The Villa, App. 9, Germany

Just a short distance from the sea, this smoke-free apartment lets you experience it all. Ahlbeck Beach and Usedom Nature Park are just a short walk away, so leave your car at the property, which offers onsite parking. 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 6-minute walk away, or Seebad Ahlbeck Station, 15 minutes away.

A sofa bed and a desk are featured at this 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom rental. Connect to the WiFi, or get cozy in front of the cable/satellite TV. No need to pay for a restaurant every night, when you've got an oven, a refrigerator, and a dishwasher on hand, as well as a coffee maker, an electric kettle, and a microwave. And you can even pack a bit lighter because there's a washer and dryer.