Being in the Medina is ideally located as a base to explore, the plethora of shops, markets, cafes and restaurants on offer. If you would rather cook for yourself, the only a minuets walk from the house you can find all sorts of fresh produce, fish, meat, vegetables and spices.
It is only a short walk to the sandy bay from the house. Essaouira is famous for the windsurfing and kite boarding you'll have every opportunity to give it a go, or you could lay back and soak in the sun.
If the beach is not relaxing enough for you, try the local Hammam for a traditional steam and rub down.