Manoir Dans un Écrin de Verdure - Châteaux et Vignes - Loire

A short distance from horse riding, winery tours, and more, this smoke-free castle lets you experience it all. There's convenient onsite parking, so you can leave your vehicle behind and let your feet make short work of the 1-minute walk to Loire-Anjou-Touraine Regional Natural Park or the 10-minute walk to Domaine de la Chopiniere du Roy.

After you return, unwind in the garden or sip a drink on the deck or patio, and don't forget about the outdoor furniture. As for the great indoors, you can come inside and enjoy the free WiFi, cable/satellite TV, stereo, and DVD player.

As you settle into this 4-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom rental, you'll find a living room, a sofa bed, a BBQ grill, and a fireplace. Bathroom amenities include a bidet, towels, and soap. 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 can even pack a bit lighter because there's a washer and dryer.