- The village of Henderson (at the junction of County Road 72 and Route 178) has a gas station, a limited grocery store, a post office, and a library
- Harbor Rd (County Route 123) in Henderson Harbor has restaurants and bars that overlook the water
- The Trolley Ice Cream Store is a favorite on hot summer nights — only a 5-minute drive away with outdoor seating and college kids who make sundaes and cones with many, many flavors of Perry’s Ice Cream
- The state boat launch is a short 5-minute drive from the cottage. Once you’re out on the water, it’s a scenic trip around the harbor back to the cottage
- Westcott Beach State Park has a lovely sandy beach and a great scenic lookout for catching sunsets in the evenings
- Trip Advisor website for Henderson Harbor has information about boat rentals, fishing charters, community events, and more.
- The quaint, historic Village of Sacket’s Harbor is a 15 or 20 minute drive away with shops, restaurants and a brew pub. Famous for its War of 1812 Battle Field, it’s a gem for history buffs. Their annual Visitor’s Guide can be found on their website.