Pretty farmhouse in the countryside near Saumur and its surroundings

Close to a water park, fishing, and more, this family-friendly 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 12-minute walk to Loire-Anjou-Touraine Regional Natural Park, or easily tackle the 11-minute drive to Château de Montreuil-Bellay.

Relax by the heated pool or sip a drink in the garden of this vacation home, which also features a BBQ grill. As for the great indoors, you can try your hand at table tennis, or enjoy the free WiFi, TV, and DVD player.

This 3-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom rental features a dining area and a desk. 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 won't have to pack extra clothes, because you'll have a washer and dryer, too.