Villas in France offer travelers the ultimate base from which to launch a wider exploration of the beautiful countryside. Guests heading to the province of Brittany, in particular, have a number of opportunities to explore the natural beauty of the region, especially if they spend a day in Rennes' stunning Parc du Thabor.

Found just east of the Palais de Musees, this classic green space was once the garden of the Saint-Melanie Abbey. The park covers 10 hectares of land and was designed by the Bühler brothers, one of the most celebrated landscape design teams of the 19th century.

A stroll through the facility will greet travelers with a collection of sprightly flowers and plant life, as well as an aviary and a pavilion for events. Though there are plenty of flowers to be seen in Thabor, the real attraction is the immaculate rose garden found at its center, which some view as the pride of the city of Rennes.

Guests staying in Brittany can enjoy one of the region's other natural treasures, the beach, by booking luxury rentals in the area. Whether keeping things simple with the Cottage on the Beach - PR189 or enjoying a more lavish experience at the House on the Beach – PR188, Brittan, guests are sure to have an exquisite time on the northwestern coast of France.