Reetdachhaus Embla, Deutschland

Close to cycling, this pet-friendly cottage 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 11-minute walk to Sankt Peter Ording Beach or the 11-minute walk to National Park Center St. Peter Ording. If you're looking to expand your horizons and see other nearby locales, you can catch a train at Bad St. Peter-Ording Station, a short 9-minute walk away.

Relax in the garden or sip a drink on the deck or patio of this 1292-sq-ft cottage. For a change of scenery, come inside and enjoy the WiFi, TV, stereo, and DVD player.

This 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom rental features a living room and a fireplace. The kitchen is equipped with an oven, a stovetop, and a refrigerator, as well as a coffee maker, an electric kettle, and a toaster. And because there's access to laundry facilities, you can go a bit lighter on your packing.