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 292 properties available
Sit back and relax at this wonderful canalfront home with fantastic water views. Highlights include stainless steel appliances in the kitchen, hammock porch swings, a private boat dock, a wet bar, an outdoor shower, picnic tables, large smart TVs, two decks, and quality furnishings throughout. With so much to do nearby, guests will find hours of e
* NHCD28: Subtle Sounds
* NHCD28: Subtle Sounds
House Pet Friendly
Bedrooms 4 bedrooms
Bathrooms 2 Full, 1 Half
Guests 8 guests
Rating 4.8 (31 Reviews)
With a prime location near the beach and everything Nags Head has to offer, this lovely Outer Banks condo is simply the best option for your next family beach-cation! Located on the second floor, this waterfront retreat features a sunny open layout with a flatscreen TV with cable (all over TVs are Smart TVs), an updated kitchen with Drip and Keurig
* OA1: Nauti by Nature
* OA1: Nauti by Nature
Condo
Bedrooms 3 bedrooms
Bathrooms 3 Full
Guests 6 guests
Rating 4.9 (24 Reviews)
The Happy Crab is a well-maintained, semi-oceanfront home in Nags Head that will meet all of your family vacation needs and then some. A variety of amenities will keep everyone in your group entertained throughout your stay, including a private pool, hot tub and rec room. The central location can't be beat, and getting to the beach will be quick an
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EE46: The Happy Crab
EE46: The Happy Crab
House
Bedrooms 7 bedrooms
Bathrooms 5 Full, 1 Half
Guests 14 guests
Rating 5 (6 Reviews)
Enjoy a truly relaxing vacation On the Sunny Side. This beautifully appointed house overlooks the 13th hole of Nags Head Golf Links and is in walking distance to the Outer Banks Mall.This three bedroom, two bath home includes numerous amenities like; WiFi, Keurig brewer, flat screen TVs, Blu-Ray player and DVD players.In season, take advantage of
L23: On The Sunny Side
L23: On The Sunny Side
House
Bedrooms 3 bedrooms
Bathrooms 2 Full
Guests 6 guests
Rating 4.8 (25 Reviews)
Sand Castle Cottage is a newly renovated, semi-oceanfront vacation home in South Nags Head. In addition to having your very own private pool and hot tub, the ground level is set up for around-the-clock outdoor entertainment and relaxation. Whether you're firing up the grill, lounging by the pool or going one-on-one in foosball or ping pong, everyon
SN218: Sand Castle Cottage
SN218: Sand Castle Cottage
House
Bedrooms 4 bedrooms
Bathrooms 3 Full, 1 Half
Guests 8 guests
Rating 5 (6 Reviews)
Time Out is a charming four-bedroom vacation home located along Beach Road in Nags Head with convenient beach access just across a 2-lane street.This inviting home is equipped with TVs, DVD players, WiFi, an outdoor shower, and a grill for outdoor cooking. Positioned in the Dolphin Run community, you'll enjoy stunning ocean views from the spacious,
DR06: Time Out
DR06: Time Out
House
Bedrooms 4 bedrooms
Bathrooms 2 Full, 1 Half
Guests 10 guests
Rating 5 (18 Reviews)
The voice of the sea speaks to the soul. The touch of the sea is sensuous, enfolding the body in its soft, close embrace. ~ Kate ChopinTrip's OBX is located on the oceanfront near Milepost 14.5 in Nags Head and features a community pool and tennis courts. This convenient location means you are close to some of our wonderful Outer Banks restaurants,
QC4: Trip's OBX
QC4: Trip's OBX
Townhouse
Bedrooms 3 bedrooms
Bathrooms 3 Full
Guests 6 guests
Rating 4.8 (23 Reviews)
Centrally located at Milepost 11 in Nags Head, Cooper Cabana is within walking distance to shopping, dining, the local YMCA, and best of all - the beach! Take a quick three-minute walk to the Bonnett Street public access, which features a bath house, sand volleyball court, lifeguard and plenty of parking if you'd prefer to drive. Situated in the oc
GR7811: Cooper Cabana
GR7811: Cooper Cabana
House
Bedrooms 3 bedrooms
Bathrooms 2 Full
Guests 6 guests
Rating 4.9 (23 Reviews)
Fairway View is a cute, dog-friendly only home located on the fairway in the golf course community in The Village at Nags Head. If you love to play golf this is just the right home for you! The Nags Head Golf Links clubhouse and golf course are right across the street, and guests can take advantage of exclusive discounts at this championship level
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R03: Fairway View
R03: Fairway View
House Pet Friendly
Bedrooms 3 bedrooms
Bathrooms 2 Full, 1 Half
Guests 6 guests
Rating 4.9 (22 Reviews)
Special Offer for the Week of August 29th! The homeowner will provide complimentary Early Check-In (1pm access to the ground level of the home) for the week of 8/29/26 - a $400 value!Beach Boys is the perfect Outer Banks oceanfront vacation home, beautifully furnished and very well maintained. Features and amenities include a private pool, hot tub,
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DE02: Beach Boys
DE02: Beach Boys
House
Bedrooms 8 bedrooms
Bathrooms 6 Full, 1 Half
Guests 16 guests
Rating 5 (32 Reviews)
Come visit and Dare to Relax, in this semi-oceanfront home in Nags Head. This thoughtfully maintained home has lovely ocean views and is only one short block to a community beach access. A private pool and hot tub and enclosed extra large yard provide endless outdoor fun, and a game room with a foosball table and dry bar make even a rainy day a gre
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GR2234: Dare To Relax
GR2234: Dare To Relax
House
Bedrooms 5 bedrooms
Bathrooms 5 Full, 1 Half
Guests 10 guests
Rating 5 (18 Reviews)
Make Gillespie Cottage the home away from home that your family will want to return to year after year. This classic oceanfront retreat in South Nags Head offers exceptional views and your own private access to the beach. Two levels of east-facing covered decks provide plenty of outdoor space for watching the sunrise and listening to the crashing w
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SN0623: Gillespie Cottage
SN0623: Gillespie Cottage
House
Bedrooms 5 bedrooms
Bathrooms 3 Full
Guests 10 guests
Rating 5 (11 Reviews)

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