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3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 10
Popular amenities
Onsite parking available
Dog-friendly
Kitchen
Washer
Barbecue grill
Deck or patio
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Twin Beds
Bedroom 4
1 Twin Bed
Convertible bed(s)
1 Double Futon
2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 3
Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Historic Home in Chester Next To Lake Almanor
Located in historic Chester, this beautiful home sports a lawn play area with a rustic creek running through the side yard and views of the mountains.
There are three bedrooms suitable for three couples and one single bedroom good for kids and adults that want a little independence. The living room has a sofa bed that sleeps two, a wood stove, a table for playing board games and a large sectional couch. The updated kitchen is fully equipped with cooking utensils and the dining table can accommodate up to ten guest.
The downstairs cowboy master bedroom has a king size bed and a on-suite bathroom with a shower. Next to the kitchen is the downstairs second bathroom with a shower and an oversized bathtub. Upstairs has a second master bedroom, two smaller ones and a ½ bathroom. When the house is full, eight guests can sleep in the four bedrooms and two guests can sleep in the pull-out couch in the living room. The nocturnal ones can hang out in the kitchen dining area away from all the sleeping guest.
The space is equipped with an outdoor barbecue, linens, laundry facilities, DVDs, Internet, TV with Netflix and You Tube, books, board games, children’s items, picnic supplies, a wood stove, and lots of other goodies to make many memories.
Start your stay by walking five minutes into town and join the locals for a cup of coffee and a breakfast bagel (Coffee Station), then take a stroll around the Historic Red Barn (Olson Barn circa 1914) at the end of town and walk in the meadow at the edge of Lake Almanor. Take your boat south 20 minutes to the public boat launch and go fishing for the day. Take a visit to one of our National Parks (Lassen Volcanic Park). Upon your return, you can relax by the creek while BBQing your dinner. Kids love to play around the creek and partake in outdoor games while the adults have an evening drink in the covered porch. Later you can have dinner at the outdoor picnic table; afterwords, take an evening walk up Lassen Street and admire the old historic homes of yesteryear while hearing the faint sounds of nearby grazing cattle.
Not in the mood to cook? Take a two-minute walk for the best pizza and salad in Northern California (The Pizza Factory). A five-minute drive away is fine dining at the Steak House (Timber House) and other dining choices from Mexican to Chinese food. In a golfing mood, there are two golf courses within a 20-minute drive from the house. If you like to bike, there are several bike trails and logging roads around Chester to explore.
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All furniture must be in original locations upon check out. No furniture is to moved outdoors in the yard.
The guest on the rental contract is not to leave any guest in the house after they check out on the last day.
Important information
You need to know
Property # 193410
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the neighborhood
Chester
Located in Chester, this vacation home is in the city center and on a river. Collins Pine Museum and Westwood Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Sulphur Works and Devastated Area. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or check out other outdoor activities such as sledding and snowmobiling.
Lassen Volcanic National Park - 41 min drive - 29.2 km
Emerald Lake - 60 min drive - 69.6 km
Restaurants
Lassen Club - 3 min walk
Bing’s Lake Almanor Bistro - 10 min walk
Pine Shack Frosty - 12 min walk
Waganupa Brewing - 11 min drive
Aslan's Mediterranean Grill - 3 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Historic Home in Chester Next To Lake Almanor pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).
How much does it cost to stay at Historic Home in Chester Next To Lake Almanor?
As of May 13, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Historic Home in Chester Next To Lake Almanor on May 31, 2026 start from $417, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Historic Home in Chester Next To Lake Almanor?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Historic Home in Chester Next To Lake Almanor?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Historic Home in Chester Next To Lake Almanor located?
Located in the heart of Chester, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Chester Park and Lake Almanor. Collins Pine Museum is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) away.
Reviews
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Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
We were very comfortable, and really enjoyed our stay. The house was well appointed, and the availability of items needed for everyday use, other than what we brought, was impressive. We will definitely be back.
Flint P.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ulla F.
Aug 11, 2018
Charming country home, close to incredible state and national parks and well located!
We enjoyed the lovely stream, croquet set and charming home. We visited Lassen multiple times and Burney falls, and of course Lake Almanor. Home is well located for walking to coffee, restaurants, etc.
We loved this house. All the amenities you could want. We were very impressed with the well-stocked kitchen! Very family friendly. Great location, close to Lake Almanor and Lassen National Park.
Verified traveler
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
Bill H.
