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The Westender

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A wooden deck with a table and chairs, overlooking a body of water.
A cozy cabin interior with a fireplace, a sofa, a television, and a view of the outdoors.
A wooden interior with a dining table, chairs, a fireplace, and kitchen cabinets.
A cozy cabin interior with a fireplace, wooden walls, a sofa, a chair, and a television.
A lakeside cabin with a dock, surrounded by dense forest and a clear sky.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Highlights

  • Garage parking available
    Enjoy the convenience of garage parking - a rare offering in the area.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Garage parking available
  • Laundry
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Hessel, MI
  • Place, Kewadin Casino - St. Ignace
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Place, Mackinac Bridge
    ‪35 min drive‬
  • Place, Headlands International Dark Sky Park
    ‪44 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sault Ste. Marie, MI (CIU-Chippewa County Intl.)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony

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About the neighborhood

Hessel

Located in Hessel, this cottage is on the waterfront. British Landing and Fort Holmes are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Huron and Sandy Cove. The Original Mackinac Island Butterfly House & Insect World and Wings of Mackinac Butterfly Conservatory are also worth visiting.
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Hessel, MI

What's nearby

  • Kewadin Casino - St. Ignace - 29 min drive - 50.3 km
  • Mackinac Bridge - 35 min drive - 64.4 km
  • Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse - 40 min drive - 70.2 km
  • Headlands International Dark Sky Park - 44 min drive - 72.7 km
  • Bay Mills Casino - 57 min drive - 107.1 km

Getting around

  • Sault Ste. Marie, MI (CIU-Chippewa County Intl.) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Tipper Room - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Les Cheneaux Culinary School Restaurant - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Snows Bar and Grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Islander Bar - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Ang-Gios - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Westender pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Westender?

As of Nov 4, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Westender on Sep 28, 2027 start from $429, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at The Westender?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Westender?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Westender located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is steps from Lake Huron and 11.5 mi (18.6 km) from Sandy Cove. Kewadin Casino - St. Ignace and Castle Rock are also within 25 mi (40 km).

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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7.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

8.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

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!
Verified review

4/10 Poor

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 7, 2026
Hello - We appreciate your feedback and are sorry to hear this was your experience. First and foremost, I just finished our annual meeting with the owners and have confirmed that the camera facing the beach was for offseason security and is not operational, however it has since been removed. The owners did have another property across the street which is likely how you ran into them, but that has been sold so this should not be an issue moving forward. Thank you again for the feedback, we hope to get the opportunity to host you again and provide a better experience.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Beautiful view with lots of space to spread out and relax while enjoying nature.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Another Great Year

We have been visiting the Westender for several years now. It’s always a wonderful vacation. Located in a quiet spot, but close to lots of fun things in Hessel and Cedarville, as well as within a reasonable drive for lots of other adventures. We are already looking forward to visiting again!
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