CHARACTER VILLAGE HOUSE

Close to kayaking, rock climbing, and more, this family-friendly vacation home brings it all within reach. Domaine Le Petit Malo is an easy 5-minute walk away, so you can leave your car at the property, which offers onsite parking, or jump in your vehicle to make the 24-minute drive to Pont du Gard.

After you return to this 861-sq-ft vacation home, you can unwind by the communal pool or sip a drink in the hot tub; you may also like the garden and deck or patio. As for the great indoors, you can come inside and enjoy the free WiFi and cable/satellite TV.

As you settle into this 2-bedroom rental, you'll find a living room, a BBQ grill,and air conditioning. Bathroom amenities include a hair dryer and towels. Prepare a home-cooked meal in the kitchen, complete with a stovetop, a refrigerator, and a dishwasher, 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.