Bidwell Bijou: Luxurious home 1 block from Bidwell Park & Downtown.
A stunning downtown Chico charmer just a block from Bidwell Park. No expense has been spared to keep all the charm of this iconic downtown home that was built in 1912. Bidwell Bijou’s full renovation was completed a few years ago. Feel like cooking? This home features a gourmet kitchen with commercial range including a pot filler, an under counter wine cooler, and quartz counters. One of the bathrooms has a bidet.
This house has an amazing location. Walk one block to Bidwell Park and Caper Acres or step out to the Farmer's Markets and Downtown restaurants. This immaculate house will impress you and make your Chico visit memorable as you relax in style. Enjoy the yard and quality furnishings. Coffee, tea, water and snacks are provided in your welcome basket. Sit on the porch with your favorite drink.
PLEASE NOTE: Check-In: 4:00 PM Check-Out: 11 AM *We cannot accommodate early check-in or late check-outs.*
-NO PETS. -NO SMOKING. -NO PARTIES. -Please refrain from rearranging furniture and decorations during your stay. Thank you for your consideration!
Property manager
Annie Yoder
Premier Host
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
NO SMOKING: We do not allow smoking of any kind on the property. There is a $500 smoking fee. By booking your stay, you are agreeing to these terms.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Do you need suggestions?
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
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Chico
Located in Chico, this holiday home is in the city centre. Bowlero Chico and Cinemark Tinseltown Chico 14 are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Bidwell-Sacramento River State Park and Sacramento River.
Chico, CA
What's nearby
Bidwell Mansion State Historic Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
California State University-Chico - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
National Yo-Yo Museum - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Sacramento River - 16 min drive - 13.7 km
Bidwell-Sacramento River State Park - 22 min drive - 13.5 km
Getting around
Chico Station - 17 min walk
Chico, CA (CIC-Chico Municipal) - 17 min drive
Restaurants
Chipotle Mexican Grill - 6 min walk
Gordo Burrito Taco Truck - 6 min walk
Parkside Tap House - 7 min walk
T. Tea Bar & Fusion Cafe - 7 min walk
La Cocina Economica - 10 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Bidwell Bijou: Luxurious home 1 block from Bidwell Park & Downtown. pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Bidwell Bijou: Luxurious home 1 block from Bidwell Park & Downtown. ?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Bidwell Bijou: Luxurious home 1 block from Bidwell Park & Downtown. ?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Bidwell Bijou: Luxurious home 1 block from Bidwell Park & Downtown. located?
Located in the heart of Chico, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of National Yo-Yo Museum and California State University-Chico. Bidwell Mansion State Historic Park and Gateway Science Museum are also within 15 minutes. Chico Station is 17 minutes by foot.
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The home layout can easily handle six comfortably, the jack and Jill bathrooms work great. The large kitchen is great with plenty of utensils for cooking. The dining table is small but since it was just two of us no issue. Nice back deck and front porch.
Definitely met our needs for a quick weekend getaway. Perfect location, clean property, and I really appreciated all the quick responses from Annie. Highly recommend!
Excellent location for birding, shopping, and dining. The home is clean and spacious. The host is also excellent to work with! We enjoyed our stay, and will be back.
My family and I had a wonderful weekend in this lovely home. It’s walking distance from Bidwell Park and all the shops and restaurants in downtown Chico.
It was clean, nicely decorated and had everything we needed for a wonderful get away.
We were in Chico for a wedding and were lucky to find this gem. Darling house walkable to downtown - interior was well appointed, beds comfy and nice big kitchen. Was a much better alternative than a hotel as we had space to hang out, highly recommend!
Perfect older home, in the best location of Chico. The owner has kept up on maintenance and cleanliness, and the place is stocked with plenty of supplies, dishes, cooking items. We appreciate how much the owner must love this home. It definitely shows! Bidwell Park was a block away, and we walked through it every morning. Only 3 blocks in the opposite direction, is beautiful downtown Chico, with all the restaurants, pubs, and shops you need. We’re originally from Paradise, and survivors of the CampFire. We have been searching for a place to come back to every time we return to the area. After renting several over the last 6 years, we think this house is the one!! Thank you!!!
This house is exaclty as advertised in a really nice part of Chico, a block from Bidwell park and centrally located. The house was super clean and has a cute back patio not pictured in the listing. Definitely going to stay here again!
We enjoyed a delightful stay in the Bidwell Bijou in January. It was a welcome “winter interlude” for us with sunshine and temps in the 60s. We enjoyed wonderful walks in lower and upper Bidwell Park, the farmer’s market, the Museum of Northern CA artists — all within walking distance of this beautifully appointed and comfortable property. We’ll be back soon!
First time in Chico and definitely want to come back. This home is super close to great restaurants best breakfast at Mama’s and cute shops. Beautiful paths to Bidwell park close by and lots of room for a family. Great time!
Our host Annie was very helpful and responsive both before and during our stay. The house was just as billed and very comfortable. Overall our stay was all good !
Location of the house is great for walking to the old Chico downtown area or the beautiful Bidwell park. Owners responded immediately to a request we had. Very large kitchen and comfortable living room. Would stay here again.
We stayed at the Bidwell Bijou for a girls’ weekend. It’s a lovely, spacious home with all the amenities one would hope for. The location makes it so easy to walk or run through Bidwell Park and access many of the shops and restaurants in the downtown area. Plus: Easy and friendly communication with owners.
Premier Chico location - short walk to downtown and Bidwell Park. Meticulously maintained, cleaned and provisioned. Highly responsive host. Great outdoor patio space.
This charming house is conveniently located in a quiet neighborhood. From the house, we enjoyed walking downtown and through the park. Annie was welcoming and responsive in our communications.
Upon walking in the house, I was so impressed with the open floor plan. The location is perfect for Chico State and downtown. Annie, the Host was very accommodating and quick to respond. We are so happy to have found this beautiful gem. We will definitely be back, if Annie will have us 😊
Bidwell Bijou is a beautiful craftsman house remodeled for the modern day. Furnishings are good if a bit spare. Location is fantastic. Those who wish to cook in the “gourmet” kitchen will find it under supplied, but if all you need is a microwave and a coffeemaker, this is a great place. Everything was exceptionally clean, and beds were comfortable.
Best location in Chico! A block from Bidewell Park, and an easy walk to downtown, Saturday’s Farmers Market and Chico State. The home is stunning!! Very clean with charm galore and extremely comfy for our family of 5. Easy, quick communication with the host. We hope to have the chance to stay here again.
Shawna B.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
About the host
Hosted by Annie Yoder
Annie and Darrin, your hosts, love sharing this unique property with guests who have discriminating taste and a desire to be close to the park and downtown, our two favorite places in Chico. Our perfect day is a walk to the Farmer's Market to get flowers and produce and a walk or picnic in the park. Annie has been an ESL teacher for many years and an entrepreneur. Darrin is a CPA. When we have free time we love traveling in our RV, visiting our short term rentals, and walking our Black Lab.
Why they chose this property
This house is very unique because it is over 100 years old but has been lovingly remodeled with lovely fixtures. It is just gorgeous. We fell in love with Bidwell Bijou when we first saw her and imagined many guests appreciating a visit to this house when they come to Chico. We dreamed of living in this house in the future when we retire.
What makes this property unique
What other short term rental in Chico can boast this desired location with amenities like the garage, the e car charging station, a bidet, and a chef's kitchen?
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests