Villa Luna, App. 11, Germany

Close to cycling, this smoke-free apartment 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 1-minute walk to Ahlbeck Beach or the 10-minute walk to Local-history exhibition about Ahlbeck pier. If you're looking to expand your horizons and see other nearby locales, you can catch a train at either Ahlbeck Ostseetherme Station, a short 8-minute walk away, or Seebad Ahlbeck Station, 15 minutes away.

Prepare a home-cooked meal in the kitchen, complete with an oven, a refrigerator, and a dishwasher, as well as a coffee maker, an electric kettle, and a toaster. Connect to the WiFi, or get cozy in front of the TV. And because there's access to laundry facilities, you can go a bit lighter on your packing.