Close to ecotours, birdwatching, and more, this smoke-free vacation home brings it all within reach. There's convenient onsite parking, so you can leave your vehicle behind and let your feet make short work of the 1-minute walk to Chateaux de la Loire or the 11-minute walk to Château de Tours. If you're looking to expand your horizons and see other nearby locales, you can catch a train at Choiseul Station, a short 12-minute walk away.

Relax in the garden or sip a drink on the terrace of this 861-sq-ft vacation home, which also offers a BBQ grill. As for the great indoors, you can come inside and enjoy the free WiFi, TV, and video-game console.

This 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom rental features a dining area, a sofa bed, luggage storage, and a desk. 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 there's access to laundry facilities, so you can even pack a bit lighter.