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
Escape to the perfect blend of beach house bliss and rustic mountain charm with our unique vacation rental in Nags Head, NC. This house, which feels like a cozy mountain cabin nestled in the woods, has undergone many upgrades and is ready to welcome you for a relaxing getaway.As you arrive at this charming vacation rental, you'll immediately feel a
* NR1362: The Log Inn
* NR1362: The Log Inn
House Pet Friendly
Bedrooms 4 bedrooms
Bathrooms 3 Full
Guests 8 guests
Rating 5 (10 Reviews)
New to the Village Realty program for 2025! A brand new private saltwater pool will be installed just in time for the 2025 spring pool season. Almost Home is the destination you've been searching for! This oceanfront retreat in South Nags Head offers everything you need for a laid-back OBX vacation. From the direct beach access and unobstructed oce
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SN0325: Almost Home
SN0325: Almost Home
House Pet Friendly
Bedrooms 4 bedrooms
Bathrooms 2 Full
Guests 8 guests
Rating 4.9 (17 Reviews)
Harrell's Retreat is a recently updated and comfortably furnished oceanside home located in Dolphin Run, a part of the Village at Nags Head community. The coastal-inspired color palette and tasteful beach-themed decor create a delightful atmosphere for casual family fun. The great room boasts vaulted ceilings and an open-concept layout that encoura
DR39: Harrell's Retreat
DR39: Harrell's Retreat
House
Bedrooms 4 bedrooms
Bathrooms 2 Full, 1 Half
Guests 8 guests
Rating 5 (9 Reviews)
Jumbo's Hideout is located on the soundside in the South Ridge Community and is close to the sound side beach access and Jockey’s Ridge State Park and minutes to the beach. Beautiful, well equipped, and well maintained this home will be just the right spot for your family and pets to relax and unwind. Venture out and shop in our locally owned stor
SR406: Jumbo's Hideout
SR406: Jumbo's Hideout
House Pet Friendly
Bedrooms 4 bedrooms
Bathrooms 2 Full, 1 Half
Guests 8 guests
Rating 4.8 (28 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
B10: Baymeadow 10
B10: Baymeadow 10
House Pet Friendly
Bedrooms 3 bedrooms
Bathrooms 2 Full, 1 Half
Guests 6 guests
Rating 4.8 (25 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 (4 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
JR96: Blue Moon
House
Bedrooms 5 bedrooms
Bathrooms 5 Full, 1 Half
Guests 10 guests
Rating 4.9 (12 Reviews)
Never let the water out of sight at this spacious family-friendly home, located mere steps from the Roanoke Sound beach access. You’re also close to an array of shopping and dining options as well as the ocean! A nearby boat launch offers added convenience for fishing and boating adventures. When you’re not at the beach or exploring the open waters
* NHCG22: Bikini Bottom
* NHCG22: Bikini Bottom
House
Bedrooms 4 bedrooms
Bathrooms 3 Full
Guests 8 guests
Rating 4.7 (19 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
JR369: Point Of Views NC
JR369: Point Of Views NC
House
Bedrooms 5 bedrooms
Bathrooms 4 Full, 1 Half
Guests 10 guests
Rating 4.8 (13 Reviews)
Escape to this magnificent beach home where breathtaking ocean and sound views greet you from every room. Spanning over 4000 sq ft, this beautifully decorated, well-maintained property features cathedral ceilings, creating a spacious and inviting atmosphere perfect for family gatherings or group getaways. With 7 spacious bedrooms, 'Seaside 22' comf
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SS22: Seaside 22
SS22: Seaside 22
House Pet Friendly
Bedrooms 7 bedrooms
Bathrooms 6 Full
Guests 14 guests
Rating 4.8 (14 Reviews)
Imagine starting your OBXcitement adventure by watching the mesmerizing sunrise over the Atlantic Ocean. Picture yourself relaxing on the private balcony off the king en-suite, soaking in the spectacular ocean views. This charming three-bedroom, three-bath oceanfront townhome is situated in the popular vacation destination of The Quay in Nags Head,
QE6: OBXcitement
QE6: OBXcitement
Townhouse
Bedrooms 3 bedrooms
Bathrooms 3 Full
Guests 6 guests
Rating 5 (20 Reviews)
You will have the right Per-SPECHT-tive when you vacation in this oceanside home! Located in the beautiful Village at Nags Head and offering Village Beach Club membership you will feel like you are in a resort and can just relax. With the beach only a short walk away, you can spend the day surfing, swimming, searching for seashells and sea glass or
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CS05: Per-SPECHT-tive
CS05: Per-SPECHT-tive
House
Bedrooms 7 bedrooms
Bathrooms 7 Full
Guests 14 guests
Rating 5 (3 Reviews)

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