Nags Head Vacation Rentals

Find the Beach Rental That Turns One Week Into Twenty Summers

Discover the best vacation rentals in Nags Head on the Outer Banks. Every Outer Banks town has its specialty. Nags Head has all of them. Championship golf, a historic fishing pier, the oldest cottage row on the Banks, and mile after mile of wide, uncrowded beach share one zip code here. That range is why Village Realty planted its roots in Nags Head over three decades ago and why our 250+ rental properties span everything from classic cottages to eleven-bedroom oceanfront estates. Browse our Nags Head beach vacation rentals and find the home you'll return to year after year.


Discover the Best Places to Stay in Nags Head

Welcome to the heart of North Carolina’s Outer Banks! The popularity of Nags Head as an ideal vacation destination reaches as far back as the mid-1800s when just one hotel and a handful of cottages dotted the landscape from the sound side to the sea. The Town of Nags Head now stretches from Milepost 10 to 22. Northern Nags Head offers great variety in activities, shopping, restaurants and well-appointed communities, oceanfront to sound front, like Old Nags Head Place at Milepost 12 and The Village at Nags Head at Milepost 15. The area south of Milepost 16.5 known as South Nags Head is primarily residential and backs up to Pea Island Wildlife Refuge, allowing a feeling of being away from it all yet within minutes of the action. The Town of Nags Head has over 30 public beach accesses, some with parking and ten with lifeguard stands. There are several sound-side water access points.


Jockey’s Ridge, the largest living sand dune on the East Coast, is the crowning jewel of Nags Head. Learn how to fly a hang glider, explore the wildlife, or see how fast you can run down the tallest dune! Nags Head also offers three piers, wonderful wide beaches, the Nags Head Golf Links, many putt-putt courses, and plenty of choices for restaurants and shopping. Many Nags Head homes offer access to the Outer Banks Family YMCA near milepost 11. Don’t hesitate to reach out to our experienced local team for help finding the perfect Nags Head vacation rental for your trip!


Nags Head Rental Options

Nags Head Beach House Rentals

Nags Head houses are where the biggest traditions live. Discover vacation homes in Nags Head offering wide decks, big kitchens, and room for three generations under one roof.

Nags Head Condo Rentals

Condos trade square footage for simplicity. Browse vacation condo rentals in Nags Head with community pools, direct beach access, and nothing to look after but your tan.

Nags Head Townhouse Rentals

Townhome rentals sit on rare ground, between the maritime forest of Nags Head Woods and the dunes of Jockey's Ridge. Explore townhouses with community pools, tennis courts, and a private sound pier.

Nags Head Duplex Rentals

Nags Head duplex rentals offer two private units under one roof, meaning shared beach days, separate kitchens, and no drawing straws for bedrooms. 

Nags Head Cottage Rentals

Nags Head practically invented the beach cottage, from the weathered cedar shakes to the rocking-chair porch. Our cottage rentals in Nags Head keep that timeless charm alive, with the sand just steps away.


Popular Nags Head Beach Rental Amenities

Nags Head vacations are unhurried by design. Mornings begin on the deck as salt air drifts in off the Atlantic and Jockey's Ridge rises on the other side. Slow hours by the pool stretching into long afternoons on the beach and sandy feet finding their way back to the deck by dinner create annual traditions. No two families carry the same tradition just as no two rentals in our collection are the same. Somewhere in Village Realty's 250+ Nags Head vacation rentals is the one your family will request by name for years to come, and these amenities are the best place to start looking. Start with what matters most to your crew and find the beach rental that fits your week.


