Chateau in Creuse with large swimming pool

Close to kayaking, rock climbing, and more, this family-friendly castle brings it all within reach. Jump into your car and make short work of the 31-minute drive to Plateau de Millevaches or the 27-minute drive to Millevaches Regional Natural Park in Limousin (and enjoy the property's convenient onsite parking in the meantime).

Relax by the heated pool or sip a drink in the garden of this 4306-sq-ft castle, which also features a deck or patio and outdoor furniture. As for the great indoors, you can try your hand at table tennis, or enjoy the free WiFi, cable/satellite TV, and stereo.

As you settle into this 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom rental, you'll find a living room, a BBQ grill, a fireplace, and a desk. 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 an ice maker. And you won't have to pack extra clothes, because you'll have a washer and dryer, too.