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Chico Charmer steps away from downtown, Chico State, & Lower Bidwell Park

Holiday home with kitchen, near California State University-Chico

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Welcome to the Chico Charmer!
Dining Room
Living Room
Fully stocked kitchen with everything you need to make or enjoy a meal.
Living room with plenty of seating and lighting.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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  • Place, California State University-Chico
  • Place, Bidwell Mansion State Historic Park
  • Place, Bidwell-Sacramento River State Park
  • Airport, Chico, CA (CIC-Chico Municipal)

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bidwell Boudoir

1 Queen Bed

Master

1 Queen Bed

Sierra Nevada Room

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Chico Charmer steps away from downtown, Chico State, & Lower Bidwell Park

Beautifully restored Chico charmer built in1880 with high ceilings, hardwood floors, a relaxing front porch and private backyard with a gazebo, patio, and outdoor seating. This charming home has a newly renovated bathroom, three bedrooms, a nice, modern kitchen and dining room. Read a book on the spacious window seat in the living room. The house has comfortable beds and high thread count bedding. It is a five minute walk to Bidwell Park, downtown cafes, bars, City Plaza, and the Thursday night and Saturday morning Farmer's Markets. Walk the charming neighborhood to Chico's famous Shubert's ice cream shop or walk in Bidwell Park. Enjoy eating oranges from the two mature orange trees or make your own delicious fresh squeezed orange juice.

PLEASE NOTE:
Check-In: 4:00 PM
Check-Out: 11 AM
*We CANNOT accommodate early check-in or late check-outs.*

ABSOLUTELY NO PETS, SMOKING OF ANY KIND, OR PARTIES! We (and our neighbors) ask that you kindly observe our quiet hours, which are: 10 PM-8 AM daily.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
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.
NO PARTIES/GATHERINGS/LOUD NOISE
ABSOLUTELY NO PETS.

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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Chico

Located in Chico, this holiday home is in the city centre. National Yo-Yo Museum and Bidwell Mansion State Historic Park are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Bowlero Chico and Cinemark Tinseltown Chico 14.
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Chico, CA

What's nearby

  • National Yo-Yo Museum - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • California State University-Chico - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Bidwell Mansion State Historic Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Sacramento River - 14 min drive - 13.2 km
  • Bidwell-Sacramento River State Park - 19 min drive - 13.2 km

Getting around

  • Chico Station - 18 min walk
  • Chico, CA (CIC-Chico Municipal) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Beer Lobo - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Dutch Bros Coffee - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Gordo Burrito Taco Truck - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Stoble Coffee - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Chico Charmer steps away from downtown, Chico State, & Lower Bidwell Park pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Chico Charmer steps away from downtown, Chico State, & Lower Bidwell Park?

As of 8 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Chico Charmer steps away from downtown, Chico State, & Lower Bidwell Park on 10 Nov 2025 start from AU$462.83, 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.

What time is check-in at Chico Charmer steps away from downtown, Chico State, & Lower Bidwell Park?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Chico Charmer steps away from downtown, Chico State, & Lower Bidwell Park?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Chico Charmer steps away from downtown, Chico State, & Lower Bidwell Park 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 1 mile (2 km). Chico Station is 18 minutes by foot.

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. 108 out of 114 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 114 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 114 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 114 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 114 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tom S.

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

superb

great location, amazing old house, well furnished and supplied
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home and so typical Chico! Air conditioning took awhile to figure out but that was why we had our high schooler with us! Clean and cozy and so close to downtown!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean home. The air conditioning was quite welcome. We appreciated the roomy lay out of the home and the three full bedrooms, making this a nice, non-cramped stay for our family. Some of the beds are not the most comfortable, but this was a small inconvenience.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott H.

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

Great place. Convenient

Loved the house. Very clean and nice and quiet. Would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great House

Great little house, had everyrhing we needed. Communication was amazing. Nice walk to downtown during the day, we did uber at night. Would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher S.

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

Perfect Spot

Close enough to walk but far enough from downtown to not hear the noise!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn S., Petaluma, ca

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

Perfect Stay

This property was exactly as presented , very clean, with many personal touches to make me feel perfectly at home
Stayed 1 night in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

davis l.

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

Wonderful stay

The house is clean, tidy, and nice. The host is nice and responsive. The backyard is wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen B.

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

Another wonderful stay

Our second visit to the Chico Charmer over Thanksgiving and it was just as great as our first a year ago. The home is beautiful and comfortable. The property owner is a very responsive, flexible host. Thanks Annie!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole R.

