Bidwell House

This inn is truly a gem, we had the most wonderful stay even for just one night! Best B&B we have ever been too!

A nice place to stay. We stayed in 4 B+B on this trip We were more satisfied with the other 3

Bidwell house is as charming as its picture. We felt right at home. the owners were busy reopening their restaurant, The Red Onion Grill, but still took the time to be sure we were comfortable. The Mt. Lassen room was fun and beautiful. The shower a luxary treat. Hope to stay again if we every pass thru Chester again. Susan Block

Our family of four stayed in this lovely little bed an breakfast for only one night. I wish we could've extended our stay! From the lovely settings to the great ambiance and service everything was really, really great. It was home away from home!

I can't say enough positive things about the Bidwell House. Eva and Filip are wonderful hosts. They are always willing to go out of their way to get us whatever we need. The rooms are comfortable and inviting. We will definitely be back.

First time at a Bed and Breakfast and it was very nice. Large room, comfortable bed, good breakfast. Double Jacuzzi tub was very nice and relaxing. Grounds were nice, covered in a few inches of snow due to a recent snowfall which was gorgeous.

Loved the sherry by the fireplace. Eva and Filip were extremely friendly and accommodating. Would definitely stay again in the future. Great breakfast in the morning too!

The room was spacious and nicely appointed. The service was friendly and helpful. And the breakfast was great - dessert after breakfast even! Overall, a very enjoyable stay.

Charming location and rooms. Great food and hospitality, in a beautiful area.

So nice to wander the beautiful grounds, borrow the computer to check email, read in the common area and dine on such a delicious breakfast!

We loved this bed & breakfast, except for the reception. There was no one when we arrived in the afternoon, around 3p.m. and the young lady who came after I phoned her (previously reading instructions left at the counter) was just OK, would be a good idea if she could be better trained for a "warmer" reception with a smile, for example. Next morning, we met Eva who was very attentive and nice as well as the lady serving the breakfast which was delicious and gourmet style. The plus detail in the room was the warm air coming from the fan just out the shower. The painting of the hummingbird and the flowers in the shower was beautiful as well. Overall, the house was beautifully decorated, very appropriatly with the Christmas tree by the fireplace.

Our experience at the Bidwell House in Chester, CA was worthy of a return visit. Quiet, quaint, a friendly staff, a comfortable nicely decorated room, and delicious food made for a thoroughly enjoyable stay.

We enoyed our stay at the Bidwell House. We had a corner room with nice views out the windows. We ate dinner at the owners restaurant in Chester and it was delicious. The breakfast served at the inn was high quality as well. All the staff were friendly. Wish we could have stayed longer to enjoy the amenities.

First off we have been staying at the Bidwell house for over 12 years both in the spring and fall months of the year. The area has many things to do such as hiking, fishing,nature walks and a changing view of nature in different seasons and fall colors in the Indian Valley area. Spring brings on the greenery of snow melt and the warmth of longer days. The rooms are very tidy and have themes that are all different yet charming. The service is also top notch with Filip and Eva as well as the staff helping in many ways. One in fact the local knowledge they have for the area around them and what is offered at differnt times of the year. We always find something engaging to do when we stay there. The value is very good in our opinion when you consider what a regular room at a regular hotel runs. Rooms are tended to daily in our case with everthing picked up when we return from our excursions of the day. Dining is very nice also. Good healthy breakfast with an egg dish, fruit, yogurt, and pastry to get you up and going in the morning.

Great to meet the owners of the inn. Enjoy my stay. Yes, will be back!

Even though I messed up the reservation so they had to change my room mid stay, they made it seamless. The breakfast was the best I've ever gotten at a bed and breakfast. Their french toast is amazing. And every employee, to a one, was friendly, cheerful and helpful.

Hade a lovely time at Bidwell House. We felt very well looked-after and enjoyed the quiet surroundings out in the garden. Breakfast was great, though my partner doesn't have a sweet tooth, so it would have been great to have something savoury on the menu... In general - highly recommended!

We were in the garden room, but I'm sure all the rooms are as fastidiously clean as it was. Good lighting, wifi, plenty of outlets for our computers (we work while traveling), and a warm greeting by the Innkeeper Eva. Breakfast was lovely, with plenty of good coffee. Plus, the inn is a place that seemed wonderfully out of the way to us, a very small town. I hope we can return.

