Grand gîte Les Brousses, Haven of peace

A short distance from hiking trails, mountain biking, and more, this family-friendly vacation home lets you experience it all. Jump into your car and make short work of the 20-minute drive to Abbaye aux Dames or the 21-minute drive to Saujon Thermal Baths (and enjoy the property's convenient covered onsite parking in the meantime).

Relax by the outdoor pool or sip a drink in the garden of this 215-sq-ft vacation home, which also features a deck or patio and outdoor furniture. As for the great indoors, you can try your hand at foosball and table tennis, or enjoy the free WiFi and TV.

A living room, a dining area, a BBQ grill, and concierge services are featured at this 8-bedroom, 4-bathroom rental. The kitchen is equipped with an oven, a stovetop, and a refrigerator, as well as a coffee maker, an electric kettle, and an ice maker. And because there's access to laundry facilities, you can go a bit lighter on your packing.