Close to the lake, this welcoming cottage brings it all within reach. Jump into your car and make short work of the 8-minute drive to Haut-Languedoc Regional Nature Park or the 13-minute drive to Abbey of Saint Benedict Calcat (and enjoy the property's convenient onsite parking in the meantime).

After you return, you can unwind in the garden or sip a drink on the deck or patio. For a change of scenery, come inside and enjoy the free WiFi and cable/satellite TV.

This 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom rental features a BBQ grill and air conditioning. Bathroom amenities include a hair dryer, towels, and toilet paper. Prepare a home-cooked meal in the kitchen, complete with an oven, a stovetop, and a refrigerator, as well as a coffee maker, an electric kettle, and a microwave. And because there's access to laundry facilities, you can go a bit lighter on your packing.