Discover our remodeled 1,100 sq-ft country guesthouse nestled on 4 acres adjacent to Lake Oroville, where deer roam freely daily. Perfect for long-term stays with full amenities including washer/dryer and reliable WiFi for remote work. Kids will love our outdoor adventure playground featuring a zipline and tire swing! Enjoy peaceful evenings stargazing from your private patio while surrounded by natural beauty. Your ideal home away from home, and just minutes from lake recreation.
**** Highlights ****
• Perfect Escape - Tucked away from city life on 4 peaceful acres adjacent to Lake Oroville
• Long-term Stays - We have had nurses, firemen, forestry workers, construction workers, arborists, and others working in Plumas National Forest, Paradise, Oroville or Chico stay long-term with us
• Private Guesthouse - The guesthouse is across the driveway from the main house and behind a privacy fence for your seclusion
• Modern Design - Fresh, modern interior with all the comforts of home
• Cozy Living Space - Beautiful kitchen island, memory foam pull-out sofa, and electric fireplace
• Family-Friendly - Children's books, toys, and access to outdoor playground with activities for kids, and cornhole bean bag toss for the adults
• Stargazing Paradise - Private patio perfect for wildlife watching and night sky viewing
• Year-Round Comfort - Window AC unit, portable air conditioners, and furnace heating system
• Bathroom Essentials - The bathrooms include bodywash, shampoo, conditioner, hand soap, large soft towels, hand towels, and washcloths.
**** Sleeping Arrangements ****
• Master Bedroom: Queen bed with attached walk-in closet containing fold-up twin bed
• Second Bedroom: Twin over full bunk bed
• Living Room: Memory foam pull-out sofa
• Each bedroom equipped with portable AC, fan, and space heater for customized comfort
**** Premium Amenities ****
• Full kitchen with gas stove, dishwasher, air fryer, microwave, toaster, coffee maker and cooking essentials
• Reliable WiFi (rated for 200MB download/20MB upload)
• Dedicated workspace at kitchen table for remote working
• TV with Roku to access all of your major streaming platforms
• Washer/dryer in unit for extended stays
• Single-level home with no stairs - easy accessibility
**** Lake Oroville Access & Activities ****
• Important Note: Lake Oroville is owned by CA State Parks with NO DIRECT lake access from any private property, meaning you have to go to a marina for boating and swimming access
• Beautiful Views: Enjoy stunning lake vistas from our property and main cabin deck
• Boating Options: Experience the lake via kayak, ski boat, pontoon or houseboat
• Convenient Marina: Lime Saddle Marina visible from our property (just 12 minutes away) offers rentals and launch services
• Premier Fishing: Lake Oroville is renowned for excellent bass fishing
• Alternative Swimming: Nearby Rock Creek, Feather River (Riverbend Park), and North Thermalito Forebay offer great swimming options
**** Wildlife & Natural Wonders ****
• Daily Wildlife Visitors: Observe deer, turkeys and diverse bird species right on the property
• Scenic Drives: Take the spectacular drive up Highway 70 to discover breathtaking waterfalls, mountain vistas, and swimming holes
• Star Gazing: Experience incredible night skies away from city lights
• Sunset Views: Special vantage points on property for stunning sunset views over the lake and mountains
• Hiking Adventures: Phantom Falls trail offering moderate challenge with incredible rewards
**** Local Attractions ****
• Farm fresh eggs available from neighbor's ranch on your way in
• Oroville Dam - Historic site with walking paths and panoramic views
• Bidwell Park in Chico - Larger than NYC's Central Park with natural swimming areas
• Downtown Chico - Charming shops, farmers market, and local boutiques
• Union & Provisions (Oroville) - Top local dining spots for upscale casual meals
• Sierra Nevada Taproom & Restaurant (Chico) - World-class brewery with excellent food
**This listing is for the entire Country Guesthouse exclusively (on the right when driving up). There is a large main lakehouse cabin with huge deck (on the left when driving up) on the property across the driveway that is a rental for 10 as well (ask us about renting it too!).**
**** Other Things to Note ****
• The house and patio are private. The property is shared between the guests of both houses and otherwise on the property.
• THERE IS NO DIRECT ACCESS TO THE LAKE FOR SWIMMING, the property is on a steep decline into the lake, guarded by trees and rocks.
• At times, the lake level is low, but can be seen from the edge of the property.
• The roads once you get off of the 70 highway heading into our property (Truex and Trevor) and all of the properties on them are private, and our neighbors are quite protective about that (you’ll see the signs), so please limit traveling on them slowly to getting in and out of the property only. DO NOT go beyond our driveway (which would be taking a right when leaving the driveway) on Trevor road as this is a private road.
• The refrigerator and freezer will be emptied, but we have a full array of dry seasonings and spices to cook with.
• The water and ice dispenser on the outside of the refrigerator does not work, but the faucet water is safe to drink, and there is ice in the freezer.
• We have a septic system, so there are times that the laundry room has an odor when it is unused. Doing laundry in the washing machine and taking showers helps eliminate it.
• Specifically for large towels, we provide one large towel per person, so 6 total for 6 guests, in order to reduce cleaning costs.
• We have portable AC/Heat units in the bedrooms (which can be a bit on the louder side), space heaters in the bedrooms and bathroom, a window AC unit and portable AC unit in the living room, a furnace in the living room, and a faux-fireplace in the entertainment center in the living room.
• We have 1 TV setup on guest mode, which you can log into any of your streaming subscriptions.
• We have four security cameras on-site, all are outside. One each faces the front of each house, and the other two are near the “Store” monitoring the backyard. They are on, but only trigger by extreme motion, such as cars driving through.
• While our property is very fun and offers lots of adventures, please be advised that there are dangerous elements such as steep slopes, play structures, high structures without railings, poisonous plants, poisonous/dangerous wildlife, holes, tall trees with brittle branches, rope swings, zip-lines, wildfire risks, mudslide risks, bicycles and many other dangerous or potentially deadly elements out of our control. You and your guests are at your own risks with no liability to the owners when you book our property.
• If you need to have mail sent to the property during your stay, send it via UPS or Fedex so that it is delivered to the front door. DO NOT SEND VIA THE UNITED STATES POSTAL SERVICE (USPS), since the mailbox is not accessible since it is a vacation property.
• For the Recycling Bin in front of the house, ONLY put empty cans, glass bottles, or plastic bottles in them. NO TRASH.
• We have Orkin Pest Control for inside and outside the house, but we also live in a wooded, rural area near the lake. As such, there may be occasional spiders, mouse droppings, ants or other bugs that sneak their way inside. We do our best to prevent this, but there are some things out of our control.
**** Guest Access ****
The house is located about 30 minutes southeast of Chico off of highway 70. There is about 0.5 miles of a non-lighted, gravel road leading to the driveway that can be easily navigated by all types of cars. The property offers plenty of space for parking several vehicles, including oversized vehicles such as RVs.
The house is equipped with a smart lock to allow hassle free check-in and easy access for all guests.
The roads once you get off of the 70 highway heading into our property (Truex and Trevor) and all of the properties on them are private, and our neighbors are quite protective about that (you’ll see the signs), so please limit traveling on them to getting in and out of the property only.
Please travel very slowly on the unpaved portion of the road leading up to our driveway.
