Quiet, well-equipped duplex

Close to scuba diving, fishing, and more, this smoke-free apartment brings it all within reach. Plage des Oursinières is an easy 14-minute walk away, so you can leave your car at the property, which offers onsite parking, or jump in your vehicle to make short work of the 13-minute drive to Plage du Pin de Galle.

After you return, you can unwind at the beach, chill by the communal pool, or sip a drink on the deck or patio; you may also like the outdoor furniture. As for the great indoors, you can try your hand at table tennis, or enjoy the free WiFi and cable/satellite TV.

As you settle into this 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom rental, you'll find a BBQ grill and air conditioning. Bathroom amenities include a hair dryer 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 lobster pot. And you can even travel light because you'll have access to laundry facilities.