Relax in the serene Zen Garden, a tranquil retreat close to Enloe and downtown Chico. This Japanese-inspired haven offers a backyard patio with BBQ, game room, and beautifully maintained gardens tended by a dedicated gardener.
Reviews
8.88.8 out of 10
Excellent
Entire home
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8106 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space
The current price is ¥20,946
¥20,946
¥63,386 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 5 - Apr 6
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Japanese-Style Retreat: Fountain, Hot Tub, Arcade
🧘♂️🌸 Welcome to the Zen Garden Retreat! Located near Enloe and Downtown Chico, this corner-lot hideaway is the perfect place to kick off your shoes, unwind, and enjoy the peaceful charm of this beautiful town. Inspired by Japanese design, the home invites stillness, simplicity, and comfort.
🏯🛏️ Japanese-Inspired Interior: You’ll notice several traditional elements throughout the home:
The King bed and Twin beds sit low to the ground to honor Japanese design.
Prefer a standard-height bed? The Queen bed is elevated as usual. Please note: The home is located on a busy road.
🌿 Outdoor Spaces: Our backyard is currently simple and undergoing redesign due to recent fires. You`ll find:
When entering the bonus room, please watch for the step.
The front gate is being worked on and is tied open—please do not remove or tamper with the stakes.
🚫 Do not park in front of the business across the street. Thank you!
There is local street artwork near the home—if cars slow down to look, that’s completely normal!
🐾❤️ Pets Welcome! Bring your furry friends! A $48 per pet fee applies. Please let us know ahead of time.
☕😌 Stress-Free Checkout: Since a cleaning fee is included, checkout is simple—just leave the home in reasonable condition and enjoy that final morning cup of coffee.
🌳👨🌾 Gardener Notice: Our gardener works flexibly and may appear at various times to tend to the grounds. Thank you for your patience and appreciation of our green spaces!
📄 Check-In Requirements:
All guests must sign a rental agreement
Government-issued ID required prior to check-in
Non-Airbnb bookings require a credit card hold (released after stay if no damages occur)
⏰🔑 Early Check-Ins: Early check-ins before 4 PM require host approval and are not guaranteed. Please message us to check availability.
🌿🏗️ Backyard Update: We are actively redoing the landscaping. Expected completion: January 1st, 2026.
💳📢 Payment Info: Your card statement will show angiesstays, not VRBO. VRBO only charges the service fee; the reservation fee comes directly from us.
📞🔍 Local Guest Policy: Locals booking this property:
Will undergo background checks
Will receive a verification call before check-in
We do not accept Google Voice or service numbers If these conditions aren’t met, we are authorized to cancel the booking.
🧾 Refunds: Cancellations receive 96% refund (4% fee applies). •Please refrain from wearing shoes in the house
•Please do not force the driving gate. There is an entrance designated for walking into the unit. The button for the walk-in gate is on the back of the door handle
*Drive-in gate stays open for only 60 seconds and does not have a touch sensor. We are not held liable if the gate hits your car - 60 seconds should be plenty of time to drive in and out
*The inconvenience fee for losing the driveway gate remote key is $150
•Please do not disturb the neighbors—honor quiet hours of 9pm to 6am
Thank you in advance for respecting my home :)
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transportation
Car not required
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Refrigerator
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/bathtub combination
Entertainment
TV
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Garden
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming cats and dogs only
2 pets total
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
•Please refrain from wearing shoes in the house
•Please do not force the driving gate. There is an entrance designated for walking into the unit. The
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
We should mention
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
Property is also known as
245495
About the neighborhood
Chico is home to this vacation home. Cinemark Tinseltown Chico 14 and Bowlero Chico are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Chico Community Labyrinth and Paradise Preforming Art Center. Visit our Chico travel guide
Is Japanese-Style Retreat: Fountain, Hot Tub, Arcade pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much does it cost to stay at Japanese-Style Retreat: Fountain, Hot Tub, Arcade?
As of Mar 18, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Japanese-Style Retreat: Fountain, Hot Tub, Arcade on Apr 5, 2026 start from ¥20,946, excluding 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?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Japanese-Style Retreat: Fountain, Hot Tub, Arcade?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Japanese-Style Retreat: Fountain, Hot Tub, Arcade?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Japanese-Style Retreat: Fountain, Hot Tub, Arcade located?
Situated in Chico, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of SacValley MedShare and Cinemark Tinseltown Chico 14. California State University-Chico and Bidwell Mansion State Historic Park are also within 2 mi (3 km).