A very friendly [family atmosphere] clean B&B very reminiscent of the true B&B's found in Europe/ UK. Made a convenient staging post to see the local area.

Our room was spacious, and the king bed was very comfortable. Breakfasts were excellent. The common areas of the Inn are large and well furnished. This is a great base for seeing Lassen.

We stayed 3 nights in Oct. at Bidwell House and enjoyed it very much. The premises were clean, homey and comfortable. We found the house to be quaint and well managed. Plenty of staff on hand to provide just the right amount of customer service. The breakfast each morning was delicious, hot and timely. Very friendly service. Appreciated having access to the kitchen for coffee and tea in the late afternoon. Enjoyed the Sherry in the sitting area in the early evening.

We recently spent 2 nights at the Bidwell House B&B and we enjoyed our stay very much. The room was clean and comfortable and the breakfasts were delicious and nutritious as well. It was nice to have access to the kitchen for coffee and tea anytime. We made use of the guest fridge outside too and that was a huge plus since we planned to "picnic" for lunch and dinner for the two days we were there. The first night we stayed, we went to the Red Onion Grill, recommended by the B&B staff. It was a pretty nice little restaurant for a small town, and the food was way better than we expected. We both had salmon which was moist and cooked nicely and the dessert was surprisingly rich and not too sweet. VERY happy with our dinners there. The only criticism I'd give to the B&B is that there was no heater in the bathroom and it's COLD in the mornings! And also we were never greeted by the innkeepers. The young girl who worked there gave us our key and sort of showed us around. That was just fine, but in the morning the owner was cooking and her husband was sitting at the desk and not speaking to anyone. I expected just a little bit more of a personal greeting and introduction. Other than that, it was a very nice place, very relaxing stay, and we will be back in the future.

Excellent B&B in a very small town. Close proximity to Lassen Park. The food was amazing. The grounds and common areas were great to hang out in. Our room was very comfortable. This is the place to stay if you are in the area.

The people were very friendly and helpful, especially the mother and daughter. A very pleasant stay.

We had a lovely time, we stayed in the Aspen room & the rest of us were in the cabin. The rooms were clean & inviting & the grounds were gorgeous! The staff was delightful and each of us would stay there again in the future.

Charming find, comfortable and delightful. Staff was helpful in all respects. Stop your travels and spend a night at the Bidwell, you will be very pleased and delighted. I especially loved hearing a cow in the early morning, reminded me of my childhood, growing up on a farm.

We have always loved the area -- but first time at this B&B. Outstanding experience!!

Stayed at Bidwell House many times. Always a good experience. Eva, Filip and staff are most gracious and helpful. Great breakfasts. Comfy beds. The only "con" would be highway noise at night. We stayed in Robins Roost. Bothered my husband a bit. I slept thru it.

The Bidwell House felt more like a motel than B&B. Great breakfast but weak coffee. No local feel. And don't eat at the Red Onion (recommended by staff)!

Stayed for 3 nights to visit Lassen N.P.. Accommodation in the Lassen room is perfect with a fantastic shower, however the bed raised on a platform could be a trip hazard, we stumbled twice. Breakfast was 3 courses and different every day and excellent with very friendly service from the staff. You get the complete run of the house with kitchen access if required and an honour bar with wines and beers. The only complaint was a swarm of small flies on the balcony, some of which did get in the room.

I was hesitating to reserve a bed and breakfast, so my surprise was even bigger. Not only the rooms are clean, confortable, but they are nicer decorated than in a standard hotel. My wife liked it so much that she has chosen to relax there the whole day, instead of going with me and the two eldest daughters to visit Lassen Volcanic Park.

