Water views and a fenced-in yard at Meehan Cottage in Colington Harbour - Vacation rental home in Kill Devil Hills, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 8
• 4 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

Located on a peaceful cul-de-sac in the gated waterfront community of Colington Harbour, Meehan Cottage is an idyllic family-friendly vacation rental.

Guests at Meehan Cottage are sure to appreciate all of the amenities Colington Harbour offers, including a soundside park with sandy beaches, a playground, with a sheltered picnic area, an Olympic-sized soundfront community pool and kiddie pool, community tennis, and basketball courts. Colington Harbour also offers boat ramp access, so you can cruise the canals or hit the sound for a fun-filled day on the water!

When not outside appreciating the 2 decks with canal vistas or the fenced-in yard ideal for the dog, most of your time will be spent calming in the sizable bright living area with a cathedral ceiling and connecting refreshed kitchen and dining area. Stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and plenty of cabinet storage make preparing meals a breeze. The pantry off the kitchen with a stackable washer/dryer makes doing a load of laundry fast and convenient.

The queen en suite down the hall offers a private bath with a standup shower. A queen bedroom and a bedroom with 2 twin beds share a full hall bath, rounding out the top level.

Downstairs through a separate entrance, a enormous additional area offers seating, a TV, and a wet bar. A full bath with a shower and a additional room with a queen bed can also be found on the ground level.

As Colington Island is in the heart of Kill Devil Hills, you’ll have painless access to a wide array of eateries, grocery stores, and shopping opportunities, as well as many attractions and guest destinations, like the Wright Brothers Memorial. Take a drive down Colington Road to the Ocean Bay Blvd. public beach access, the main location for Kill Devil Hills Ocean Rescue, offering handicapped beach access, public parking, and bathrooms.

Sheets and towels are supplied for full-week units.

Meehan Cottage is pet-friendly. There is an additional charge for guests bringing family pets, which will be added and collected after booking. Pet costs range from $161-231 depending on the property, and will be assessed state and local taxes.

Meehan Cottage includes credit for $245 in beach gear units from our partners at VayK Life. Stay between April 4th and October 19th, 2025 (7-nighttime minimum) and use your beach gear credit for items such as bicycles, beach chairs, umbrellas, paddleboards, and more!

Layout:

Ground Level: Den/living area, wet bar, additional room with queen bed with Window AC, full bath, picnic table, fire pit.

Top Level: Living area, dining area, kitchen, washer/dryer, queen en suite with private bath, queen bedroom, bunk bedroom, full shared bath.

About the Area

Located by the sea, this vacation home is in Colington Harbour, a neighborhood in Kill Devil Hills. Stop-N-Shop Beach Shop and Destination Fun are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Outer Banks Mall and Outlets Nags Head. Professor Hacker's Lost Treasure Golf and Paradise Fun Park are also worth visiting. With kayaking and fishing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.

Special Instructions

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Pet Policy

Pets allowed

Finding the best rental home experience:

When to book & When to go:

• Summertime is high season in the Kill Devil Hills area. Reserving a rental home in Fall or Spring is a good way to save on your rental home. Rates are lower, and you'll find a better selection of desirable homes. Many vacationers use this strategy to find larger homes within budget, or to book a beach front rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during the Summer. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Kill Devil Hills vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation on the coast? Thanksgiving and Christmas are great times to gather with friends and family at the beach.
• Book your rental as soon as possible. Rental schedules often open twelve months in advance (or in September just after Summertime ends). Many groups book their Summer rental homes during Winter holiday get-togethers. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• Owners sometimes offer discounts for veterans and active duty military. Check with your host or property manager to see if discounts are available for your family before you book.
• Booking websites often offer customers an option to obtain trip insurance. Trip insurance, which normally costs 1% - 5% of the reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any missed trip time as a result of medical-related catastrophes or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel stay or extra fuel expenses. Trip insurance might be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for additional information.
• Often, property management companies and vacation rental houses supply Kill Devil Hills area travel guide magazines which often include special offers, either offered independently by local companies, or by way of a relationship between the management company and the business itself. You can also find Kill Devil Hills visitors guide and coupon books at local gas stations and shopping centers.

Selecting the best vacation rental in Kill Devil Hills:

• Select your dates and budget.
• Determine how many beds and what type of bedroom configuration you need. Water views and a fenced-in yard at Meehan Cottage in Colington Harbour has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Kill Devil Hills rentals search.
• Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is often available on booking pages. If not, email or call the property owner before booking the home. Remember that most properties list the max. guest capacity, which frequently includes pull-out couches. You will need to work out what bed configuration is suitable for your vacation family.
• Is your family looking for special amenities? Most websites include amenity lists and search filters.
• Suitable accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for persons with a disability. .
• Are you bringing the family pet? Many vacation homes allow animals, but guidelines and restrictions apply. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Ask your host before booking, and study your agreement thoroughly! Pet fees or may be applied to your agreement.

Tips for your stay:

• Put the manager's information in your smartphone.
• Upon check-in, record any issues with the rental property and immediately contact the property manager. Keep records of all coorespondence.
• Property managers are available to help! Don't be shy to ask questions during your stay.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like disrespectful visitors disrupting your peaceful neighborhood. Use the golden rule for best judgement. If they like you, locals might even recommend great beaches and attractions you would've never otherwise known!
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Residents can often help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to order delicious takeout, have a great night out, or the best spots for bird watching?
• Lock your vacation home while you are out. Keep your property safe!
• Don't leave anything behind! Just before departing, take a walk through the rental to reconfirm you've collected all personal belongings. Re-check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden items. Clean the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• After your trip, leave feedback! Property managers rely on excellent feedback to compel new bookings. They'll be grateful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something went awry, other vacationers will will be grateful for your review and help them have the best future vacation. Remember to be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the manager could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to solve it.