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The Bidwell House

3.5 star property
3.5-star adults-only B&B with free WiFi

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Front of property
Fireplace
Lobby sitting area
Stover Cottage Cabin, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen | Private kitchen
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Explore the area

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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
    ‪3 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

About the area

Chester

In Chester .Within a 10-minute walk of the B&B, you'll find Lake Almanor and Chester Park. Collins Pine Museum is within 2 miles (3 km) and Westwood Beach is within 12 miles (20 km).
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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 - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Lassen Volcanic National Park - 46 min drive - 29.1 km
  • Emerald Lake - 59 min drive - 69.3 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
  • ‪Il Lago Pizza & Pasta - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Ranch House - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Lassen Club - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Bidwell House

3.5-star adults-only B&B with free WiFi
Free breakfast is served daily. There are 2 meeting rooms available. The business-friendly The Bidwell House also features a library, a garden, and coffee/tea in a common area. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Chester bed & breakfast.

  • 13 guestrooms or units
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Garden
  • Computer for guest use
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Refrigerator in a common area
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.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

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

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

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

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between November 26 and May 9.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets 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.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 per stay

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 18 years old aren't allowed.

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Reviews

The Bidwell House Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 301 out of 706 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 268 out of 706 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 109 out of 706 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 706 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 706 reviews

Reviews

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

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

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

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Regina

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Eva and Filip are wonderful hosts. I had a weekend event and they did everything possible to accommodate all of my guests. The rooms are comfy and decorated tastefully. Breakfast is delicious and served by Eva. They also have The Red Onion restaurant on the Peninsula. Wonderful food also.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

nancy

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing B&B! Eva cooked my Wife and I an amazing breakfest and was very courteous, allowing us to check in late. Definitely highly recommended place to stay especially if your heading to Lassen National Park- we will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There just one night but really enjoyed our stay!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rhett

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

No complaints

Rooms were comfortable and clean. Staff were very friendly and welcoming. Breakfast was also very good. I plan on visiting again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mona

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The house and grounds are beautiful--a historic inn, family run. We enjoyed passing the afternoon sitting under the old apple tree. We only wish so many people hadn't stayed away from because of the fire in the area. The town and the inn deserved more guests.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

steven

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, clean and friendly staff. Enjoyed our short stay. 🙂
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Frances

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Wish our stay had been better!

For what I paid, it certainly wasn't as nice as I thought it would be. It was $527 for two nights. Our room was very dark and not much lighting. I realize it is a very old historical building, but they need to update some maintenance and repair. The window sill in our room was broken. It looked like there was some type of dowel to hold the window up. I tried to do that and the heavy window sill came down hard on my thumb! I'm glad my daughter was nearby to lift the window off of my hand! I mentioned it to someone in the office. My nail bed is sore and still black and blue. The best thing about our stay was the view of the backyard. The breakfast was also delightful and the girls who served us were very conscientious and sweet.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Larry W

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a traditional BnB in a homey setting on green and pleasant grounds. The building is an old hotel with a rear two story wing of rooms. Our room, the Rose Room , was airy and spacious. The breakfast was served either inside or outside on patio tables. It was cooked to perfection. I highly recommend Bidwell House.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roseann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful inn. Close to Lassen National Park. Excellent breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lloyd

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best holiday get away ever!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Priyamvada, CUPERTINO

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property! The owner and staff was so friendly and helpful. Service and breakfasts were excellent. Very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024