[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Parkside Cottage on Bidwell Park! Enjoy the trails and perfect location to all! Vacation home in Chico ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42710000/42709700/42709614/0987b2cf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Children's area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42710000/42709700/42709614/f6a6ba28.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42710000/42709700/42709614/bc96587b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Microwave, cookware/dishes/utensils](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42710000/42709700/42709614/6f5862a1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42710000/42709700/42709614/90-75bf71e1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location In the heart of Chico, this charming cottage offers a serene retreat with driveway parking and an enclosed back patio. Unwind in your private space, equipped with a full kitchen, split system heat and AC, 2 TVs with popular streaming services. Explore Bidwell Park's scenic trails on the provided beach cruisers or stroll through Downtown Chico just minutes away. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3 ## Popular amenities - - - Air conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Parkside Cottage on Bidwell Park! Enjoy the trails and perfect location to all! Park living at your doorstep! This updated 500 sq ft Cottage offers the ideal central location on Bidwell Park yet just minutes from Downtown Chico via bike or car. Shopping, restaurants and basically anywhere you are going is 10 minutes or less from the cottages location. This private cottage allows a relaxing space with driveway parking, enclosed back patio, split system heat and AC,. full kitchen with all you should need (ask us if not and we will hook you up), 2 TV's that have MAX, Disney plus, Paramount, and Prime, large walk in closet and more! As for us, we are in the 3 story home next door and will rarely see you due to how we set up the cottage and our other vacation rental on the other side. We respect your privacy yet are here for anything if needed. We have provided our top suggestions in our guidebook from everything including coffee and dining, to sightseeing and shopping. Experience Chico like a local with a pair of beach cruisers, included with your stay that our located behind the Treehouse unit over the garage. Bidwell Park is Chico’s jewel! With the park as your backyard, you will be immediately transferred to another world as you step into it. With huge sycamore and oak trees surrounding you to the year round creek full of swimming holes, you feel free and away from it all. You will see why The adventures of Robin Hood (1938)used Bidwell Park to film its Sherwood Forest scenes and General John Bidwell decided to make the region home. We offer an amazing location on Bidwell Park with 2 complimentary beach cruisers that gives you quick access to Downtown Chico (6 minutes), One Mile Pool (3 minutes), the Chico Mall (5 minutes), 5 Mile Pool ( 7 minutes), and Upper Park (15 minutes) . City bus stop only 50 yards from house. Access to dozens of walking paths in lower Bidwell Park. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Food and drink - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Microwave ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107610000/107603000/107602904/536b2b27.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Citrus Studio 3 Relaxed Central Vibe Chico - Air conditioning - Microwave 10 Exceptional 11 reviews CA $133 CA $256 total includes taxes & fees Oct 7 - Oct 8 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-07&endDate=2025-10-08&selected=107602904&PinnedHotelID=107602904&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48380000/48379800/48379783/7aeea010.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Your own modern treehouse overlooking Bidwell Park Chico - Air conditioning - Parking available - Laundry - Microwave 10 Exceptional 38 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-20&endDate=2025-10-21&selected=48379783&PinnedHotelID=48379783&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41360000/41358400/41358321/8ae096bd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### BIDWELL PARK BUNGALOW Chico - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.8 Exceptional 149 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-20&endDate=2025-10-21&selected=41358321&PinnedHotelID=41358321&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93410000/93400700/93400686/04381a6d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Quaint and peaceful Queen Room with private entrance and bathroom. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as Vrbo Property Private On Bidwell Park Chico Private Home on Bidwell Park Close to Downtown! Chico ## About the area Chico is home to this vacation home. National Yo-Yo Museum and Bidwell Mansion State Historic Park are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Cinemark Tinseltown Chico 14 and Bowlero Chico. 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Enjoy the trails and perfect location to all! pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### What time is check-in at Parkside Cottage on Bidwell Park! Enjoy the trails and perfect location to all!? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Parkside Cottage on Bidwell Park! Enjoy the trails and perfect location to all!? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Parkside Cottage on Bidwell Park! Enjoy the trails and perfect location to all! located? > Situated in Chico, this vacation home is within 2 mi (3 km) of California State University-Chico, National Yo-Yo Museum, and Gateway Science Museum. Bidwell Mansion State Historic Park and SacValley MedShare are also within 3 mi (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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