We just returned from our 4 night stay at Bidwell House B&B in the charming town of Chester, CA. What can I say - a truly enchanting experience in every way. The inn itself is on the edge of town and is beautiful. Our room was quiet, large and impeccably clean, nicely decorated with antiques, comfortable king bed, and a jacuzzi tub in the bath. A large community refrigerator served us well and our food was undisturbed. The rooms are in the rear so there is absolutely no road noise, just the sounds of birds in the aspens outside our window. The grounds are large with a quiet patio, lots of trees, and a vegetable garden frequented by deer. But the highlight was the friendly service. Eva, our innkeeper, was delightful, and personally led the staff in delivering to our room our (don't miss this!!) Touch of Romance breakfast. This included bubbly, delicious fancy food, and a huge long-stem red rose. More than worth the extra $30. Chester is a very friendly town on Lake Almanor. There are lots of water sports, and Lassen Volcanic NP (our focus) is just 45 min. away. On mornings we were out too early for the yummy breakfast at Bidwell, we hit the nearby Kopper Kettle for good food and to rub elbows with some of the local town characters. We travel the West a lot, and the Bidwell House B&B is the nicest stay in recent memory. Well worth the price, beautiful, friendly service, great food, and quiet (yes, even the few children were well-behaved!) - what's not to like? Yes we will definitely be back!

This B&B looks exactly as lovely and looked after as on the website pictures. Rooms are spacious and nicely furnished, with a homey bathroom. Top notch, however, is the breakfast meal: a freshly cooked 3-course menu. Definitely a place I would revisit anytime.

Stayed in the George Miller room - very spacious and comfortable - even had a recliner in the room. The breakfast was outstanding and the staff were very nice.

Thanks to Eva for her hospitality and for going above and beyond to cater to our very specific vegetarian needs at breakfast. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in the very well appointed rooms, relished the beautiful backyard and spent a wonderful evening in the lounge (which felt very home-like). We will definitely recommend Bidwell House to friends and family and certainly come back for a visit.

As per my previous stays with you, all went well and I have no complaints. All staff was competent and friendly. Room was nice, clean, and comfortable. Hope to be back in the future.........Thanks, Rick

My wife and I stayed 1 night while passing through town on our honeymoon. We stayed in the Old Glory room and it was very nice,well decorated and very,very clean. The staff was friendly and we really wish we could have stayed another night or 2 but we already had made reservations further up the road in central Oregon. The only problem with our stay was when we returned from dinner that evening there were lots of little flying bugs maybe mosquitoes that had congregated around all the outer light fixtures leading to our room.This is not a deal breaker because everything else was fabulous We were there August 1st so this may not be an issue during other months of the year. We have relatives in the area so we will definitely stay here again when we get a chance to get this way again.

Great Breakfast both days. Add the touch of romance package--sipping champagne and eating chocolates on the front porch our first night there really set the tone for our whole weekend.

The rooms are good, breakfast excellent and the ambience of the inn is restful and sunny A perfect base for mount lassen national park

We arrived late to find a friendly letter with everything we needed to know, including how to make ourselves tea. The room was lovely (a great space to do yoga with the sun coming up) and breakfasts were delicious. The staff was friendly and very helpful. We loved that we could go into the kitchen and make tea whenever we wanted (and could have helped ourselves to complimentary sherry). It's very close to Lassen and many walks. We were sad to leave!

large comfortable room, nicely decorated. needed a soapdish for the sink!

The room and grounds are beautiful and inviting. After the tour and looking at our room, we immediately asked if a room was available for us to stay a second night (it was a weekend, so unfortunately, they were completely booked). We loved everything about our stay! The bed was really comfortable and the large jetted tub was very romantic.

stayed there 3 nights in July 2011 in the Aspen room. Lovely decoration and outstandingly yummy breakfasts!

The Bidwell House is a charming B&B in Chester Ca. My husband and I would highly recommend a stay there if you are in the area. The staff is very courteous and goes out of their way to make your stay enjoyable. The rooms are spacious and well appointed to help make your stay enjoyable. And the breakfasts are superb! They are 3 course meals that are delicious! We also liked the charming atmosphere of the front porch and just taking time to unwind and watch the world go by. We will definitely be back.

We have stayed many places in Chester. Most are fairly primitive and set up for hunters and hikers. The Bidwell House adds a touch of class to the quaint town of Chester. We were pleasantly surprised at how beautiful and peaceful it was. The staff was great. Breakfast was excellent. Loved it!!!

I will always love staying at the Bidwell House. The only thing that could use improvement would be the creaky stairs and maybe more available ice. Otherwise, the staff is superb and my stay is always comfortable and clean. -Brandon

Bidwell House is a beautiful, idyllic property to have a getaway. We enjoyed delicious breakfasts each morning and romantic evenings on the front porch swing. From beginning to end, we had a relaxing, comfortable stay. Especially after long days of fun at Lake Almanor and Lassen Volcanic National Park, between which the BnB is perfectly located. We didn't want to leave.

