Enjoy the trails and perfect location to all!

Park living at your doorstep! This updated 500 sq ft Cottage offers the ideal central location on Bidwell Park yet just minutes from Downtown Chico via bike or car. Shopping, restaurants and basically anywhere you are going is 10 minutes or less from the cottages location. This private cottage allows a relaxing space with driveway parking, enclosed back patio, split system heat and AC,. full kitchen with all you should need (ask us if not and we will hook you up), 2 TV's that have MAX, Disney plus, Paramount, and Prime, large walk in closet and more! As for us, we are in the 3 story home next door and will rarely see you due to how we set up the cottage and our other vacation rental on the other side. We respect your privacy yet are here for anything if needed. We have provided our top suggestions in our guidebook from everything including coffee and dining, to sightseeing and shopping. Experience Chico like a local with a pair of beach cruisers, included with your stay that our located behind the Treehouse unit over the garage.
Bidwell Park is Chico’s jewel! With the park as your backyard, you will be immediately transferred to another world as you step into it. With huge sycamore and oak trees surrounding you to the year round creek full of swimming holes, you feel free and away from it all. You will see why The adventures of Robin Hood (1938)used Bidwell Park to film its Sherwood Forest scenes and General John Bidwell decided to make the region home.
We offer an amazing location on Bidwell Park with 2 complimentary beach cruisers that gives you quick access to Downtown Chico (6 minutes), One Mile Pool (3 minutes), the Chico Mall (5 minutes), 5 Mile Pool ( 7 minutes), and Upper Park (15 minutes) . City bus stop only 50 yards from house. Access to dozens of walking paths in lower Bidwell Park.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

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  • Parking available
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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 23

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Please let us know the type and how many please

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Private On Bidwell Park Chico
Private Home on Bidwell Park Close to Downtown! Chico

About the neighborhood

Map
Chico, CA

What's nearby

  • California State University-Chico - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Bidwell Mansion State Historic Park - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Gateway Science Museum - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • National Yo-Yo Museum - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Rolling Hill Casino - 33 min drive - 35.9 miles

Getting around

  • Chico Station - 7 min drive
  • Chico, CA (CIC-Chico Municipal) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Carls - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Chili's Grill & Bar - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Parkside Cottage on Bidwell Park! Enjoy the trails and perfect location to all! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Parkside Cottage on Bidwell Park! Enjoy the trails and perfect location to all!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Parkside Cottage on Bidwell Park! Enjoy the trails and perfect location to all!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Parkside Cottage on Bidwell Park! Enjoy the trails and perfect location to all! located?

Situated in Chico, this vacation home is within 2 mi (3 km) of California State University-Chico, National Yo-Yo Museum, and Gateway Science Museum. Bidwell Mansion State Historic Park and SacValley MedShare are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Parkside Cottage on Bidwell Park! Enjoy the trails and perfect location to all! Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 59 out of 74 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 74 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 74 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 74 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 74 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Maryjo H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

nice little guest house, all the little extras, right on the bike path at Bidwell Park
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vicki B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect stay

This property is a great find!! 2nd time coming back-great location by the creek! We will def be back again-thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location and well appointed

The little house is in a perfect location. We hit the walking trail first thing in the morning, which was lovely. The house itself has everything you could need. The bed was very comfortable and we had a peaceful night's sleep. We would definitely stay again if ever in the area. The owners are very friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nostalgic getaway in Chico

Absolutely outstanding! I will be back! Super dog friendly too! And private, quiet! Park is steps away!! I went to Chico 50 yrs ago and Bidwell Park never ages!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Berta R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice and quiet

Loved the location. So very convenient to a really special park and very private. Close to town and lots of restaurants. Perfect for a couple.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice place close to park

Had a nice stay of almost 2 weeks. Bidwell park right behind the property is nice. Clean and quiet. Shower a bit on the small side but does rhe job. Had a great stay
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

jeff f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean cozy good location adjacent to Bidwell

Cozy cottage next to park. Convenient location. Nice host.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome cottage

