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The Bidwell House

3.5 star property

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Front of property
Lobby sitting area
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Terrace/patio
Free daily cooked-to-order breakfast

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Business services
  • Housekeeping

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#1 Main Street, Chester, CA, 96020
  • Place, Chester Park
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Almanor
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Collins Pine Museum
    ‪2 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Hummingbird Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Ground Floor

Hummingbird Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Ground Floor

Hummingbird Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Ground Floor

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Hunters Glen Room, 1 King Bed, Ground Floor

Hunters Glen Room, 1 King Bed, Ground Floor

Hunters Glen Room, 1 King Bed, Ground Floor

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Annies Room, 1 King Bed, Ground Floor

Annies Room, 1 King Bed, Ground Floor

Annies Room, 1 King Bed, Ground Floor

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Aspen Room, 2 Double Beds, Ground Floor

Aspen Room, 2 Double Beds, Ground Floor

Aspen Room, 2 Double Beds, Ground Floor

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Meadow View Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub, Ground Floor

Meadow View Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub, Ground Floor

Meadow View Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub, Ground Floor

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Rose Room, 1 King Bed Fireplace

Rose Room, 1 King Bed Fireplace

Rose Room, 1 King Bed Fireplace

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Old Glory Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

Old Glory Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

Old Glory Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Lassen Room, 1 King Bed

Lassen Room, 1 King Bed

Lassen Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Garden Room, 1 King Bed

Garden Room, 1 King Bed

Garden Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Robins Roost Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

Robins Roost Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

Robins Roost Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Bidwell Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Fireplace

Bidwell Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Fireplace

Bidwell Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Fireplace

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for McKenzie A Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom

Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

McKenzie A Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for McKenzie B Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom

Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

McKenzie B Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Stover Cottage Cabin, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen

Stover Cottage Cabin, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen | Living area

Stover Cottage Cabin, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Trundle Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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About the area

Chester

With a stay at The Bidwell House in Chester, you'll be within a 10-minute walk of Chester Park and Lake Almanor. .This bed & breakfast is 14.3 mi (23 km) from Lassen Volcanic National Park and 1.3 mi (2.2 km) from Collins Pine Museum.
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What's nearby

  • Chester Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Lake Almanor - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Collins Pine Museum - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Lassen Volcanic National Park - 36 min drive - 58.8 km
  • Emerald Lake - 44 min drive - 68.6 km

Getting around

  • Reno Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO) - 135 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bing’s Lake Almanor Bistro - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Pine Shack Frosty - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Lassen Club - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Mi Casita - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Ranch House - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The Bidwell House

Adults-only bed & breakfast in Chester with free breakfast
The Bidwell House offers 13 accommodations with designer toiletries and hair dryers. 40-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Irons/ironing boards, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Stay in one of 13 guestrooms featuring Smart televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature bathtubs or showers, designer toiletries, and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and ceiling fans, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as wedding services and a fireplace in the lobby.
A complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast is served daily from 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM.
Featured amenities include a computer station, a library, and coffee/tea in a common area. This bed & breakfast has 2 meeting rooms available for events. Free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast is served each morning between 8:30 AM and 9:30 AM.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Library

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Vegetable garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch smart TV with digital channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests should be aware that cats reside at this property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between November 26 and May 9.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 18 and older are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per stay
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 per stay

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Guests under 18 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property

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The Bidwell House Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 304 out of 709 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 268 out of 709 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 109 out of 709 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 709 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 709 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ileana

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was great Room was cute There is a communal guest fridge
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nigel, San Diego

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice breakfasts, very helpful staff. Ideal place to stay and visit Lessen Volcano National Park
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice Bed & Breakfast...staff was nice and the breakfast was very good.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

andrew

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the better places I've stayed. There was a cozy sunroom and the grounds were great. Our room was nice and we had two great breakfasts
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were clean, the staff was great and the breakfast was great
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was great! Clean room!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Christina

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Quaint bed and breakfast

The beds were comfortable. The breakfasts were adequate but not outstanding. Comfortable outdoor seating and porch swing.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Norie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and clean room. The staff were professional, knowledgeable, friendly and helpful. The breakfast were delicious 😋. Location was perfect, especially if you love the outdoors. Short walking distance to the meadow, river and the lake. The landscaping was immaculate and impressive. Lots of public indoor sitting areas in front of the fireplace, at the front porch and other places within or around the property. Definitely a place to return and highly recommend it. Small town charm.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff and owner!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Andrzej Stanislaw, Manteca

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nothing
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Eva’s the best! Super quaint, clean and comfortable B&B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hock Seng

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A comfortable and homely stay in a very restful and characterful setting. Great breakfasts. Lovely aspens in the well tended garden. Would stay there just for a great getaway to peace and quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Blair R.

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice, quiet, beautiful town in lake, would like to come again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The house is so much like staying at a comfortable old house opened to any guest. Great living room and sun room .
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Back to the Bidwell House!

First off, this is an historic resort, and it is not air conditioned. Our room had a tower fan that ran continually and as soon as it cooled down at night, we got the windows open. Second, this is not a resort for small children, as there isn’t really much for them to do - no pool, no playground. However it is an excellent place for adults to use as a base of operations for exploring in the area. Great breakfast, a wonderful main lodge and patio, as well as a porch swing out front. As a historic building be prepared to see the age, in some creaky boards in the walkways, and a bit of a struggle to get the windows open or closed. But it’s all so worth it! We will certainly be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ibel

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, neat and tranquil. The host is very friendly. The rooms are very comfortable. The breakfast is excellent. I will be staying here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

nancy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed 2 night mid week in the suite- two bedrooms. It was a large space and we enjoyed the comfortable beds. The shared areas were delightful- tables and cushion chairs to relax in , as well as more ares inside the house. Breakfast is from 8:30-9:30, so you can sleep in and go down to a breakfast that is made for once you arrive. Delicious and the coffee was nice and bold!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Sarita

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Home features
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Fred

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, comfortable B&B inn. We spent three nights at Bidwell House. My wife enjoyed our breakfasts more than I did. Our host, Eva, was informative and helpful with suggestions about what to do in the area (Lake Almenor & Mt. Lassen). Mt. Lassen was a great NP to visit - and we went to three different parts of the park on each of our three days based in Chester.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great a charming place

This is such a charming place, beautifully kept! The inn keepers are so nice and service is excellent! I will stay again! Thank yoy
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025