Family-friendly vacation rentals in Butte County

Little House in the Big Woods

Escape to a remodeled guest cabin tucked among the tall pines on our family’s 5 acres. Just 20 minutes from Chico & 1 hour from Lassen National Park. Enjoy the warmth of the pellet stove, cozy bedding, fire pit, and thoughtful touches throughout as well as amenities like fast wifi, BBQ and washer/dryer. If you’re craving a quiet place to rest, a home base for adventure, or a breath of fresh mountain air, you’ll find it here. Hike, bike, swim, or explore by day and return to quiet forest comfort.

Bright, spacious guest house near one-mile park

Enjoy a stylish getaway at this quiet, spacious, centrally-located studio guesthouse! Located within a short walk of Chico's One-Mile park and swimming hole, and just one mile from downtown and the university. Very fast WiFi. Private back patio with a small gas grill. Excellent air conditioning and heating, fully appointed kitchen. Full bathroom with bathtub. It comfortably fits two people but can accommodate one more with a portable twin bed or a queen-sized air mattress, provided upon request

Mansion Park Estate (Swimming pool)

Centrally located and walkable to downtown Chico, Chico State and Bidwell Park. Located on a tree lined street in an upscale neighborhood. Come relax in this 1912 built original estate with lots of rich history. Tastefully upgraded yet still holds the older home charm with a perfect mix of old and new. Dual rain shower heads in a MASSIVE walk in shower, plenty of space for kids and adults alike. Don’t forget the POOL, perfect for cooling off after one of Chico’s many summer events! SO charming!

Tranquility

Relax by yourself or with the family at this peaceful place to stay. The night skies are amazing. If your coming up to fish, the Lake and river are close by and you can park your boat on the gated property. The owners live on the property, but are not on top of you. Also Charlie the dog lives on this property, he is very social. Overlook the town of Oroville with a beautiful view and the Buttes. Minutes from the Hospital and the Gold Country Casino Resort. Several hiking trails nearby.

Llama lookout cottage w/a Pool, Hot Tub & Gardens

A healing “Llama treat" retreat. Elegant cottage overlooking a meadow-full of llamas and their babies. Relax in the outdoor hot tub, swim in the large swimming pool, take a walk along a seasonal creek, stroll in the lush gardens or just relax on the green lawn. The cottage has a full kitchen and is very suitable for families with children of all ages. Enjoy the outdoor sitting & dining areas, the hanging hammock and the friendly dogs & cats. My books & gift store: Mosaic is open daily.

Quiet Paradise Family Home View

Escape to our peaceful, cabin-style retreat on a quiet street in the resilient, rebuilding town of Paradise. Perfect for families, this open 3-bedroom home features a cozy fireplace for winter evenings and a beautiful front patio for dining amidst a lovely treescape. We know you will quickly feel right at home! Spend a day on Lake Oroville at Lime Saddle Marina. Located right in your backyard, they offer everything you need to get out on the water, from speed boats to kayaks and paddle pads

Cottage By The Creek

Upgraded this year (2026): New fridge/freezer, gas stove, and Delta Heat grill! The perfect set up for a peaceful, relaxing vacation or your temporary home away from home when working out-of-town. Ideally located, the cottage is 1 mile from downtown, 6 blocks from Enloe Hospital, and a 10 minute walk to Chico State. There is parking, fast internet, cable, queen size bed, hot tub, pool, bbq, corn hole game, breakfast fixings and snacks, spacious deck, fire pit table and outdoor waterfall.

Kern’s Pond Paradise Lovely Private Suite

We love our Airbnb suite, and you will too! A bright room and relaxing spa await you on your private floor suite. You will enjoy your beautiful and airy bedroom with connected living and dining area, private bathroom, and small kitchenette. Step out your front door and into the hot tub overlooking a peaceful pond. You will enjoy the peace of Paradise but be only minutes away from Chico and many fun activities. Antique shopping, Fishing, Hiking, Swimming, Water sports, are all close by.

Orchard Cottage w/ Level 2 EV Charger Available

This cottage was completely remodeled in 2020. It sits on the back of our property and backs up to an orchard. The property is over an acre. It is quiet and peaceful. You will find fruit trees, grapes, a garden and chickens. The chickens roam the property during the day. There is a covered patio and fire pit to enjoy the evenings in Chico. If you like to cook outdoors there is a gas BBQ & pellet grill/smoker. It is 1.8 miles from Chico State and Downtown.

Historic Home in Downtown for a Couple or Group

In the heart of historic downtown Oroville, Judge Gray's home (est. 1875), offers four suites (each w/ private bathroom and shower), kitchen, dining room, parlor, office & laundry. A couple or group of eight adults (no children) can enjoy the house while exploring the beauty and history of Butte County. One suite per guest (two guests maximum per suite.) Unbooked suites will be locked to keep the cleaning fee affordable for smaller groups.

“Little Havana” Studio in Downtown Chico

Turn of the century building in downtown Chico, Ca features an UPSTAIRS studio apartment (no elevator) with a fully adjustable Queen size bed. Complimentary parking is available for long term stays. Centrally located in downtown, this studio is a two to five minute walk to restaurants, night life and shopping and Chico State University. Bidwell Park, Sierra Nevada Brewery, Enloe Hospital and more are just minutes away by car.

River front Cabin on the Middle Fork of Yuba River

This beautiful 3 acre river front cabin on the middle fork of the Yuba River is in the Tahoe National Forest. Two bedrooms and a loft that sleeps 9. Nevada City is just 15 to 20 minutes away, with Bullards Bar Reservoir just 10 minutes away for fishing and boating. Lots of hiking and mountain bike riding trails nearby. BBQ on the rear deck while you view the river in the backyard with your own private beach.