This was a great little cottage. Well-appointed kitchen, comfortable bed, great location, dog friendly. This would be a perfect place for parents to stay while visiting their college students in Chico.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vicki B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely home

We had a wonderful stay at this perfectly located property. Right next to Bidwell park walking trail and river-easy in and out with driveway! Close to Chico State where we visited for family weekend-we will stay again!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lori M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great little house

Our second time staying here to visit family. House is always very clean and well stocked. Cozy little house.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

j.sparks

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Chico little house

It was prettier than the vrbo pictures. So nice inside. A very short walk to the park & creek. Owner very nice..
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quaint quite close to everything

First time visiting Chico, California, the rental was described perfectly in the ad. Everything was there. It was cozy, comfortable clean, and would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shanon

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
I will definitely be returning! I felt safe, everything is within walking and or driving distance. Area is quiet. Very cute and clean!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Corby S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Creek

This place is exactly what it promises: available host when needed with a good sense of humor, downtown Chico very close, but the best is the access (behind the house!) to Chico Creek with walk and bike way for miles. Nice neighborhood and nice people all around! We will definitely stay here again when and if we return!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Ian P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Always Great

This is our 3rd year in a row staying at this property and we will stay there again next year. That alone should tell you all you need to know about the property, the owner, the property manager and the quality of this particular VRBO!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Perry A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nine little 1-bedroom

Great place for 1 person or a couple. Very clean, with a remodeled kitchen. Enjoyed my time here very much. Thanks Paul and Britt!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Nicole j.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Handy house

This home was clean and perfect for a couple . It was super clean and you can access the whole town easily. Driving or biking ..
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great getaway

Clean, easy access to park for walking and biking. Easy access to freeway and college. Loved to be able to sit outside with coffee and have a private drive for car
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute little place right off lower Bidwell park. It was right off highway 99 but it was not loud or obnoxious and surprisingly quite 95% of the time. I appreciated the small turffed shaded areas for the dogs, especially since I didn't want to walk them on the 100 degree days on the cement. It has an amazing location and is the perfect place for a single gal with 2 dogs to take refuge from the chaos of graduation weekend. The only negative (which was more a personal preference than a huge downside), was the shower. It was a standing shower but the dual shower head had too much pressure for the small holes the water came out, felt more like little needles than a relaxing shower. Would definitely recommend and stay again as long as they will have us!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Sharon L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was extremely small. Backyard was dirty and not suitable for outdoor use. The second bed was a loveseat that was not appropriate for an adult. Sleep on. Owner did not provide access code. It was a hassle.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Providence I., Paradise, CA, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Such a tasteful little cottage!

I ended up double-booked because of scheduling conflicts but I was able to walk through this vrbo and absolutely adore it! The location is great. Access to the freeway is close by; but it's tucked away in a peaceful neighborhood. The interior was clean, the design was stylish, and uncluttered, and the private driveway is a huge bonus. The host was gracious and communicative. 5/5, I will be booking again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Wendy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute house on the edge of the Park

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this small cottage. It was perfect for the two of us. It backs up onto Bidwell Park which is a great place to walk and enjoy some outdoor time. The house is very clean and has everything you could possibly want for your stay, We appreciated the coffee beans and the French press. The only thing we could have asked for was a better shower head for the small shower, but it was still quite ok. We would definitly recommend this place in Chico.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

michael s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

excellent

we have stayed here before, and just love this house.the manager was so nice and easy to contact.wouls recommend staying here. we will be back again. mike
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Kay S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Was fine for our stay.

Nice area for our dog in back. Bed too noisy. Not familiar with the TV but had books with us. The shower was really small.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ian P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

3rd times a charm

This was our 2nd stay in this property and it once again didn’t disappoint. Charming, clean, cozy, comfortable, excellent location, close to everything including the freeway which you cannot really hear from this rental. The communication with the owner was effortless and prompt … once again, we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. See ya next year and know that the 3rd time will be a charm too.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023