Title: The Westender Retreat | Amazing Lake Views & Waterfront Dock House - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Westender Retreat | Amazing Lake Views & Waterfront Dock House Beachfront cottage for sun and fun ## Photo gallery for The Westender Retreat | Amazing Lake Views & Waterfront Dock House ![Interior - The Westender Retreat | Amazing Lake Views & Waterfront Dock House (Hessel)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114600000/114592500/114592403/d01383f7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - The Westender Retreat | Amazing Lake Views & Waterfront Dock House (Hessel)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114600000/114592500/114592403/e0625831.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - The Westender Retreat | Amazing Lake Views & Waterfront Dock House (Hessel)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114600000/114592500/114592403/4ef2c6ca.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - The Westender Retreat | Amazing Lake Views & Waterfront Dock House (Hessel)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114600000/114592500/114592403/7fc90723.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, oven, stovetop, coffee/tea maker - The Westender Retreat | Amazing Lake Views & Waterfront Dock House (Hessel)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114600000/114592500/114592403/8c2480cc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies The Westender Retreat | Amazing Lake Views & Waterfront Dock House provides everything you need. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 7.0 Good ### Entire home 3 bedrooms3 bathrooms2200 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Beach view - Pet-friendly - Fireplace - Outdoor space - Kitchen ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### 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! ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace ### Entertainment - DVD player - Games - TV ### Outdoor areas - Patio ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Unit size: 2,200 square feet ## Similar properties ![TV, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76920000/76912700/76912612/71c8b8cc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bayside Bungalow: Cozy Lakefront Living with Winter Fun Just Outside! 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No smoking in premises. Quiet hours between 10PM-8AM. ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events 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 Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as dbb1f953-7a60-4d99-a544-fe5cfa46a840 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C46.01074%2C-84.44160&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=QN1Il9EN5LJleeeGpc-5DjHKkw4=) Hessel, MI #### What's nearby - Les Cheneaux Islands \- 17 min drive \- 17.2 km - Sandy Cove \- 19 min drive \- 21.3 km - Castle Rock \- 29 min drive \- 49.9 km - Kewadin Casino - St. Ignace \- 30 min drive \- 49.5 km - Star Line Mackinac Island Main Dock - St. Ignace \- 32 min drive \- 55.0 km #### Getting around - Sault Ste. Marie, MI (CIU-Chippewa County Intl.) - 32 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Cattails Cove - ‬7 min drive - ‪Ang-Gios - ‬6 min drive - ‪The Islander Bar - ‬18 min walk - ‪The Tipper Room - ‬7 min drive - ‪Les Cheneaux Distillers - ‬7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Westender Retreat | Amazing Lake Views & Waterfront Dock House pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at The Westender Retreat | Amazing Lake Views & Waterfront Dock House? ### What time is check-out at The Westender Retreat | Amazing Lake Views & Waterfront Dock House? ### Where is The Westender Retreat | Amazing Lake Views & Waterfront Dock House located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## The Westender Retreat | Amazing Lake Views & Waterfront Dock House Reviews 7.0 ### Good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 6.0 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Katherine S. Aug 1, 2025 #### Our favorite spot! The Westender has become our favorite vacation spot. Wonderfully relaxing atmosphere with access to most amenities you could need on vacation. The boathouse provides a nice hangout spot with a calm breeze. We’ll be back for sure! ##### Katherine S. ### 4/10 Poor #### Travis S. Aug 11, 2025 Liked: Check-in, communication, location We were not made aware of the cameras on the property and the one that overlooks the beach where we were all spending quality time was uncomfortable. Had this been clearly stated in the listing we would have passed on the rental. Also, the owner and his family used part of the property throughout our stay and it didn’t feel like the much needed private getaway we were going for. ##### Travis S. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025