Bidwell Bijou: Luxurious home 1 block from Bidwell Park & Downtown.

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Entire home

Front porch with seating...welcome to Bidwell Bijou!

The living room has a smart TV, books, children's toys.

Dining Area-In between living room & kitchen.

Overview
Amenities
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Location
Host

Exceptional

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

Dryer
Washer
Parking available
Kitchen
Outdoor space
Free WiFi

Explore the area

Chico, CA

National Yo-Yo Museum
‪8 min walk‬
Bidwell Mansion State Historic Park
‪11 min walk‬
California State University-Chico
‪11 min walk‬
Chico, CA (CIC-Chico Municipal)
‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

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

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining area

About this property

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

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Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Very close to Caper Acres playground

Events

No events allowed

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Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Absolutely no smoking!

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 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

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

National Yo-Yo Museum - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
Bidwell Mansion State Historic Park - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
California State University-Chico - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
SacValley MedShare - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
Bidwell-Sacramento River State Park - 14 min drive - 11.5 km

Getting around

Chico Station - 17 min walk
Chico, CA (CIC-Chico Municipal) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

‪Parkside Tap House - ‬7 min walk
‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬6 min walk
‪La Cocina Economica - ‬10 min walk
‪T. Tea Bar & Fusion Cafe - ‬7 min walk
‪Duffy's Tavern - ‬6 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 SacValley MedShare are also within 2 miles (3 km). Chico Station is 17 minutes by foot.

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Stuart V.

24 March 2025

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

Chico

Great property, great location, will definitely book again!

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

24 April 2025

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

Overnight

Excellent, charming, comfortable.

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alberto G.

11 February 2025

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

Grandkids surprise stay over

We wanted a clean safe place to stay in Chico and found it. The grandkids had an amazing surprise stay over.

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janelle D.

30 May 2024

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

Great house

Great location, very clean and Annie was very responsive. We enjoyed our stay and would definitely stay here again!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vingenzo C.

28 October 2024

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

Excellent

The home is clean, spacious and accommodating.

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie M.

2 September 2024

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

Perfect location and wonderful experience!

Annie and her crew know exactly how to care for their guests. Arrived to find flowers, a hand-written note, and treats! Beautiful home in the best location. Highly recommend!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hillary B.

15 August 2022

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

Great stay in Chico!

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!

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carol S., East Bay, CA

19 August 2022

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

Perfect Property!

One of the best rentals we've ever stayed in. Super clean and updated, located in a beautiful neighborhood.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cathy M.

17 December 2022

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

Lovely home! a

This home was so comfortable and cute and in a very quite neighborhood. Walking distance to downtown was perfect as well.

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Margo K.

18 July 2024

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

Perfect house in Chico

It was ideal for our stay. House had all we needed then some. The location was perfect for us. Beautiful walks daily!! Thank you Annie

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark N.

7 May 2023

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

Great time in Chico.

We always love staying here. House is great. Owners are great. Highly recommended.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol D.

30 May 2024

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

Great spot in Chico, near DT and campus

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!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

aracely c.

15 February 2024

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

Chico Adventure

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.

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcia R.

10 July 2022

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

Lovely house and a great location.

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.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ellen O.

15 January 2025

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

Winter Interlude

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!

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erik D.

21 September 2024

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

Great experience

Thank you

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natalie W.

4 March 2024

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

Fabulous Jewel in Chico

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!

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alison K.

21 October 2024

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

A little slice of heaven

My husband and I both went to Chico and decided to celebrate our wedding anniversary there (along with our 3 yr old and 8 month old). The house is adorable, surprisingly big! And the yard (which isn't pictured) is great as well. Perfect location walking distance to everything. Only suggestion is to set up one of the bedrooms with a King bed! We can't wait to go back and visit.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele L.

3 April 2023

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

Bidwell Bijou

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!

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark N.

4 December 2022

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

Awesome house with great location.

Perfect all the way around. Will definitely stay again. Visiting our boys who are both at CSUC. Walked to everything. Loved it!

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

robert b.

23 June 2023

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

All good !

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 !

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Craig R.

9 January 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Weekend wedding

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.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vasudha D.

5 March 2023

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

Excellent choice for a Chico get-away

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.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly G.

14 August 2022

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

Best rental in Chico

Absolutely beautiful property. Located close to downtown, farmers market, the entrance to the park and the college campus. We enjoyed our morning coffee on the front porch in the morning and evening chats out on the back deck. The house has everything you need for a marvelous stay. I would stay here again in a heartbeat.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

David S.

18 July 2022

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

Exceptional Property

Premier Chico location - short walk to downtown and Bidwell Park. Meticulously maintained, cleaned and provisioned. Highly responsive host. Great outdoor patio space.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 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?

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Popular amenities

Explore the area

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

About this property