During the July 4th weekend we (Hubby and a teen daughter) stayed two nights at the Bidwell House while visiting the Lassen National Park. This is our first time ever to stay in a B&B. What a positive surprise! The Bidwell House is a unique, charming, meticulously maintained B&B. The entire staff are friendly. Filip is very helpful to orient me around the area (We had to change the plan due to the main road closure in LVNP). Our room (The Garden room) is in superb condition. The 3-course breakfast is delicious and filling. The sherry was handy for my hubby at the end of the day, and the freshly-baked cookies kept my daughter happy. The gray/black house cat kept my daughter entertained. Worth noting that the guests to the House are also very friendly and helpful. An active couple from the bay area chatted with me one night at the common room, and gave me some good suggestions on the hiking trails to explore. What a difference from the big chain hotels! Overall, Bidwell House is a wonderful homey place to relax and enjoy the Lassen area. We will definitely come back if visiting the area again.

Bidwell House is a lovely, comfortable and very friendly B&B in Chester, next to Lake Almanor and an easy drive to two main trailheads in Lassen Volcanic National Park. My wife, son, and I just finished our 2nd stay there and had a great time.

The hosts were so very welcoming and kind. We had the meadow room. Unfortunately there were ants, but this is a B&B in the middle of the countryside! The two-person tub was fun, though a little small for these two people :) House cleaning forgot to clean our room one day, but the hosts were very apologetic.

This was a very nice accomadation if you want to get away for a while and slow down, the town was fun, and many shops and restaraunts were in walking distance. (a side note, the town closes at 5pm, the only thing open was the grocery store and restaurants, so be forwarned if you need to purchase anything.) A lake view through the windows of our upper story room topped it off well. Breakfast was excellent, and the room was quite large with a wonderful jacuzzi tub. Overall I would say Bidwell House was on par with anywhere I've stayed in the Napa Valley, and at half the price, a great value.

We arrived late at the Bidwell House but everything was ready for us to settle in for the night. We were invited to help ourselves to tea or hot chocolate before bed. The breakfast was amazing and the service/helpfulness of the staff outstanding. I would heartily recommend the Bidwelll House to anyone.

My husband and I stayed for two nights for our 17th wedding anniversary. We were so pleased with the place. It is so much nicer in person, and the room was just beautiful! They had a great special which included breakfast in bed and a $40 certificate to a near by restaurant, which was very good. We never met the owners, but the helpers were extremely. We had the corner room which looked out over the yard, and even some snow flurries to watch from our bed. I highly recommend this place and would definitely go back!

Lovely house and very comfortable rooms. Excellent breakfast; I would say one of the best we had in the US but that benchmark is pretty low - this was good by international standards. Chester is a pleasant town - good birdwatching easily to hand by Almanor lake and good restaurants in town - try Burger Depot

My husband and I recently stayed ay the Bidwell House. The room was very nice and the service was good. Breakfast the next morning was very good and overall I think it is value for money.

Awesome place to stay. Excellent room, service, views, etc. Can't wait to come back and stay longer than one night!

Eva and Filip were great hosts, warm and friendly. We will definitely plan to stay there again.

This great getaway is a reasonable drive from the SF bay area into pristine snow country. The snow-shoeing into the country-side in April was a highlight! The hospitality was warm and friendly and the inn provides all of the conveniences of modern living. Our hosts were genuine and caring and provided a wonderful three course breakfast each of the three mornings we stayed. We will be back in the summer! Thanks for a wonderful experience.

We came on a day when it had snowed to the rafters...a true haven in the storm. We wish we'd been there when the grounds were available to us as well. Eva's hospitality and cooking are outstanding and we found the experience most gracious and comfortable. Thank you!

It's very cozy and nice hotel. Especially the breakfast is really good !!!!

