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Historic Home in Chester Next To Lake Almanor

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Creek Side
Living Room
Living Room
Living Room with Dining Area For Four.
Streaming TV with Netflix You Tube.
Sleeper Sofa bed folds out for two people

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 10182.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Chester, CA
  • Chester Park
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Lake Almanor
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Collins Pine Museum
    ‪3 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Single 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
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.

Property manager

Ted Reeve

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
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

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

Chester

Located in Chester, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a river. Collins Pine Museum and Westwood Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Cinder Cone and Sulphur Works. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging and snowmobiling.
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Chester, CA

What's nearby

  • Chester Park - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Lake Almanor - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Collins Pine Museum - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Lassen Volcanic National Park - 35 min drive - 22.7 km
  • Summit Lake - 65 min drive - 74.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Coffee Station - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Tantardino's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Pine Shack Frosty - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Red Onion Grill - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Mt Lassen Club - ‬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).

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?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic Home in Chester Next To Lake Almanor located?

Located in the heart of Chester, this holiday 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

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Flint P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excelent property
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.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pleasant surprise
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.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lee Ann M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely home in Chester, CA
Our survey crew enjoyed this wonderful home in Chester, CA.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Michael D.

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spacious home in a nice location
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wallace W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Very Nice Spot!
Close to Warner Valley for hiking. Terrific kitchen set up with all the needed accessories. Cute little brook in the back garden.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Bill H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy
Beautiful interior, plenty of cookware, dishes, good internet
very nice
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Chester get-away
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shoshana L., Santa Barbara, California

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Spot!
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!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Francie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Delightfully quirky and comfy
Very well furnished with everything we needed. The children loved exploring the creek. We had a lovely picnic outside. We highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tim C., Hercules, CA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Option
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.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelly F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Convenient
Close to everything and comfortable accommodations.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heather B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
So happy to have found this cozy home!
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!😊
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Kenneth B.

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Richard B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house and very convenient location. Close to everything.
Very comfortable house.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house by the lake in a lovely little mountain town
The owner is awesome. The house couldn't be more charming. A must stay for families and friends.
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Shanna J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely house for a gathering
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!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Julie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family get together to visit Lassen national park
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
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Cindy A.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous get way
Wonderful home and the owner is absolutely delightful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Noel M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely old farmhouse
I rented this for my grandma and aunts. They enjoyed the decor and said all the beds were very comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great winter spot!
Had a great weekend near Lassen at this house. Would definitely come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer T., Paradise, California

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable and well stocked!
We were very pleased with our winter stay at this comfortable property. Great communication from the owner. Lots of room, a very well stocked kitchen with extra supplies. Plenty of wood is provided for the wood stove. Many games, books and DVD’s to keep us occupied. Reliable wireless internet. Nice quiet streets for walking and a great location close to town. There is a coffee shop and a pizza restaurant just down the street. Beds are very comfortable and there is plenty of comfortable seating for all. We highly recommend this property!

10/10 Excellent

Mykhaylo K., California

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Remote country side stay
Would like to return.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pandemic
Nice place to stay, quiet and cozy
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kelly M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Home for our Thanksgiving week
This home was warm, comfortable and perfected located near all the hiking trails we needed for our Thanksgiving stay. It also had a well equipped kitchen so we had no problems making a full Thanksgiving meal - needed to bring a few things from home (likes pie pan) but great communications with the owner ahead of time meant we had all we needed. Although the house is located in the midst of a local Chester neighborhood, our neighbors were all friendly/welcoming and we were just a short walk away from a cafe where we got coffee and pastries then could walk with our dogs to a beautiful open field that stretched for miles along the Feather River to the edge of Lake Almanor. Evenings spent relaxing together with the stove going which warmed the entire house (it was in the 20's and 30's) and catching up on Netflix - perfect. We also joined the town on Black Friday evening to welcome Santa in his red fire truck, which our 12 year old loved. Beds were very comfortable, and owner extremely accommodating. A perfect time!!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2020

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Hosted by Ted Reeve

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