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Japanese-Style Retreat: Fountain, Hot Tub, Arcade Reviews
Reviews
Excellent
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This house is so cute. Great location, very comfortable and quaint. Will definitely stay here again. Mo was a great host and very responsive to any communication.
This was a beautiful house and the owners were fantastic about communicating at check-in, check-out and even checked in during our stay. Would definitely rent again!
My family stayed in this house over Thanksgiving and we appreciated the well equipped and roomy kitchen, the three bedrooms, and the comfy living room at a great price. I highly recommend this property. Thank you!
This is a lovely home and we particularly enjoyed the Asian motif. The house was spacious, clean, in a nice quiet neighborhood & conveniently located. We also liked having a fenced backyard for our dog. The hosts were very responsive. They answered our questions promptly and clearly. We enjoyed our stay. Thank you for for providing a nice place for us to stay.
My friend and our two 13-year olds needed a place with enough beds (this was perfect - the boys got the two twin beds), within walking distance of downtown (about 2 miles) and somewhere safe so the boys could wander around without us. They really enjoyed being independent. We also enjoyed the hot tub. The house was very clean, very comfortable and nicely decorated. Communicating with the host was super easy, they were very quick to reply and give suggestions. Nothing about this visit would we change.
This was a great place, super clean and cute. Hosts were super responsive. They only thing I would say is that it really only sleeps 6 in beds, unless you plan on bringing an air mattress for the "game room". There was a futon mattress but on the floor. Not very comfortable for adults.
Cute place! If you're looking for beds on the floor this is the place. Host is very nice and let us check in early for an additional fee. Host asks that you do not wear shoes in the house but allows pets. There is lots of pet hair from previous guest on floors and on the Asian bed frames. If you mind pet hair this is not the place for you. Overall, Great place to stay if you need to stay in Chico.
So this is a mixed bag. Over all comfortable but we are mid fifties in good shape but the mattress on the ground or very low frame didn't work for us. Needs a dishwasher. There is space for one. Back yard was a mess. Interior was nice, owner was nice.
Teri N.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Ellen Y.
Mar 2, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, location
Relaxing Zen Garden in Chico
It was great to get away & to include our dogs. We were never able to get the internet to work & our contact's response was to use our phones. The microwave didn't work and the fry pans and utensils need replacing. Check in was only given 10 minutes before the start time & we had problems getting to the VRBO site for info using our phones. Finally used 2 phones at once to get to the site for the landlords instructions. Luckily the house was unlocked when we arrived. The bedroom next to the bathroom was near a busy street so it was quite noisy at night. Great central location.
The house has a nice refreshing relaxing concept, however. The fridge was broken. We put ice in freezer and it melted. Food in fridge was warm had to throw away. No hot water in shower. Called to inform owner he stated he would get some one to look at it, that never happened. Had to take cold shower. Dirty sheets. Over treated hot tub with clorine my hair still smells from. And skin burned from. It lau drey left in washer and dryer. Text owner that i was wanting a refund. Havent heard back yet.
We recently stayed at this beautiful property and it lived up to its VRBO online description! The landscaping as you enter the property is beautiful and very well maintained, with a relaxing water feature adjacent to the front porch.
Once inside the decor is minimal and tasteful, there is a small living room and dining area. There are three bedrooms, we slept in the primary bedroom and the platform bed was extremely comfortable. The second bedroom had a full/queen bed and the third bedroom had two twins. All were furnished comfortably and had closets and hangers.
The kitchen is adequately stocked with cooking/serving items, and the refrigerator is clean. There is a Nest thermostat which is easy to use, and the house heats up quickly which was great in the cold, rainy weather. There is good water pressure and hot water in the shower which I always look for! The bathroom is well-lit with space to store toiletry items and plenty of clean towels.
We loved the quiet of this location, which was pretty amazing as it sits on a corner lot. We didn't get to enjoy the outside as much as we would have because it rained our entire stay, but thankfully the interior of the home was cozy and comfortable.
The location is very close to the freeway for each access and also close to the cute downtown area with great restaurants and bars.
This home is a great value, and we recommend it for anyone traveling to the Chico, Oroville, and Paradise areas in the future.
Check in/out was a breeze. The kitchen was well stocked with dishes and cooking implements. The host provided Brita filtered water, coffee, tea and sugar. We were able to sleep 6 comfortably. 3 cars fit in the driveway.
Easy check-in / check-out process. Great communication, host was easy to work with, had fantastic communication and very accommodating. Have the space to spread out, and cook made the college from-off, dorm move-in process easy!