La Jouvencière, rated 3 ***

Close to the riverside, this smoke-free vacation home brings it all within reach. With convenient onsite parking, you'll be ready to make the 10-minute drive to L'Odyssee or the 12-minute drive to Escalier de la Reine Berthe. If you're looking to expand your horizons and see other nearby locales, you can catch a train at Jouy Station, a short 13-minute walk away.

After you return, you can unwind in the garden or sip a drink on the deck or patio. For a change of scenery, come inside and enjoy the free WiFi and TV.

This 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom rental features a living room, 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 you won't have to pack extra clothes, because you'll have a washer and dryer, too.