Close to ecotours, birdwatching, and more, this family-friendly cottage brings it all within reach. Jump into your car and make short work of the 19-minute drive to Vélorail des Gorges du Doux or the 20-minute drive to Train de l'Ardèche (and enjoy the property's convenient onsite parking in the meantime).

Relax by the communal pool or sip a drink in the garden of this 1399-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 and cable/satellite TV.

This 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom rental features a BBQ grill and a fireplace. Bathroom amenities include a hair dryer and soap. 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 you won't have to pack extra clothes, because you'll also have access to laundry facilities.