This is a lovely, well-preserved Italianate Victorian home in downtown Chico which was donated to…read morebe preserved as a museum. Chico is lucky to have such a place as this, in addition to the very historic (and much larger) Bidwell Mansion. Unlike Bidwell, this is not a particularly important historic place in of itself, but simply a very nice, sizeable house of a local physician. There are many such houses in many towns and cities throughout California, but this is unusual because it has been preserved in basically original condition with only some small alterations which the family made made over the years, and because it is no longer a private home but open to the public. It was built by a physician and his wife who were not especially wealthy, but who were prominent locals at the time and who had inherited some money which they used to build a very nice house. One gets to see how they lived, and both how they were able to build a very nice house with modern amenities for the time, as well as how they were able to cut costs while still making the house look lavish. It includes the original stove, plus a newer stove added much later, the original wallpaper, furniture, lovely home-made blanket, and more. They also found pieces of some of the old wallpaper from the building which were left over and still in original condition, showing how the paper on the walls has changed colour over time due to fading and smoke. The house even includes a book with information on the items in the house which Mrs. Stansbury kept. It is a wonderful opportunity for people to see how people lived in such houses in the past, has many original items, furniture, and other family belongings. It includes Dr. Stansbury's medical office and medical equipment, also interesting. One can visit it on the weekends with a guided tour. The docent we had showed us every part of the house and we were the only ones there at the time. She provided a lot of information about the house and the history of the family. We spent about an hour there. It is definitely a local treasure and well worth a look.

This Italianate Victorian home has many original pieces to tell the story of Dr. Oscar and Libbie…read moreStansbury and their daughter Angeline. Located on the corner of Fifth and Salem in Chico, CA is listed in the National Register of Historic Places in 1975. What is most priceless is the docent named John ,who used to live there. He was such a great fact checker and story teller that he brought it all alive . Worth my time! RESOURCE:http://www.stansburyhome.org/history-of-the-stansbury-home.html

Such a fabulous spot for some wine! I love the outdoor vibe with all the trees around the tasting…read moreroom. There is also 5 rental spaces on this property, plus a wedding venue. The people who work here are so nice and the owners are so welcoming. The wine is delicious, I love the rosé and sangiovese.

The sign says 12 tastings. We were given 3 for $15 and the wine wasn't very good. The ambience was…read morevery nice!

We were lucky enough to have our wedding at this beautiful property in September of 2025. The…read moreproperty itself is the perfect place for a ceremony, reception, and creates perfect backdrops for photos that will last a lifetime. The owners went above and beyond in helping us prepare for our day, no task was too small and communication was a breeze. I would recommend this venue to couples looking for a beautiful space with multiple ceremony/reception/&cocktail locations available on site each containing a memorable atmosphere. Such a special place for our wedding and couldn't be happier we chose this venue!

Visited September 9 2026…read more This is actually called THE BARN AT MERIAM PARK!!! It is located right next door to Farmer's Brewing. I love this newer area! They have alot of different venues ( see my pics) which is a really cool concept! I missed the doggy event ( darn) but they have alot of choices. If you are in the area and want to experience something different than this is it!

I love all the concerts and events they have here. And it being such an old Chico barn that got…read morerevived and put to a community use is amazing!

Although the retreat center is closed for a few months during summer, when I contacted Dulcy, the…read moreowner, about arranging a retreat for myself, she instantly sent to work trying to accommodate me. This was the first sign that I was in for a special treat. As we drove down into the canyon I automatically felt at ease, not only with Dulcy, but with the location as well. Dulcy was right when she said the canyon is a great place for rejuvenation and reclaiming one's life. The location couldn't be more spectacular. The retreat center is surrounded by the walls of the canyon that jut up all around. The seclusion not only removes you from all the hustle and bustle of daily life but it allows for you to be at one with nature. During my stay there, I loved watching the hummingbirds and finches visit the various feeders as well as the bird bath. That in and of itself was a calming experience. The creek is also within walking distance and can be accessed at various points along the trail. Dulcy and her team have worked hard to create multiple spaces for rest and relaxation along the creek where visitors can sit and take in their surroundings. When I first arrived she made sure she took me on a guided tour to familiarize me with the trail and creek. Dulcy is an excellent hostess and my time at the retreat center exceeded my expectations. Her love for the canyon, it's wildlife, and her desire to share it with others really shines through. Thank you Dulcy for such a special experience. I can't wait to come back again!

Just used the hall for our family Christmas Eve party and it was perfect! Spacious enough for…read moreeveryone and we kept the lights dimmed for a more peaceful environment. We are appreciated having the spacious kitchen and the place was clean. The cushion on the medal seats made for additional pleasantness while enjoying our meal with family. I still highly recommend this place for family events, weddings, baby showers, funerals, etc. it was just perfect.

New Church services began in October 2025. Amazing Bible…read moreteaching and Wordhip music. Sundays 10:AM. Show up early to fellowship with new friends. It's all about Jesus and HIS Love for you.

Awesome place for vets, and parties!read more

The overall venue is GORGEOUS. The beautiful feather river and the covered tent with the twinkling…read morelights at night were breathtaking. Shelly really took my vision and made it come to life and for that we are forever grateful. There were a few strange communications points with unknown pricing for some add-ons, but as long as you communicate your budget, they are willing to help figure out what can be added/removed to fit within that.

Riffles Resort made my wedding an absolute joy and so wonderful and easy. Shelly is the most…read morewonderful person and she did everything to make my dream wedding happen. My husband and I wanted to get married but so many venues were booked up because of Covid and riffles resort had an opening, but it was 2 months away! Shelly helped us plan this beautiful wedding in only two months! Every guest said they had such a fun beautiful time and I couldn't have imagined getting married anywhere else. The tent was so beautiful at night and it felt like we were in a canopy of lights.