Between the sea and serenity: Ker Tromelin

Close to the riverside, this family-friendly vacation home brings it all within reach. Gulf of Morbihan Regional Natural Park is an easy 10-minute walk away, so you can leave your car at the property, which offers onsite parking, or jump in your vehicle to make the 9-minute drive to Bay of Biscay.

Relax in the garden (enjoy the outdoor furniture!) or sip a drink on the deck or patio of this 1184-sq-ft vacation home. When you come inside, connect to the WiFi or get cozy in front of the cable/satellite TV (video library available). There's also table tennis, a DVD player, and a stereo for your enjoyment.

A dining area, a sofa bed, a BBQ grill, and a fireplace are featured at this 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom rental. The kitchen is equipped with an oven, a stovetop, and a refrigerator, as well as a coffee maker, an electric kettle, and a microwave. And you won't have to pack extra clothes, because you'll have a washer and dryer, too.