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10/10 Excellent
Katherine S.
1 Aug 2025
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The Westender Retreat | Amazing Lake Views & Waterfront Dock House
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10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12204.4 sq m
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Explore the area
Hessel, MI
- The Jewel at the Grand Hotel
- Mackinac Island Tourism Bureau
- Les Cheneaux Islands21 min drive
- Mackinac Island, MI (MCD)
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 12)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
3 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 2
Bathroom 3
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
The Westender Retreat | Amazing Lake Views & Waterfront Dock House
Welcome to The Westender Retreat—a charming cottage tucked away on the serene west end of the Les Cheneaux Islands, offering breathtaking views of Lake Huron. Unwind in the cozy main cottage with a crackling fire in the classic fieldstone fireplace, or head to the guest house for an additional private space to relax, sleep, or gather. Down by the water, you’ll find a screened-in dock house—the perfect hangout spot for meals, games, and late-night chats by the lake.
Bring your boat and explore all that the Les Cheneaux Islands have to offer from the water!
Bring your boat and explore all that the Les Cheneaux Islands have to offer from the water!
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Amenities
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Beach view
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Hessel
Located in Hessel, this holiday home is on the beach. British Landing and Fort Holmes are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Huron and Les Cheneaux Islands. The Original Mackinac Island Butterfly House & Insect World and Wings of Mackinac Butterfly Conservatory are also worth visiting.
Hessel, MI
What's nearby
- Les Cheneaux Islands - 21 min drive - 17.2 km
- Kewadin Casino - St. Ignace - 38 min drive - 49.5 km
- Star Line Mackinac Island Main Dock - St. Ignace - 41 min drive - 55.3 km
- Mackinac Bridge - 47 min drive - 63.3 km
- Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal - 54 min drive - 70.5 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Snows Bar and Grill - 9 min drive
- Ang-Gio's Restaurant - 6 min drive
- Les Cheneaux Distillers - 7 min drive
- Cattails Cove - 7 min drive
- The Islander Bar - 18 min walk
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