Breeze on Bat Yam

Sitting atop a sleek residential complex, this minimal apartment is set just south of Tel Aviv, in the coastal city of Bat Yam.

This outdoor space is a welcome oasis to the city's bustling energy, with a plush sofa area for alfresco mint teas and a swing seat to unwind with your holiday read. This home leans towards the contemporary, with subtle crisp white walls, modern furnishings and sleek finishes. The kitchen is perfectly set up for cooking up Israeli dishes, whilst the living space is filled with natural light – where better to kick back after a day soaking up the sun and surfing the waves off of Tayo Beach?

This coastal area offers an impressive slice of the Mediterranean, local boutiques, authentic restaurants and buzzy cafes. And no visit here would be complete without dropping by Tel Aviv city centre – soak up some culture with a trip to Noga Gallery of Contemporary Art. And, at the end of a sight-filled day, enjoy a sunset stroll along the Tayelet Promenade, then settle into a waterfront jazz bar like a local.

Home truths:
*There is free underground parking on-site
*The gym is shared with other residents of the building
*There's self check-in with a lockbox here
*Your host can provide a cot, a high chair and babysitter recommendations during your stay
*Your host provides one extra bed linen upon request and two towels per guest for reservations over seven days
*Though parking is offered here, a car isn't essential – there are great bus links and taxi services into the city centre