Gîte de la Vigne Vierge

You'll find bicycles on site at this pet-friendly vacation home. Parc Naturel Regional Livradois-Forez is just a short walk away, so you can leave your car at the property, which offers onsite parking, or jump in your vehicle to make the 16-minute drive to La Catiche du Lac d'Aubusson d'Auvergne.

After you return, you can unwind in the garden or sip a drink on the deck or patio. As for the great indoors, you can come inside and enjoy the WiFi, TV, video games, and DVD player.

This 4-bedroom, 1-bathroom rental features a sofa bed 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 stovetop, and a refrigerator, as well as a coffee maker, an electric kettle, and a microwave. And because there's access to laundry facilities, you can go a bit lighter on your packing.