La Patale, charming house with swimming pool at the gateway to the Ardèche gorges

Close to kayaking, rock climbing, and more, this smoke-free vacation home brings it all within reach. Thanks to the convenient onsite parking, you can either leave your vehicle behind and let your feet make short work of the 13-minute walk to Musée-magnanerie, or easily tackle the quick 6-minute drive to Grotte Chauvet-Pont d’Arc.

Relax by the outdoor pool or sip a drink in the garden of this vacation home, which also features a deck or patio and outdoor furniture. As for the great indoors, you can come inside and enjoy the TV.

As you settle into this 2-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom rental, you'll find a dining area, a BBQ grill, and air conditioning. Bathroom amenities include a hair dryer and a bidet. 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 travel light because you'll have access to laundry facilities.