Close to kayaking, fishing, and more, this family-friendly vacation home brings it all within reach. Allier is an easy 8-minute walk away, so you can leave your car at the property, which offers onsite parking, or jump in your vehicle to make the 17-minute drive to Parc Naturel Regional Livradois-Forez.

Relax in the garden (enjoy the outdoor furniture!) or sip a drink on the deck or patio of this 1507-sq-ft vacation home. As for the great indoors, you can come inside and enjoy the free WiFi, TV, stereo, and DVD player.

This 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom rental features a dining area and a BBQ grill. Bathroom amenities include a hair dryer, towels, and toilet paper. 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 you can even travel light because you'll have access to laundry facilities.