Browse Over 300 Beach Rental Properties in Nags Head, North Carolina 


Properties Available 293 properties available
Located just three homes south of the nearest public beach access and right next to Booty Treats ice cream, this idyllic multi-level home provides guests with the ultimate beach spot for a family vacation! This retreat has six bedrooms located throughout three levels, which is perfect if you were planning on bringing your entire family or groups of
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* NH0906: Sweet Retreat in Nags Head
House
Bedrooms 6 bedrooms
Bathrooms 5 Full, 1 Half
Guests 12 guests
Rating 4.7 (23 Reviews)
Welcome to 'Soliel,' your perfect getaway for relaxation, adventure, and cherished memories with your large family! Nestled in the heart of Nags Head, this beautifully designed and furnished oceanfront home is ideally located just steps away from the pristine beaches of the Outer Banks, ensuring you have everything you need for an unforgettable vac
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NH07: Soleil
House Pet Friendly
Bedrooms 7 bedrooms
Bathrooms 6 Full
Guests 14 guests
Rating 4.9 (25 Reviews)
Location, Location, Location! This home has it. With very close beach access (less than 100 yards) and a birds eye view of Jockeys Ridge, who could ask for more. This house has decks on both the front and back of the house making this the perfect place to bring the kids! Sit and smell the ocean breezes in the morning from the front porch while drin
JR247: Carolinian
House
Bedrooms 5 bedrooms
Bathrooms 4 Full, 1 Half
Guests 10 guests
Rating 5 (6 Reviews)
A beautiful oceanside home located in Old Nags Head Place. You and your family will enjoy all the great outdoor amenities this home offers, including a private saltwater pool, hot tub, and fenced in yard - perfect for small children!This home has all the comforts you need including 3 ensuite bedrooms to choose from, plenty of outdoor decks and a de
JR119: Jockey's Ridge 119
House
Bedrooms 5 bedrooms
Bathrooms 4 Full
Guests 12 guests
Rating 5 (2 Reviews)
Baymeadow 10 is a beautiful 3 bedroom home located in the prestigious community of The Village at Nags Head. New to the vacation rental world you can be among the first set of guests to stay in this amazing home! The spacious decks are a comfortable and relaxing spot to unwind with a good book, your favorite drink or a quite place to capture an ama
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B10: Baymeadow 10
House Pet Friendly
Bedrooms 3 bedrooms
Bathrooms 2 Full, 1 Half
Guests 6 guests
Rating 4.8 (25 Reviews)
Welcome to The Sound of Family, your perfect Outer Banks getaway where coastal charm meets laid-back luxury! This inviting condo is designed for making memories! With a cozy kitchen and dining area that opens to an outdoor patio, ideal for morning coffee or evening cocktails. The living room features kitchenette with a wine/ mini fridge, plus anoth
VI4: The Sound of Family
Condo
Bedrooms 3 bedrooms
Bathrooms 2 Full
Guests 6 guests
Rating 5 (2 Reviews)
Put on your flip flops and bathing suit - you're only 400 feet to the beach! Or just stay and relax in your own private pool or hot tub. If you want to be indoors then gather everyone for a game of pool in the rec room with a wet bar and full size refrigerator. Plenty of room for everyone to have fun and quality time together. Top level decks for s
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JR50: 400 Feet To The Beach
House
Bedrooms 6 bedrooms
Bathrooms 5 Full, 2 Half
Guests 12 guests
Rating 4.6 (6 Reviews)
Just a short walk to the beach, fishing pier, and restaurant - all that you need for a wonderful vacation is here!The beach access is only 300 yards away. Located in Nags Head, featuring a private 22' x 10' pool, hot tub, four master suites including one with a jetted tub, rec room, loft, TVs, DVD players, and WiFi. The rec room is ready for action
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JR96: Blue Moon
House
Bedrooms 5 bedrooms
Bathrooms 5 Full, 1 Half
Guests 10 guests
Rating 4.9 (13 Reviews)
Sail away to this quintessential sea breeze home for a much-needed vacation! You'll be placed in the prime location for some incredible rest and relaxation, just a short drive away from a plethora of beautiful local hotspots. Come visit the famed sand dunes of Jockey's Ridge State Park for a variety of fun-filled activities, like hang gliding, picn
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* NHCF20: Barracuda Cove
House Pet Friendly
Bedrooms 4 bedrooms
Bathrooms 2 Full
Guests 8 guests
Rating 4.7 (9 Reviews)
Remodeled kitchen for 2025! Other new features include decks, doors, fans and light fixtures, and the lovely pool, deck and fire pit, all added in the last three years.Enjoy unlimited sunset views from this beautiful Soundfront home, from the bridge to Manteo up to the open Sound, and the loveliest private pool and deck on the Soundside-- heated 15
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SA06: Tramonti
House
Bedrooms 5 bedrooms
Bathrooms 4 Full, 1 Half
Guests 10 guests
Rating 4.9 (19 Reviews)
Get away from it all at Lagoon Escape, a canalfront home with private dock that's the perfect choice for boaters, watermen, and outdoor lovers. Launch kayaks and SUP's right from your backyard, or use the community boat ramp and dock your vessel or jet skis in the private slip. The ground level has been transformed into an outdoor entertainment are
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NHCA121: Lagoon Escape
House
Bedrooms 4 bedrooms
Bathrooms 3 Full
Guests 8 guests
 New Property!
Every time we walk along a beach some ancient urge disturbs us so that we find ourselves shedding shoes and garments or scavenging among seaweed and whitened timbers like the homesick refugees of a long war. ~Loren EiseleyAvalon is located in the Old Nags Head Place neighborhood, near Milepost 12, on the Outer Banks of North Carolina.The owners hav
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JR101: Avalon
House
Bedrooms 5 bedrooms
Bathrooms 4 Full, 1 Half
Guests 10 guests
Rating 4.9 (31 Reviews)

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