A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the sand and sea.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Sleeps 10•4 bedrooms•5 beds
Popular amenities
On beach
Outdoor pool
Spa pool on site
Onsite parking available
Kitchen
Washing machine
Explore the area
Kill Devil Hills, NC
Aviation Dog Park
Place, Aviation Dog Park
8 min drive
beach
Place, beach
9 min drive
Wright Brothers National Memorial
Place, Wright Brothers National Memorial
10 min drive
Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
Airport, Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
35 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
2nd Level Bedroom 2 Master Bedroom
1 King Bed
2nd Level Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
2nd Level Bedroom 4
2 Single Futons
Main Level Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
4 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 2
Bathroom 3
Bathroom 4
Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Dining area
About this property
Garber Harbor in Colington Harbor Waterfront Canal Hot Tub Jimmy Buffett Bar
Waterfront Canal Home in Colington Harbor | Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Dock, Canal Swimming and Boating and Community Pool & Private Beach
BONUS: Friday-to-Friday rentals = beat the OBX weekend traffic Arrive easier. Leave easier. Start your vacation relaxed—not sitting in traffic.
Escape to our waterfront canal home in beautiful Colington Harbor, where you can enjoy the best of the Outer Banks without fighting the beach crowds or heavy traffic. Located just 3 miles from the oceanfront, our home offers a relaxing coastal setting with easy access to shops, restaurants, and local attractions.
This home is designed for gathering, relaxing, and enjoying the water. Recent updates include an updated kitchen and a new fire pit added for 2026, perfect for evenings by the canal. The home also features a screened Florida-style lanai, giving your group a comfortable outdoor space to relax without the bugs sending you inside.
Guests love the waterfront lifestyle here. You can swim or float in the warm canal water, launch a kayak or paddle board with ease, and explore the nearby canals and sound. We provide easy water access steps, a floating dock, and space for your water fun right from the property. Bring your boat or WaveRunners too — we have a dock, lift, and Jet Ports, depending on the size of your watercraft.
The main level features a large deck overlooking what we proudly call Garber Harbor — the perfect spot for morning coffee, sunset drinks, or simply relaxing by the water.
The lower level is all about fun and convenience, with a hot tub room, TV, refrigerator, and our Jimmy Buffett-themed sports bar complete with 3 TVs and a sound system. There is also a full-size refrigerator downstairs, making it easy to store drinks, groceries, and supplies for a full week’s stay.
Inside and out, the home is loaded with amenities to help make your vacation easy and comfortable, including:
Hot tub Fire Pit (added 2026) Grill TV and audio systems WiFi Refrigerators on both levels Private deck off the primary bedroom Bathrooms and showers on all levels Corn Hole Boards - Large Backyard Kayaks and bicycles available Plenty of driveway parking
As part of Colington Harbor, guests also have access to community amenities including the HOA pool, private beach, and tennis/pickleball courts.
You will also appreciate the convenience of nearby essentials. There is a convenience store close by for last-minute needs, plus a local seafood market on the same road where you can pick up fresh catch and even steamed blue crabs.
We have lived in and loved this home for 20 years, and we hope you will enjoy your stay here as much as our past guests have. We have tried to provide nearly everything you need for a fun, comfortable, and memorable Outer Banks vacation.
Please note: There are no linens included. Guests should bring their own linens and towels, or we are happy to recommend a local rental service that can have everything ready for your arrival.
“Kayaks and bicycles are provided for guest use at your own risk.”
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The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
If you depart before your scheduled check-out time of 10AM - we would appreciate you letting us know via text so we can get our home ready for the next guest. Thank You ! Hope you enjoyed our home.
IF you used Express Linens - Please leave the duffel bag by the Front Door with sheets and towels to be returned
Please report any issues with the house that need attention or repaired.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
We ask that you make sure our backyard light is turned off when you retire for the night. Our neighbors will appreciate your efforts.
Important information
You need to know
Property # 3953329vb
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Kill Devil Hills
Located on the beach, this holiday home is in Colington Harbour, a neighbourhood in Kill Devil Hills. Wright Brothers National Memorial and Monument to a Century of Flight are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Professor Hacker's Lost Treasure Golf and Glazin' Go-Nuts. Paradise Fun Park and Full Throttle Speedway are also worth visiting.
Outer Banks Brewing Station - 9 min drive - 8.1 km
beach - 9 min drive - 8.4 km
beach - 10 min drive - 9.8 km
Wright Brothers National Memorial - 10 min drive - 9.4 km
Getting around
Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 31 min drive
Restaurants
The Jolly Roger Restaurant - 13 min drive
Starbucks
Jack Brown’s Beer & Burger Joint - 10 min drive
Slice Pizzeria - 10 min drive
Dairy Queen - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Garber Harbor in Colington Harbor Waterfront Canal Hot Tub Jimmy Buffett Bar have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
Is Garber Harbor in Colington Harbor Waterfront Canal Hot Tub Jimmy Buffett Bar pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Garber Harbor in Colington Harbor Waterfront Canal Hot Tub Jimmy Buffett Bar ?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Garber Harbor in Colington Harbor Waterfront Canal Hot Tub Jimmy Buffett Bar ?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Garber Harbor in Colington Harbor Waterfront Canal Hot Tub Jimmy Buffett Bar ?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Garber Harbor in Colington Harbor Waterfront Canal Hot Tub Jimmy Buffett Bar located?
This Colington Harbour holiday home is on the beach, 3 mi (4.9 km) from Albemarle Sound, and within 6 mi (10 km) of beach and Aviation Dog Park. Outer Banks Brewing Station and Wright Brothers National Memorial are also within 6 miles (10 km).
About the host
Hosted by scott garber Owner
My wife and I are 3 season now as a Host with VRBO. We have a wonderful home on the water we call Garber's Harbor. We want to share our home with families that want to enjoy and learn what the OBX area can provide for a fun vacation. We have owned this property for over 20 years and we know you will enjoy the neighborhood and the amenities offered in our harbor. We have our own beach and community pool. Tennis, Pickleball and Basketball courts. If you have a boat or wave runner we have a boat ramp available and we have a lot of dock space. Easy access to our canal to swim or float. And we have Kayaks for your use to paddle around the 7 canals that make up Colington Harbor. My wife Debby also does the cleaning in our house and we live about 2 miles away when you are using our home if you have any issue or needs for supply. It is our goal to make sure you have a fun experience staying at our place at Garber Harbor
Why they chose this property
Waterfront home that has 3 living levels. Lower level is our entertainment level with our screen in bar grill area. TV sports bar setup or music system to set the mood in our Jimmy Buffet Key West theme bar. It is also were we have our Hot Tub with it's own TV and sound system. Our main living level has our dinning rooms and kitchen centered between 2 living rooms. Plenty of room for relaxing and sitting around for conversation or puzzles or cards and the other living room area has our TV Audio System. This level also has a large deck for outside drinks and conversation and to watch all the boaters floating by. Looking over the canal and watching the water can add to the trip in saying we can just relax and enjoy what the day offers right here on our deck.
What makes this property unique
There are many homes you can choose from, but we offer water front canal home. Bring your boat or wave runners kayak or paddle boards or use ours. Go to our pool or play pickleball or tennis. And plenty of rooms to just be to yourself if you need the ME time. Everything including the beach is within 3 mile ride. Plus we have local restaurant on Colington Road and you don't have to go out and manage the traffic. We offer Friday to Friday check-in and Check-out which gives you time to beat the weekend traffic and still able to get home and have some weekend to unwind from your fun at OBX We think you will enjoy our home and thanks for your consideration, as we know you have many choices here in OBX
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