Villa Espérance, a stone's throw from Barneville beach, rated 3 ***.

A short distance from sailing, surfing, and more, this pet-friendly villa lets you experience it all. Cote des Isles Golf is just steps away and Barneville Beach is within an easy 10-minute walk, so leave your car at the property, which offers covered onsite parking.

Relax in the garden or sip a drink on the deck or patio of this villa. For a change of scenery, come inside and try your hand at table tennis, or enjoy the free WiFi, TV, and DVD player.

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. Bathroom amenities include a hair dryer, towels, and toilet paper. And you can even pack a bit lighter because there's a washer and dryer. Other amenities include bed sheets, an ironing board, heating, and limited housekeeping.