I've stayed at the Bidwell House many times over the years and have always had an enjoyable and comfortable stay. I've always taken the Humminbird Room but others I have seen look to be just as comfortable. The breakfast is always a delight and I'm already looking forward to my next trip. Linda

Bidwell house was truly excellent. Our room was excellent, clean, spoacious and had a double jacuzzi! Breakfast was on time, servers were gracious and efficient, and the meal balanced yummy and nutritious. Staff were very polite and helpful as was the owner. Forget Tahoe unless you want casinos and gazillions of people. We snowshoed our hearts out over 3 days (Lassen and local backcountry) and saw the !most!!!! awesome scenery after 5 feet of new snow. Dinner at the Bidwell's owner's restaurant (Red Onion in Chester) was very good, reasonable, and featured a 2nd night's 50% off on ANY bottle of wine..... woohoo!.... just the ticket after a full day snowshoeing. My wife and I were very happy and we will definitely be back. We had a blast

We love the Bidwell House and look forward to staying in February each year. The staff are very attentive and friendly. The atmosphere is warm and cozy, even with lots of snow on the ground. Watching the snowfall outside the windows with a fire going is heavenly.

Very cold at nights. Every one made you feel like you where at home. Breakfast was great each morning. Glass of dry sherry was soothing in the early evening. Lassen National Park was a lot of fun and great snow shoe hiking. Most of the shops were closed. We will go back this summer and stay at the Bidwell House and do some hikes and mountain bike riding.

The Bidwell House is a quaint B&B in Chester, CA. I lodged in Bidwell House itself, not the addition in the back. The room was very nicely appointed, albeit a bit cramped, but it is a room in a house with a slanted roof. Noise from neighboring rooms was audible, but not disturbing, as were street traffic sounds. The bed was very comfortable. The room was warm (stayed in winter). The shared bathroom was large and well appointed. The owners of the Bidwell House make their livingroom, kitchen, and dining area open to the guests at any time. The fireplace was wonderful and stocked with lots of firewood. There is an excellent game room/sitting room with lots of board games, books, and movies. The only part of the visit that was sub-par was the food. Breakfast was predetermined by the owners (although I think you can order off the predetermined menu). The food is of mediocre quality. Based on a hunt for hot chocolate late one night, I realized that the Bidwell House neither serves nor offers organic foods, fair trade foods, or even premium ingredients. For example, a nice touch is the availability of sherry in the evenings by the fireplace. The sherry comes from a box. Another example is that coffee is limited to two or three types, none of which is organic, fair-trade, or shade grown. Plus, the coffee served was bland. If comfort is your highest priority, the Bidwell House is great. If food is your greatest pleasure, make alternative food arrangements.

Enjoyed the accommodations very much. Was a nice place to come home to.

Had a great stay at the Bidwell House over the holidays! It was very cold and snowy in Chester. Perfect holiday weather and very cozy inside!

This is the third year we have stayed in the Stover-McKenzie Cottage at the Bidwell House. We love the clean, cozy room, the full kitchen, and the warm woodstove. It is the ideal place for a family to get away and enjoy the snow! The breakfasts served in the main house are always amazing; lots of food, and a great variety! The staff is friendly and accommodating of all our needs. Eva and Filip have always been welcoming and personable.

Loved the Bidwell House. Stayed there years ago, and wasn't disappointed going back a second time. Loved the Rose room, and the wood stove heats the room like an oven! Food and people were wonderful.

Great value, the staff was excellent, our first B&B and we had a wonderful time, I highly recommend the bidwell house, breakfast was excellent and the town is extremely friendly!!

We only stayed one night at The Bidwell House, but it was wonderful. Very relaxing. The "living room" downstairs had a great fire going and very homey and comfortable to just sit in a chair and read one of their many books or bring your own. They also have a very bright "sun" type room next to the living room where there is a tv and a small laptop computer you can use. We stayed in the MacKenzie B room and it was small but just what we wanted. There were no other people staying in the main house that night so we had the bathroom all to ourselves. The staff was very friendly and we enjoyed sitting on the porch swing for a bit in the quiet of the night. Would definately recommend to anyone who wants a homey environment with pretty property around it.

Very quiet place to stay. Enjoyed the fireplace in our room as it was cold and rainy part of the time. The breakfasts were excellent. I would recommend a stay here if you just want to get away and relax.

My husband and I recently spent three nights at the Bidwell House. We were entirely satisfied with all aspects of our stay. What particularly stood out to us was how happy the people who live and work there seem to be--always a sign of a healthy place, we think. Staff was attentive but not intrusive, and accommodated all our needs. Would definitely stay there again.