Aug 20, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy
Beautiful interior, plenty of cookware, dishes, good internet
We loved waking up, making a cup of coffee in the beautifully stocked kitchen and heading out on to the front patio to listen to the birds and the sounds of the creek that runs through the front yard. The two downstairs bathrooms are spacious and new, large living room to relax, play games, read and the property is walking distance to Chester and just a short drive to the lake. Also, huge plus, it's a dog friendly spot. We loved staying here. Thank you so much!
We had a wonderful stay at the property. The games/puzzles were appreciated. Even though property is very close to the main road and across the street from a trailer park, it was very quiet in the evenings. The sound of the little stream in the back yard could be heard in the evenings. Rooms were adequate, could use some coat hooks or a luggage rack upstairs. Kitchen had pretty much everything you needed.
Just like staying with your grandparents house in the woods. Rustic, warm and completely furnished with everything a family would need for a holiday. We just brought the food and drinks. We had a nice place to walk and a 5 minute walk to town. We drove around the lake and had lunch in Westwood. Took a drive to the Mt Lassen visitor center and visited mud pots. Returning to Chester we stopped for dinner at a bar & grill for a delicious meal.. We left a White House puzzle for the next group to enjoy. Thanks again for the holiday rescue.
The house was very spacious and had lots of amenities. The yard was perfect for our dog. We enjoyed our stay very much.
The only negatives we encountered were the mosquitoes, bring lots of mosquito repellent and candles or thermacells. They are massive and numerous beyond count. The heat wave didn’t help, I’m sure the lack of ac at any other time of year wouldn’t be a big deal but it was 100 the days we stayed so we felt it. Also, a WiFi extender would be helpful staying in the back bedroom, wouldn’t be a bad idea to have one in my travel bag for such cases. All in all we loved the house and would highly recommend.
Alex J.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Michael D.
Oct 10, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Chester Fishing Trip
Wonderful, spacious home near "downtown" Chester. Clean, well-maintained and fully appointed, easily sleeps 6-8 adults. The biggest drawback is that the entire region surrounding Chester has been devasted by the Dixie Fire from 2021, so surrounding forests are destroyed with little flora or fauna remaining. Still, great trout fishing for us! Home needs to have full cable TV subscription, but internet worked very well. Next door neighbor was in the middle of remodeling his home so some daytime noise disrupted the otherwise quiet. Lovely spring-fed stream in the backyard! Great for family gatherings, or groups of friends. Unfortunately, the daily rate dropped dramatically (seasonal) the week after we rented. Still, would recommend it unhesitatingly.
We normally try to stay in a rental on Lake Almanor but that wasn't possible with my brother's dog. We really appreciate the owner's (Ted) flexibility on this as other dog-friendly rentals were much father away from Almanor.
The house was on a block close to downtown Chester, so supermarkets like Holiday and restaurants were nearby. We were a little nervous about the RV park across the street but they were quiet and respectful.
The interior of the house was thoughtfully laid out and came with many amenities in the kitchen and bathrooms. Also some very nice remodeling to the bathrooms including 2 shower heads in the master. The couches in the family/living rooms were very comfortable and easy to fall asleep on! Plus it really felt like a cabin with the knotty pine walls and comfy wood stove (which we only used 1 night).
Also enjoyed the back yard with the small running creek and great panoramic view of the sky. So easy to read a book all afternoon in this serene environment!
Lastly, Ted was an ideal host/owner. Very communicative and helpful when needed which was only a couple of times. Ideal VRBO rental overall.
The house is decorated so eclectic with a cozy cabin feel but with tons of space! My husband and I enjoyed the wood burning fireplace the entire weekend! Can't wait to have another weekend getaway here, maybe when the snow is gone!😊
Heather B.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
Verified
8/10 Good
Kenneth B.
Jan 19, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Cool, funky cabin
Well-appointed house. Close to lake almanor and lassen park. Wi-fi in the house was quite spotty but could just be the area. Lots of the town is closed down in the winter, obviously not the owner’s fault. Just plan on eating in for the most part. Holiday Market is a good place to stock up. The cabin is the nicest on the street. Across the street is an RV park and the house next door is a bit run down. The neighborhood seemed very safe and locals were all very friendly.
Beautiful, cozy, charming house. Very clean and comfortable. Great for a family gathering. We appreciated how the kitchen is very well-stocked with all kinds of dishes, utensils, cookware, small appliances, etc. The wood stove does a great job of warming up the house.
Host is very courteous and provided lots of good information about the property.
We had a great time and hope to visit again!
Easy to be in touch with owner; quick to reply. Close to Lassen and lots of good hiking spots. House location could have been more. Private but nearby neighbors were quiet