La Villa Krystina Charming gîte in the heart of a "Petite Cité de Caractère

A short distance from kayaking, birdwatching, and more, this pet-friendly vacation home lets you experience it all. Jump into your car and make short work of the 8-minute drive to Airvault Church or the 25-minute drive to Château d'Oiron (and enjoy the property's convenient covered onsite parking in the meantime).

After you return, you can unwind by the heated pool or sip a drink on the deck or patio; you may also like the outdoor furniture and BBQ grill. As for the great indoors, you can come inside and enjoy the free WiFi, cable/satellite TV, and DVD player.

This 3-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom rental features a dining area and a fireplace. Bathroom amenities include a hair dryer, towels, and toilet paper. No need to pay for a restaurant every night, when you've got an oven, a stovetop, and a refrigerator on hand, as well as a coffee maker, an electric kettle, and a lobster pot. And you can even pack a bit lighter because there's a washer and dryer.