Carnac Beach: Villa Michel, 4 bedrooms—sleeps 8. Beach and shops within walking distance

Close to a water park, sailing, and more, this beach vacation home brings it all within reach. There's convenient onsite parking, so you can leave your vehicle behind and let your feet make short work of the 8-minute walk to Carnac Beach or the 8-minute walk to Bay of Biscay.

After you return to this 2153-sq-ft vacation home, you can unwind at the beach (enjoy the sun loungers!), chill by the heated pool, or sip a drink in the hot tub; you may also like the garden. As for the great indoors, you can try your hand at table tennis, or enjoy the free WiFi, TV, and DVD player.

This 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom rental features a dining area, a BBQ grill, a desk, and concierge services. You can also use the jetted bathtub, plus other bathroom amenities like towels, shampoo, and soap. The kitchen is equipped with an oven, a stovetop, and a refrigerator, as well as a coffee maker, an electric kettle, and a microwave. And because there's a washer and dryer, you can go a bit lighter on your packing.