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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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Dates

October 2025

November 2025

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

Air conditioning

Explore the area

Chico, CA

Place, California State University-Chico
‪3 min drive‬
Place, Bidwell Mansion State Historic Park
‪3 min drive‬
Place, Bidwell-Sacramento River State Park
‪23 min drive‬
Airport, Chico, CA (CIC-Chico Municipal)
‪10 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Chico

This vacation home places you within 2 miles (3 km) of California State University-Chico and National Yo-Yo Museum. The vacation home includes a microwave and a TV.

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What's nearby

California State University-Chico - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
Bidwell Mansion State Historic Park - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
National Yo-Yo Museum - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
Sacramento River - 17 min drive - 9.7 miles
Bidwell-Sacramento River State Park - 23 min drive - 9.3 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

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.

The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a separate bedroom. The vacation home also includes a microwave.

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Air conditioning
Microwave

$165 nightly

Oct 28 - Oct 29

Total with taxes and fees

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

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

This property welcomes pets
Dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply
For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Service animals exempt from fees
Note from host: Please let us know the type and how many please

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

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

Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 23

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

Private On Bidwell Park Chico

Private Home on Bidwell Park Close to Downtown! Chico

Frequently asked questions

What can I see within easy reach of this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Chico, close to Bidwell Mansion State Historic Park, National Yo-Yo Museum, and Gateway Science Museum. You'll also find Cinemark Tinseltown Chico 14 and Bowlero Chico within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at this vacation home?

No, there isn't parking available at the vacation home.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Are there hot tubs at Parkside Cottage on Bidwell Park! Enjoy the trails and perfect location to all!?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.

Where is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Chico, CA (CIC-Chico Municipal), which is 5.7 mi away (17 minutes by car). Another top airport is Willows, CA (WLW-Willows-Glenn County), which is around 25.9 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Parkside Cottage on Bidwell Park! Enjoy the trails and perfect location to all!?

No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at Parkside Cottage on Bidwell Park! Enjoy the trails and perfect location to all!.

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

9.6

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

8/10 Good

Marilyn S.

Oct 7, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Short walk to river and biking trails. Pet friendly. Would have liked old towel for dog after river swim. Everything we needed was provided.

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Sharon L.

Jun 18, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

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

Ashley M.

Jun 14, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

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

8/10 Good

Molly M.

Adequate

I will start by saying the owner was very kind and communicative - which we appreciated. And on the positive side it was very clean. That said, this property is not set up for three guests. The fold out love seat futon is not fit for an adult to sleep on. The shower is very very small. Also, while not controlled by the owner; we were without electricity both nights from 8:30 pm for 60 to 120 minutes making it a challenge to get to bed at a decent temperature and hour. While the owner said it was unusual, the rechargeable camping lantern in the middle of the dining room table should have been a clue. So a real mixed experience when our primary need was a comfy place to sleep and shower.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Ian P.

Aug 25, 2024

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

Richard C.

Aug 10, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

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

Shanon

Liked: Cleanliness

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

8/10 Good

Jeff S., Chico

Apr 17, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Very convenient location. Everything you need, nothing you don't.

All the essentials are covered. Perfect for a business trip, or a short visit. Not exactly a vacation rental. The shower is pretty small and the bed is super creaky! Would be nice if there was a washer/drier, but this is why this place is perfect for a short visit. It has everything you need, without all the little extras that ultimately just add up to a more expensive room.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023