The Bidwell House

Adults-only bed & breakfast in Chester with free breakfast

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Dates

September 2025

October 2025

Stover Cottage Cabin, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen | Living area

The Bidwell House welcomes visitors with a full breakfast and a cozy fireplace for relaxation. Guests appreciate the helpful staff while using WiFi, browsing the library collection, or discussing wedding services. The charming setting creates an ideal atmosphere for any stay.

Very good

Popular amenities

Housekeeping
Free WiFi
Parking included
Business services

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Sept 19 - Sept 20

Tomorrow

Sept 20 - Sept 21

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

3+ beds

Showing 14 of 14 rooms

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

Wonderful

Highlights

Heating

Smart TV

Ceiling fan

Private bathroom

Hairdryer

Jetted bath

Designer toiletries

Digital channels

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Aspen Room, 2 Double Beds, Ground Floor

Exceptional

Highlights

Heating

Smart TV

Ceiling fan

Designer toiletries

Private bathroom

Hairdryer

Digital channels

Desk

Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

Annies Room, 1 King Bed, Ground Floor

Exceptional

Highlights

Heating

Smart TV

Ceiling fan

Designer toiletries

Private bathroom

Hairdryer

Digital channels

Desk

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Hunters Glen Room, 1 King Bed, Ground Floor

Exceptional

Highlights

Heating

Smart TV

Ceiling fan

Designer toiletries

Private bathroom

Hairdryer

Digital channels

Desk

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

McKenzie B Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating

Smart TV

Ceiling fan

Designer toiletries

Hairdryer

Digital channels

Desk

Daily housekeeping

Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

McKenzie A Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating

Smart TV

Ceiling fan

Designer toiletries

Hairdryer

Digital channels

Desk

Daily housekeeping

Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Bidwell Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Fireplace

Exceptional

Highlights

Fireplace

Heating

Smart TV

Ceiling fan

2 bedrooms

Designer toiletries

Private bathroom

Hairdryer

2 bedrooms
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Robins Roost Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

Exceptional

Highlights

Heating

Smart TV

Ceiling fan

Private bathroom

Hairdryer

Jetted bath

Designer toiletries

Digital channels

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Garden Room, 1 King Bed

Exceptional

Highlights

Heating

Smart TV

Ceiling fan

Designer toiletries

Private bathroom

Hairdryer

Digital channels

Desk

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Lassen Room, 1 King Bed

Very good

Highlights

Heating

Smart TV

Ceiling fan

Designer toiletries

Private bathroom

Hairdryer

Digital channels

Desk

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Old Glory Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

Highlights

Heating

Smart TV

Ceiling fan

Private bathroom

Hairdryer

Jetted bath

Designer toiletries

Digital channels

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Rose Room, 1 King Bed Fireplace

Exceptional

Highlights

Fireplace

Heating

Smart TV

Ceiling fan

Designer toiletries

Private bathroom

Hairdryer

Digital channels

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Hummingbird Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Ground Floor

Highlights

Heating

Smart TV

Ceiling fan

Designer toiletries

Private bathroom

Hairdryer

Digital channels

Desk

Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Stover Cottage Cabin, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen

Very good

Highlights

Heating

Kitchen

Full-sized fridge/freezer

Smart TV

Ceiling fan

Separate bedroom

Designer toiletries

Private bathroom

1 bedroom
Sleeps 6
1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Trundle Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

About the area

#1 Main Street, Chester, CA, 96020

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 - 58 min drive - 68.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

‪Bing’s Lake Almanor Bistro - ‬15 min walk
‪Il Lago Pizza & Pasta - ‬10 min drive
‪Pine Shack Frosty - ‬18 min walk
‪Ranch House - ‬3 min drive
‪Lassen Club - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Bidwell House

Bed & breakfast near Lake Almanor

Take advantage of free cooked-to-order breakfast, a garden and a library at The Bidwell House. Free in-room WiFi and a fireplace in reception are available to all guests.

Other perks at this bed & breakfast include:

Free self-parking
2 meeting rooms, wedding services and a vegetable garden
Coffee/tea in reception and a computer station
Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff

Room features

All guest rooms at The Bidwell House have amenities, such as free WiFi.

Extra conveniences in all rooms include:

Heating and ceiling fans
Designer toiletries, baths or showers and hairdryers
40-inch Smart TVs with streaming services and digital channels
Daily housekeeping, electrical adapters/chargers and desks

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

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

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 aged 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 26 November and 9 May.

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.

Cots (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 any lifts

Guests under 18 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property

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Frequently asked questions

Is The Bidwell House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Bidwell House?

As of 19 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Bidwell House on 20 Oct 2025 start from NZ$436.55, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Bidwell House?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Bidwell House?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 6 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Bidwell House?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is The Bidwell House located?

Situated in Chester, this bed & breakfast is within a 10-minute walk of Chester Park and Lake Almanor. Collins Pine Museum is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) away.