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

Chico Charmer

We love staying at this precious little house! Perfect location, lots of perks from the owner! Can’t wait to go back♥️
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

lindsey s.

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

Perfect stay at this Chico beauty!

We had such a wonderful time visiting our old stomping grounds! And this property was a perfect place to take a walk down memory lane. Annie was unbelievably helpful and very quick to respond. We will definitely be back next time we are passing through!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim S.

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

Chico getaway

Just a quick visit to Chico with the kids. Walkable to everything location. Darling comfy home, we would definitely book again
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tammy S., Santa Barbara

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

Great Chico Getaway

Charming house, very clean. We love the location, walking distance to downtown. Annie was quick to respond to all my questions.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

David V.

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

Awesome Garden and patio, walking distance to downtown

I enjoyed the close proximity to downtown. Loved the vaulted ceilings and outdoor spaces, especially the new patio and gazebo. Perfect for Chico outdoor living.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sara G.

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

Great Stay!

Rented this cozy little place for my son and daughter in law on their wedding night. It was adorable! Very clean, and the owner was friendly and accommodating. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

William H.

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

Cozy and charming

The house was very comfortable with the back yard sitting area and front porch rockers an added bonus! The furniture and beds were comfortable. Most of our events were within walking distance.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anna F.

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

Anne was so kind

She was so flexible and helpful during a difficult time with my family when we were visiting. Thanks Anne! Next time we’ll go straight to your place and skip the family!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Erin W.

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

Cute and Comfy Chico Bungalow

My family and I had a wonderful stay at this charming Chico home. The property owner went above and beyond offering packaged snacks, waters, etc. The beds and linens were extremely comfy and the property is kept in excellent condition. The location is fantastic, easy to get downtown and walkable to Bidwell Park. We had a great time and highly recommend this home for your Chico vacation.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eliza G.

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

Great hosts and location

The house was spotless and the hosts were very responsive and friendly. A low battery alert on one of the smoke detectors our first afternoon there was addressed within 20 minutes and they checked in regularly by text with recommendations and just checking to make sure we had everything we needed. When unseasonal rain hit, the host brought umbrellas over and left them on the porch for us to use. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robyn G.

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

It IS a charmer!

This little house is lovely. More room than just my husband and I needed, but very comfortable. The yard has a covered patio, that was great as we could sit there out of the rain. The kitchen is fairly well appointed with cookware and tableware. Walking distance to downtown and Bidwell park.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim C.

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

Perfect house

We stayed at this charming house for our daughter’s Nurse Pinning Ceremony from Chico State. We have rented a lot of houses on VRBO but this one was the best appointed house ever. Coffee, tea, creamers, sugars, oatmeal, snacks, and everything you need for cooking. The house is darling, comfortable, and close enough to downtown to walk. Thank you so much for the use of your home!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steve Q.

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

AMAZING Chico Victorian Home

Annie, was a wonderful & hospitable host. Could not have been any easier or welcoming! The home is completely stocked and is warm & comfortable with higher end furniture & bedding in an excellent location! We absolutely loved our stay that we did not want to leave. We will definitely return in the future! Thank you Annie for making our stay a memorable & priceless one! Gratefully, The Quintero Family!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen B.

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

Charming Home — Wonderful Stay

This vintage home is beautiful and just what we hoped for; a comfy space while visiting our adult kids in Chico over Thanksgiving. Great location, close to everything you need, while not in the heart of it. The private outdoor space is a real plus. A bit of outdoor noise at times since the cross street is fairly high traffic, but nothing that would prevent another stay. Supplied well with towels, soap, etc. Annie was easy to communicate with and we truly had everything we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin C.

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

Wonderful place to stay near Downtown Chico and University

Charming 3 bedroom with plenty of amenities. Chose this to drop off our son at Chico. When we arrived it was 103 in Chico and Annie had the house cooled down to a perfect 75. Beds are very comfortable and the bath and kitchen are well stocked with everything we needed. Backyard has a nice seating area with a fountain to enjoy the cooler evenings. Close walk to downtown, on a map it looks farther. Annie has great recommendations for restaurants and activities. Highly recommended. Plan to book another stay for the holidays.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

JUSTIN S.

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

Nice little spot, needs some maintenance

Several door knobs came off when simply pulled. The bathroom door was particularly worrisome- that we’d be trapped. Sprinklers in front went in automatically. There’s at least one broken one- flooded the yard
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

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