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Chico Family Retreat with Pool~Bocce~Hot-tub~Lounge. Near park, downtown & CSU

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Lounge seating
Neighborhood has wide streets w/ ranch style homes, gardens & plentiful parking.
Chiminea has firewood for your evening by the fire.
Living area
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Chico, CA
  • Place, California State University-Chico
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Gateway Science Museum
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Bidwell Mansion State Historic Park
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Chico, CA (CIC-Chico Municipal)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Chico Family Retreat with Pool~Bocce~Hot-tub~Lounge. Near park, downtown & CSU

Centrally located super clean family friendly home perfect for walks & bike rides to coffee at Bidwell Perk (.3 mile), Bidwell Park (.5 mile), downtown (1.5 miles), & Chico State (2 miles). Relax by the front courtyard firepit, in the hot tub or host a BBQ and bocce game poolside. The open layout has great spaces filled with artwork perfect for entertaining multiple generations. The full kitchen (w/gas stove) has all the serving dishes and cooking accessories you might need. Parking is plentiful.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children must be supervised due to pool, hot tub.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
Backyard is fully enclosed. $25 pet cleaning fee.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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Property # 1538124vb
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Chico

Chico is home to this holiday home. Cinemark Tinseltown Chico 14 and Bowlero Chico are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Chico Community Labyrinth and Paradise Preforming Art Center. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and hiking.
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What's nearby

  • California State University-Chico - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Gateway Science Museum - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Bidwell Mansion State Historic Park - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Chico Community Labyrinth - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • National Yo-Yo Museum - 3 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Chico Station - 8 min drive
  • Chico, CA (CIC-Chico Municipal) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Gordo Burrito Taco Truck - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Denny's - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Chico Family Retreat with Pool~Bocce~Hot-tub~Lounge. Near park, downtown & CSU have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Chico Family Retreat with Pool~Bocce~Hot-tub~Lounge. Near park, downtown & CSU pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Chico Family Retreat with Pool~Bocce~Hot-tub~Lounge. Near park, downtown & CSU?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Chico Family Retreat with Pool~Bocce~Hot-tub~Lounge. Near park, downtown & CSU?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Chico Family Retreat with Pool~Bocce~Hot-tub~Lounge. Near park, downtown & CSU?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Chico Family Retreat with Pool~Bocce~Hot-tub~Lounge. Near park, downtown & CSU located?

This family-friendly Chico holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of California State University-Chico, Bidwell Mansion State Historic Park and Gateway Science Museum. Chico Community Labyrinth and National Yo-Yo Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 44 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 44 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 44 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 44 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 44 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alice R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a blast and ready enjoys our stay at this home
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stephanie was an amazing host, had no problems. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason L.

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

Great place to stay!

Stayed for 5 days and it was perfect. It was serene and relaxing out back poolside, and cool and spacious inside. Kitchen was nice and well stocked. Bidwell Park was close for great bike rides either downtown or throughout the park, or both! Great communication with the host. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was clean and fully stocked. Great living spaces. Pool and hot tub were clean, beds were comfortable, great location. Lots of fun stuff at the house, lots of books, games, played the piano a bit, more apps than you need on the TV. We had a blast. Definitely a great find and will be back!
Super open layout, lots of light, lots of seating
Lovely little nooks
Great back patio area with pool and hot tub, fire table that actual emits heat and comfy lighting
Felt welcome right away
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynn B.

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

Relaxing

Clean, comfy beds, great outdoor area. Would definitely stay again. Quiet neighborhood!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shelly S.

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

Amazing!

Amazing house and location. Loved the pool and accommodations. Host is an excellent communicator! Like she has a PhD in it or something
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Jul, 2025
Lol Thanks Shelly for your lovely -and funny- review! We would love to welcome you back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nessa

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Here's a positive VRBO stay review:"Our stay at Stephanie’s house was absolutely wonderful! The property was exactly as described—clean, spacious, and beautifully maintained. The amenities provided made our visit incredibly comfortable, and the location was perfect for the venue we were attending. The host was responsive and helpful, ensuring we had everything we needed. We truly felt at home and would highly recommend this property to anyone looking for a relaxing and enjoyable stay. We can’t wait to return!"
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house exceeded our expectations! Very spacious and comfortable for our family and friends. The kids loved the pool and the hot tub, they did not want to leave. The house felt very homey and the beds were very comfortable!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adele M.

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

Niece's Wedding

Was a wonderful home for stay in Chico for family wedding. Stephanie was very responsive, very friendly. Home was equipped with everything we needed and more. Enjoyed the hot tub and the fire pit. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jessica M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall very nice. The refrigerator handle was broke. But over a nice stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Aug, 2025
We're so glad you had a nice stay! The fridge handle has been fixed and is as good as new. Thanks for the heads up!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard F.

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

Fun Time

Nice place to unwind. LOTS of space. Great pool and hot tub. The owners were very reasonable and to talk with. I would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenny C.

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

Great house to stay cool!

Great house with pool and covered patio for those hot Chico summers. Nice double living room with plenty of room to stretch out. Great time with the family and nicely stocked kitchen for home chefs.Great town with lots to do.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martha R.

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

Family gathering

Perfect for us to get our whole family together in one place! Plenty of room and the kids sure enjoyed the pool! Would totally book this again! Thankyou
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kelly o.

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

Bringing our boys to college

Two families bringing best friends to college. Wonderful memories made in a very special place. Perfect for what we needed and the amount of people we were.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Aug, 2024
We're so honored you chose our property for your Chico stay! Thank you for treating the house like it was your own and being so great to communicate with. We hope you have a wonderful rest of 2024!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric N.

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

Great House for Chico State Visitors!

We used this house as our home base for the 2024 Chico State Parent weekend. We were up visiting our Freshman daughter. It was an excellent location and was perfect for the occasion. Great communication from the host and just a great overall experience. Would recommend for families looking for a similar type of visit to Chico!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen W.

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

Celebrating in Chico

This home served as the gathering point for two families in celebration of grandmas 70th birthday. It was the perfect venue providing ample room for young and old. The pool was refreshing and the neighborhood walk each evening, when it cooled down, was terrific.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

April C.

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

Clean & Comfortable

We stayed here fir my husbands birthday. The house was very clean and had all the amenities for a good time. It was lovely to have local family visit and use the pool. The neighborhood was quiet and safe. The beds were comfortable and there was plenty of room for our party of 5. The hosts were communicative and friendly. We would love to stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jul, 2021
Thanks April for your kind words - we would welcome you back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey F.

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

Perfect family vacation!

My family and I enjoyed our weekend in Chico, and LOVED this home. It was comfortable, had every amenity we needed (especially that beautiful pool during 90 degree days!), and is in a beautiful neighborhood. Stephanie was very communicative and helpful! Thanks again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley S.

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

Family trip

We stayed for 3 days for Chico High graduation. The house was the perfect choice! The kids loved the pool, hot tub and outside games. The home had plenty of space and everything we needed. The location was super close to downtown Chico. We loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Jun, 2022
We're so glad the house worked out so well for you during such an exciting time for your family! Thanks for taking such good care of it for us :) Safe travels and we hope you have a wonderful 2022. ~Stephanie and Todd
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawn B.

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

Great place to celebrate a life lived well

We were so blessed to have a beautiful home to celebrate the passing of our Father. Stephanie, our host was amazing and the house was very spacious, clean and homey. Thank you for sharing your home. It was a very special gathering etched in our memory that we will we will never forget!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sondra W.

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

Mildred Avenue House

First off the hosts were extremely friendly and communicative. Very kind and offered lots of helpful tips and suggestions for around the house and in town. The vrbo was immaculate, clean, and had everything you needed to cook, bbq, and more. The house really felt like home and the beds were also super comfortable. We loved our stay and would highly recommend this place to others!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept, 2022
Thanks so much for the lovely review! We're so glad you chose our property for such a special weekend :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gordana W.

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

Friends weekend

We choose this house as we are three couples that get together every year to catch up. Stephanie was very responsive and we would recommend this home! Thank you for sharing your home with us,
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy P.

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

Perfect Home for All Ages

We loved everything from the booking to the end of our stay. I’ve never dealt with such a warm, hospitable host as Stephanie. They have thought of everything for their home, even supplying a lighter for the bbq and an ice chest out by the pool. The beds were super comfy and we all had a wonderful time. I will definitely want this home again on our next visit to Chico.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah G.

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

Multigenerational post COVID pandemic lockdown family reunion.

Ideal size and location for our local family members to meet here at central location to join us for gatherings when we fly in from Florida. The children from 5-22 really enjoyed the time we spent together. We are all looking forward to a summer visit .hosts are professional and friendly. Thank you Stephanie
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Nov, 2021
We’re so glad you had a great time! Thanks for choosing our property for your Chico get together and for taking such great care of it! :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen F.

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

Graduation Vacation!

We live in town, but we had friends and family visiting for the high school graduation of our son. This weekend getaway was a wonderful place to celebrate! The house is centrally located in town and even more beautiful than it looks in the photos. We had an amazing time barbecuing, swimming, and socializing, and the inside of the house slept our visiting family comfortably. Great communication with the host. Thank you for the perfect send-off venue for our youngest.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

About the host

Hosted by Stephanie Hamel

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We love travel, live music and outdoor activities (especially cycling). Family, friendships and locally sourced foods are three things we can't live without. I take being a guest in someone's sanctuary seriously and always leave that space better than when I arrived. Words to live by from Steph's grandfather: "Be good to each other and be good to yourselves."

Why they chose this property

Proximity to beautiful Bidwell Park, downtown Chico and the university make our place special. The bocce court, pool, hot tub, bamboo bar, BBQ, and outdoor lounge might convince you to stay and cancel your sight seeing plans when the weather is nice. It's a great place to work from with desks in each bedroom and have socially distant gatherings outside with many indoor and outdoor seating and dining arrangements and all the large serving pieces you might need. Walk out the door for a stroll through beautiful Bidwell Park just .5 mile down the street.

What makes this property unique

Relaxing in the peaceful front and back yards around the fire pit are a year-round favorite activity.

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