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 Carolinaa


Properties Available 293 properties available
This 3 bedroom, two bath beach house in the Village at Nags Head offers comfortable "loungy" furniture, a warm island-inspired decor, and close proximity to the Tanger Outlet shopping, famous restaurants, and fun family activities.The creative design of 'Sandy Tee' offers a spacious master bedroom and bath on its own level with an inviting deck… pe
L46: Sandy Tee
House
Bedrooms 3 bedrooms
Bathrooms 2 Full
Guests 6 guests
Rating 4.9 (18 Reviews)
The Villas on the Roanoke Sound is the perfect place for rest and relaxation in this bright and cheery, 2 bedroom townhome. Enjoy the beautiful water on the sound, 2 community pools, tennis courts, clubhouse and a private 400 foot soundside pier and deck and a playground for the kids. Enjoy your own private patio.Bordered by Nags Head Woods and Joc
VJ2: Villas J2
Townhouse
Bedrooms 2 bedrooms
Bathrooms 2 Full, 1 Half
Guests 4 guests
Rating 4.9 (16 Reviews)
Watch a video showcasing all of Go Your Own Wave's features and amenities at: https://vimeo.com/1005892646Go Your Own Wave is an elite oceanfront paradise, and perfect for family, friends and large groups. This home holds everything needed for an unforgettable OBX vacation. The great room is the heart of the home and is a great space to enjoy quali
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GR0413: Go Your Own Wave
House
Bedrooms 8 bedrooms
Bathrooms 8 Full, 2 Half
Guests 16 guests
Rating 4.9 (17 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)
You will be thrilled with the amazing view of the ocean at Zane's Beach House. This cute and comfortable oceanfront home with its coastal charm is where your family and furry friends will love the quick walk to the beautiful ocean where you can relax in the sun, surf, and search for shells and sea glass. The spacious decks are perfect for gathering
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SN0918: Zane's Beach House
House Pet Friendly
Bedrooms 4 bedrooms
Bathrooms 2 Full
Guests 8 guests
Rating 4.9 (43 Reviews)
Looking for a peaceful vacation or weekend stay in a quiet neighborhood? This house is the perfect getaway! Relax on one of the many private decks and enjoy your panoramic views of the sound. Lounge in the sauna or in the game room on a rainy day. Use the pedestrian walk at the stop light for easy access to enjoy the beach. You are minutes away fro
SW05: Seawatch 5
House
Bedrooms 5 bedrooms
Bathrooms 5 Full, 1 Half
Guests 10 guests
Rating 4.6 (3 Reviews)
Enjoy breathtaking ocean views from this fully remodeled third floor unit. Heron Cove 302N is a well-equipped oceanfront condo boasting a recently updated kitchen, renovated bathrooms and updated flooring throughout. The spacious rooms have been beautifully decorated. Both the living area and primary bedroom open up to a private oceanfront terrace
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H302N: Heron Cove 302N
Condo
Bedrooms 3 bedrooms
Bathrooms 3 Full
Guests 6 guests
Rating 4.9 (15 Reviews)
Welcome to Sandy Sea Gulls! All new for end of 2025 season: Removed all carpet and replaced it with vinyl flooring! This home has a well-equipped, open kitchen and a great room thoughtfully furnished and decorated for your comfort and enjoyment. Relax on the sun deck, in the hot tub, on the covered porch, or the game room with TV, a poker table,
SV07: Sandy Sea Gulls
House
Bedrooms 5 bedrooms
Bathrooms 5 Full, 1 Half
Guests 10 guests
Rating 4.9 (23 Reviews)
Fore Shore (Formerly Leeward Shores 11) combines quintessential coastal design with a prime semi-soundfront location for an authentic Outer Banks experience. It backs up to the Village Golf Links for views of the green, and is situated across from the Roanoke Sound for water views. Fish or crab from the community pier, launch your kayaks or SUP's,
LS11: Fore Shore (Formerly Leeward Shores 11)
House Pet Friendly
Bedrooms 5 bedrooms
Bathrooms 4 Full, 1 Half
Guests 10 guests
Rating 4.9 (11 Reviews)
The hunt is over - Pirate's Booty is the treasure of a beach house you've been searching for! This well-maintained oceanside home offers a variety of amenities and is just a short walk to the beach and Nags Head Pier. When you arrive, skip the stairs and send your luggage and groceries to the upper levels using the elevator. The spacious, open-conc
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JR4228: Pirate's Booty
House
Bedrooms 6 bedrooms
Bathrooms 5 Full, 1 Half
Guests 12 guests
Rating 5 (7 Reviews)
All Decked Out with water views and mesmerizing sunsets! This cute four-bedroom home is located on the sound front in Old Nags Head Cove. Grab your morning coffee or favorite evening beverage and head to the multi-level decks where you can take in the 180-degree views of the sound and watch watersports enthusiast kayaking, paddle boarding, windsurf
NHCB51: All Decked Out
House
Bedrooms 4 bedrooms
Bathrooms 3 Full
Guests 8 guests
Rating 4.9 (27 Reviews)
Ocean Watch neighborhood is where you will find Belle Haven, a beautiful 6 bedroom home, with access to the 40 x 25 x 13 community pool. Beach access is 250 yards away where you can enjoy the sun and surf.After the beach, go explore our beautiful island. We have so many activities, restaurants and sites to see. Jennette's Pier, Wright Brothers Memo
Hot HOT 37
OW14: Belle Haven
House
Bedrooms 6 bedrooms
Bathrooms 5 Full, 1 Half
Guests 12 guests
Rating 5 (10 Reviews)

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