Drove up thru Feather River Scenic Byway and the Volcanic Legacy Scenic Byway and saw the various fall colors. The Bidwell House only added to the beauty of our trips, beautiful grounds, wonderful staff, the breakfast was spectacular, and felt right at home. Will definitely return.

Everything was nicely done, couldn't have asked for more. We had a wonderful jetted tub in our bathroom and great king sized bed. Hosts were friendly and the breakfast was excellent. Dinner at the Red Onion was outstanding. Couldn't believe this gem was in such a tiny community.

We have been coming to the Bidwell House for the last few years. Our Honeymoon and Aniversarys. The town of Chester, with the looming Mt Lassen nat. park in the distance is a wonderful getaway from the hussle and bussel of the city life. The House, once owned by California Pioneer John Bidwell is quaint and the surrounding groomed property is beautiful. We will be coming back for many years to come.

The grounds are beautiful and the room we stayed in was large and clean, with a very comfortable bed. I would absolutely stay there again!

Didn't want a routine motel room, routine environment or routine service. Bidwell was perfect! Slept well, relaxed on site well, fed well at breakfast, and the place is clean! Thanks again for your hospitality!

I enjoyed the Bidwell House B&B. The rooms were nice, quiet, clean, and the shower was wonderful. Very good breakfast service in the morning as well. I think it is a great place to stay when in the area.

Exceptionally friendly and accomodating! Lovely home; room and bath were very clean. Breakfast was fantastic! Had a great stay.

This was a great Bed and Breakfast. The rooms are decorated very nice and they are unique. The living area was very relaxing and enjoyable with the fireplace going in the evening. The grounds are very nice, very beautiful setting. I would like to return again.

The three course breakfast was delicious and our room was cute. We had a great trip!

We spent three nights at the Bidwell House and found the entire staff to be very friendly. The Innkeepers Eva and Filip were extremely friendly, helpful and accommodating. We had a wonderful stay and would definitely go back.

Our Bidwell B&B weekend was very relaxing, with a great friendly staff. We enjoyed the swing on the porch, reading in the gazebo, the Rose room, and a fantastic breakfast. Though good evening dining in and around Chester seemed to be very limited if you want to celebrate a special occasion.

Beautiful spot, friendly and helpful staff. Great breakfast!

I really enjoyed the decor and the tasty treats at the front desk. The brandy by the fire was a nice touch, and the comfy sitting room with relaxing music playing was ideal to unwind after a long day of driving. I will say that the room and service met my expectations. The room, bathroom, and common areas were clean enough to walk around and not get dirty socks!! Surfaces were also clean. The kitchen was open to guests who wanted snacks or to heat up their own food or hot beverage. The one thing I was really let down by was the breakfast. Yogurt with honey bunches of oats cereal on top missed the mark. Perhaps homemade granola on yogurt would have been more appropriate, or fresh local fruit with raw honey or something. The omelet appeared to be made using exactly one medium sized egg. Very thin, and there was barely anything in it - a couple shredded spinach leaves with I think a tablespoon of sour cream on top. :( The toast was good, but no local jam, just Smuckers. The berry turnover thing was decent as far as a pastry goes, and so that really helped me get over the omelet let down. I did receive very prompt and courteous service when requesting a reservation (the same day I think) and so that exceeded my expectations. Wish the breakfast was a bit more authentic. I would stay here again, although I'd be realistic about the breakfast offerings. Many thanks for the nice stay!!

We decided to explore northern California on our way from the Bay Area to Oregon. A write-up about the national park in Lassen, in VIA magazine, intrigued us. We chose the Bidwell House based on the article and were not disappointed. We didn't even realize until we booked that it was a B&B, so learning that we had breakfast waiting was a bonus--and an incredible bonus. That and the very friendly staff made the stay superior. We will visit again--even when not en route to somewhere else.

This is a very nice historic place, with very good facilities to make the guests stay as pleasant as possible.Some rooms back on to Highway 36 which makes them a little noisy but not too bad.I had a shared bathroom which was OK. Lassen Volcanic Park is a wonderful place to visit and from here you can drive to the Western end of the park,or to Butte Lake and Cinder Cone,or to Juniper Lake or Drakesbed. The only complaint I have is that the breakfast is fairly small, especially if you want to hike,and sometimes not that nutricious.

We had a very pleasant time at the Bidwell House and would certainly come back again.

Very nice common areas and grounds. Very helpful staff