A short distance from ecotours, kayaking, and more, this family-friendly cottage lets you experience it all. Jump into your car and make short work of the 12-minute drive to Château de Chambord or the 29-minute drive to Chateaux de la Loire (and enjoy the property's convenient onsite parking in the meantime).

After you return, unwind on the deck or patio and enjoy the outdoor furniture. As for the great indoors, you can try your hand at table tennis, or enjoy the free WiFi, cable/satellite TV, and DVD player.

A dining area, a sofa bed, a BBQ grill, and a fireplace are featured at this 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom rental. 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 lobster pot. And there's access to laundry facilities, so you can even pack a bit lighter.