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
Charming oceanside home offers beautiful ocean and sound views, furnished decks and large spacious rooms. Have your family dreams come true in our 'Sea Dreamer'.Three lots back from the beach in the Village at Nags Head. Hot Tub on deck, Jacuzzi, grill, fish cleaning table, outside shower.Please note that while access to seasonal amenities at the V
SS42: Sea Dreamer
House
Bedrooms 5 bedrooms
Bathrooms 3 Full, 1 Half
Guests 10 guests
Rating 4.8 (9 Reviews)
Welcome to Soundset, your ultimate escape with breathtaking panoramic sound views! This inviting home features a wrap-around porch and a spacious open deck, perfect for lounging and soaking up the sun while enjoying the serene landscape. Every corner of this home has been designed to offer magnificent views, ensuring that you can appreciate the bea
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MS20: Soundset
House
Bedrooms 5 bedrooms
Bathrooms 4 Full, 1 Half
Guests 10 guests
Rating 4.8 (26 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)
Welcome to Azure Dreams. Located amongst the unpainted aristocracy in the Nags Head Historical District at MP 13-MP13.S. Small Street Beach Access is 1/8 mile south on Beach Road. A short walk past many historical cottages. This spacious home of over 3,600 sq. ft. boasts 6 bedrooms consisting of 4 King Master Suites, 2 bunk rooms with 4 beds in eac
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JR4309: Azure Dreams
House Pet Friendly
Bedrooms 6 bedrooms
Bathrooms 5 Full, 2 Half
Guests 18 guests
Rating 4.8 (15 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
House
Bedrooms 7 bedrooms
Bathrooms 7 Full
Guests 14 guests
Rating 5 (4 Reviews)
Exclusive Nags Head location perfectly situated on the shores of the Atlantic offers breathtaking ocean views for the ultimate in a family reunion, a gathering of friends, or a celebration of any kind. This Outer Banks vacation retreat is truly an oceanfront estate with luxurious living and recreation space. Just steps from the ocean, spend your da
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NH09: Home Again
House
Bedrooms 8 bedrooms
Bathrooms 7 Full, 2 Half
Guests 16 guests
Rating 5 (25 Reviews)
Getting out of bed has never been easier when you stay at Morning Brew for your next Outer Banks vacation. Part of the Linkside community in the Village at Nags Head, this well-maintained three-bedroom home combines the best in comfort and convenience. Two levels of decking allow multi-directional views of the lake, golf course and sound. The rever
L06: Morning Brew
House
Bedrooms 3 bedrooms
Bathrooms 2 Full
Guests 6 guests
Rating 5 (2 Reviews)
At this custom-built oceanside home in Nags Head, Happy Hour isn't a time - it's a state of mind. Getting to the beach will be safe and easy using one of the two nearby public accesses with pedestrian crosswalks, both just a short walk away. Situated on a large lot that spans an entire block, Happy Hour consists of the main house with five bedrooms
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GR3630: Happy Hour
House
Bedrooms 5 bedrooms
Bathrooms 5 Full, 1 Half
Guests 10 guests
Rating 5 (15 Reviews)
This beautiful custom designed former model home includes a large den as well as a captain's watch. Offering ocean to sound views and direct ocean access, this home affords vacationers the best outdoor activities and dining experiences that the Outer Banks has to offer. 14' x 20' private pool, hot tub, den w/mini-fridge, TVs, DVD player, WiFi, high
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NH13: Off Course
House
Bedrooms 5 bedrooms
Bathrooms 5 Full
Guests 10 guests
Rating 5 (14 Reviews)
New to the Village Realty program for 2025! Life is sweet at Salt Box, a semi-oceanfront home with private pool in central Nags Head. This charming cottage was moved from the original location in South Nags Head to its new home on a corner lot just east of the popular Blue Moon Beach Grill. The Small Street beach access is just a 4-minute walk from
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JR2732: Salt Box
House
Bedrooms 4 bedrooms
Bathrooms 2 Full, 1 Half
Guests 8 guests
Rating 4.8 (19 Reviews)
Marlin Manor is an Old Nags Head style home that offers views of the beautiful Atlantic Ocean from the top level deck. and just a short distance to the beach, shopping, yummy food, fishing, and family fun. This great 5 bedroom home makes the ultimate family vacation even better! Enjoy the comforts of the spacious decks as you take in the serene and
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JR4205: Marlin Manor
House Pet Friendly
Bedrooms 5 bedrooms
Bathrooms 4 Full
Guests 10 guests
Rating 4.9 (10 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
Hot HOT 85
SS22: Seaside 22
House Pet Friendly
Bedrooms 7 bedrooms
Bathrooms 6 Full
Guests 14 guests
Rating 4.8 (14 Reviews)

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