A short distance from ecotours, birdwatching, and more, this family-friendly cottage lets you experience it all. Jump into your car and tackle the 13-minute drive to Marais Poitevin Regional Nature Park or the 32-minute drive to L'Espace Encan de La Rochelle (and enjoy of the property's convenient covered onsite parking in the meantime).

Relax by the heated pool or sip a drink in the garden of this 2260-sq-ft cottage, which also features a deck or patio and outdoor furniture. As for the great indoors, you can try your hand at table tennis, or enjoy the free WiFi, TV, and stereo.

As you settle into this 5-bedroom, 1-bathroom rental, you'll find a living room, a BBQ grill, a fireplace, and local meal delivery service. Prepare a home-cooked meal in the kitchen, complete with an oven, a refrigerator, and a dishwasher, as well as a coffee maker, an electric kettle, and a microwave. And thanks to the washer and dryer, you'll even be able to travel light.