Ahetze, between Biarritz and St Jean de Luz House + swimming pool and parking lot ***

Close to scuba diving, windsurfing, and more, this family-friendly vacation home brings it all within reach. Jump into your car and make short work of the 21-minute drive to Cote des Basques or the 12-minute drive to Bidart Beaches (and enjoy the property's convenient onsite parking in the meantime).

Spend a day at the nearby beach, relax by the outdoor pool, or sip a drink in the garden of this 1507-sq-ft vacation home, which also features a deck or patio. As for the great indoors, you can come inside and enjoy the free WiFi, TV, and DVD player.

A BBQ grill and air conditioning are featured at this 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom rental. 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 a microwave. And you can even pack a bit lighter because there's a washer and dryer.