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
You will have an amazing Carolina Treat when you stay at this beautiful oceanfront townhome. Imagine waking up in the morning, grabbing your favorite coffee and watching the sunrise over the Atlantic Ocean and enjoying the salty air and sound of the waves. You are just steps away from the community walkway to the beach and the community pool. Carol
QF6: Carolina Treat
Townhouse
Bedrooms 3 bedrooms
Bathrooms 3 Full
Guests 6 guests
Rating 5 (22 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,
Hot HOT 51
SV07: Sandy Sea Gulls
House
Bedrooms 5 bedrooms
Bathrooms 5 Full, 1 Half
Guests 10 guests
Rating 4.9 (23 Reviews)
Welcome to Ricos Retreat, a Villas on Roanoke Sound condo with outstanding water views and stellar resort-style amenities! Your days under the sun can spent enjoying the 400-ft pier, boat launch, tennis courts, and pools. When you aren't swimming in the pool's turquoise water, head to one of the convenient beach access points, located just minutes
* VA6: Ricos Retreat
Condo
Bedrooms 2 bedrooms
Bathrooms 2 Full, 1 Half
Guests 4 guests
Rating 4.5 (7 Reviews)
Spoon Haven combines quintessential coastal design with a prime soundside location for an authentic Outer Banks experience. Easy access to the sound provides endless opportunities for nature lovers and watermen. Fish or crab from the pier, launch your kayaks or SUP's, or simply admire the phenomenal waterfront sunsets. Getting to the beach is just
WE16: Spoon Haven
House
Bedrooms 4 bedrooms
Bathrooms 3 Full, 1 Half
Guests 8 guests
Rating 5 (8 Reviews)
Have the best of both at this beautiful and conveniently located Outer Banks vacation home... a private pool and really easy beach access! "Point of Views" is oceanside in a favorite Nags Head neighborhood near Jockey's Ridge called Old Nags Head Place.Enjoy the spaciousness and comfort of five bedrooms, four and a half baths, great room, tower roo
Hot HOT 44
JR369: Point Of Views NC
House
Bedrooms 5 bedrooms
Bathrooms 4 Full, 1 Half
Guests 10 guests
Rating 4.8 (13 Reviews)
Salty Vibes is located semi-oceanfront with direct beach access right across the street where you can have fun in the sun, catch some waves or build some sandcastles. End your day at the poolside Tiki bar, swim a few laps in your private pool or just relax in the hot tub. Game time in the rec room will be fun with a pool table and wet bar with a fu
Hot HOT 60
NH2700: Salty Vibes
House Pet Friendly
Bedrooms 5 bedrooms
Bathrooms 4 Full, 1 Half
Guests 10 guests
Rating 4.9 (20 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
Hot HOT 39
* NHCF20: Barracuda Cove
House Pet Friendly
Bedrooms 4 bedrooms
Bathrooms 2 Full
Guests 8 guests
Rating 4.7 (9 Reviews)
Welcome to Chasing the Sun, a spectacular retreat in Nags Head designed for the ultimate Outer Banks getaway. This spacious 6-bedroom, 4 full and 2 half-bath home features beautiful ocean views, a private pool, and a relaxing hot tub for unforgettable days and evenings by the coast.Located near the beach with Village Beach Club access, you'll enjoy
NH3310: Chasing the Sun
House
Bedrooms 6 bedrooms
Bathrooms 4 Full, 2 Half
Guests 12 guests
 New Property!
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)
Discover your ideal vacation getaway in the Outer Banks! This stunning and comfortable retreat offers ample space for family and friends to create unforgettable memories by the beach. Relax in your own private pool and unwind in the hot tub after a day in the sun. With a private walkway leading directly to the beach, you’re just steps away from the
Hot HOT 75
DE10: Duneridge Estates 10
House
Bedrooms 7 bedrooms
Bathrooms 5 Full, 1 Half
Guests 14 guests
Rating 4.6 (13 Reviews)
Anchor down for a while here at Island Trader and make lasting vacation memories. Expansive water views will surely delight and keep you returning to this waterfront gem year after year. Island Trader has been fully remodeled creating spacious open living with water views from the majority of the home. The modern, elegantly furnished interior will
* NHCA21: Island Trader
House
Bedrooms 3 bedrooms
Bathrooms 3 Full
Guests 6 guests
Rating 4.9 (34 Reviews)
Coastal living at its finest, The Blue Crab overlooks North Carolina's gleaming shoreline while boasting a plethora of fantastic amenities! With multiple levels of living, there is more than enough space for you and your loved ones to spread out, get comfortable, and make this space their home. The lower level showcases a pool, hot tub, and gas gri
Hot HOT 48
NH1201: The Blue Crab
House
Bedrooms 5 bedrooms
Bathrooms 5 Full, 1 Half
Guests 10 guests
Rating 5 (13 Reviews)

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