Our 10 favourite unusual accommodations in France

Set in the middle of a lake hidden in the heart of a forest in the Lot department, the Pressac Floating Village offers around twenty accommodation options. The floating cabins let themselves be carried by the calm current of the lake, while the cottages and tents enjoy the tranquillity of the surrounding countryside.

A pleasant private terrace lets you commune with the surroundings, while enjoying a packed lunch prepared by the hosts. To share these timeless moments, a shower, restaurant, bar and barbecue await travellers in the communal areas.

For 2 to 6 people, this Viennese getaway between Poitiers and Limoges promises to be a memorable experience, on a very reasonable budget. To get to the cabin, a free boat trip is a must!

Take a dip in an open-air swimming pool while enjoying a drink on the rooftop and sleeping close to Roland Garros and the Bois de Boulogne? It's possible at the famous Molitor swimming pool, a former 1930s aquatic complex transformed into a hotel.

The cruise ship effect is guaranteed in front of all the cabin-style doors surrounding the central swimming pool. Slippers, bathrobes, coffee machines, hairdryers and prestigious toiletries ensure that guests enjoy a stay of remarkable luxury.

A sauna, a hammam, a gym, two restaurants and an indoor pool add to the heated outdoor pool, where souvenir shots are a must! To get your day in Paris off to a good start, a daily breakfast is served in the restaurant.

On the Côte d'Azur, the Bulle d' amour establishment offers lovers the chance to spend the night (almost) under the stars... in an inflatable bubble! Surprising and disorientating, the night's sleep under the glitter of nature will have you dreaming with your eyes open.

In a verdant garden in the land of perfume, the hosts welcome their privileged guests with particularly attentive service. The little sweet treats in the morning extend the romantic interlude on the terrace.

To stay in the world of bubbles, a jacuzzi is available outside, for a 100% spellbinding atmosphere. If you want to get away from it all for a few hours or celebrate a wedding night, this room with its unusual walls is the perfect place for poetry.

The 3*Hôtel de l'Abbaye des Prémontrés welcomes its guests to a privileged and refined setting on the banks of the Moselle.

This magnificent eighteenth-century building, with its classical and baroque architecture, also houses a cultural and conference centre.

Several dozen rooms preserve the charm of the past while offering modern comforts. For couples or families, this historic journey can be accompanied by a fully-equipped kitchenette, for greater independence. Ideal for a chic and unusual stay in Lorraine!

An authentic Mongolian atmosphere at the Nomade-Lodge Yurt, where French habits and customs are put aside for a night. A few kilometres from Melun, to the south-east of Paris, typical Mongolian accommodation is a delight for the curious.

Ideal for families learning more about the cultures of the world, the colourful and open-plan yurts are decorated with respect for tradition. Massages, bike hire and areas for volleyball or table tennis are just some of the services on offer at this unusual establishment.

In the morning, a buffet breakfast takes travellers back to France with viennoiseries, breads, cereals, fruit and juices. The more independent guests can take advantage of a kitchenette with fridge, crockery and microwave.

Chenonceaux, Cheverny, Villandry and Chambord: the châteaux of the Loire are among the wonders of France's heritage. At Chambord, you can stay as close as possible to the building, at the Relais de Chambord.

The unique setting and views allow travellers to immerse themselves in history, in a comfortable 4-star hotel with prestigious services. Hammam, sauna, whirlpool bath, tea room and restaurants accompany the private areas.

After spending the night in one of the rooms equipped with a TV and a breathtaking view, enjoy the buffet breakfast before setting off to visit the castle, just a few hundred metres away.

The "Mirage" guest barge is sure to appeal to cruisers in search of privacy! Sailing on the Canal du Midi near Carcassonne, this floating accommodation allows couples to discover the joys of river cruising in a whole new way.

Looking out over the Garonne... or the Midi, an outdoor jacuzzi is available for guests to relax in, at an additional cost. A wood-panelled communal lounge with a wood-burning stove and piano is available to guests.

In the shoes of a captain, enjoy a night in the cabins carefully furnished by our enthusiastic hosts. In the dining room or on the terrace, the day begins with a hearty continental breakfast.

In the 16th

arrondissement of Paris, between the Seine and the Bois de Boulogne, the Camping de Paris is something else! Greenery, a holiday spirit, bike rides and aperitifs with your neighbours are all on offer... in the City of Light.

In a caravan, cottage, tent or mobile home, an unusual stay with family or friends means you can enjoy the Eiffel Tower, the Champs Elysées or the Louvre just a few minutes away by public transport, all in a natural setting.

A grocery shop, car park, pool table, table football and children's play area provide all the comforts travellers need for a rejuvenating urban holiday.

Set in a 19th-century

chapel in Nantes, the SOZO Hôtel immerses guests in a unique décor with a quirky atmosphere! Vaulted ceilings, stained glass windows and stone walls combine with the sleek, modern furnishings of this 4-star establishment.

The rooms and suites are equipped with coffee machines, kettles, slippers, minibars and Wi-Fi connections. The view of the Jardin des Plantes or, more surprisingly, of the interior of the chapel adds a very pleasant attraction to the already very comfortable accommodation.

A bar, meeting rooms and a relaxation area with sauna, hammam, ice waterfall and sensory shower are also located in theformer religious building. An unusual, memorable and exhilarating getaway awaits you in the city of the Dukes!

Perched like birds in their nest, the travellers in the Cabane entre terre et ciel cut themselves off from the world at night, for moments out of the ordinary.

In the Alps, these cocoons perched in the heart of nature enjoy a chalet atmosphere, surrounded by trees. A romantic interlude accessible from a ladder, with a coffee maker, kettle and deckchair in the bedroom and bathroom.

Under the winter snow or enjoying the summer shade, this perched cabin is a true haven of peace. Included in the price, the continental breakfast with its organic and local produce offers lucky guests a gentle wake-up call.