Villa with swimming pool between Bordeaux and the ocean

Close to the lake, this smoke-free vacation home brings it all within reach. Jump into your car and make short work of the 23-minute drive to Rue Sainte-Catherine or the 25-minute drive to Cité du Vin (and enjoy the property's convenient covered onsite parking in the meantime).

Spend a day at the nearby beach, relax by the outdoor pool, or sip a drink in the garden of this 1130-sq-ft vacation home, which also features a deck or patio. As for the great indoors, you can come inside and enjoy the WiFi and TV.

This 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom rental features a living room, a dining area, a sofa bed, and a BBQ grill. Bathroom amenities include a hair dryer 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 a washer and dryer, you can go a bit lighter on your packing.