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
We highly recommend 4x4 and high clearance vehicles for parking at this rental home, as the property does not have a paved driveway. The condition of the parking area can change quickly, causing sand accumulation and potential vehicle damage (either sand-blasting or vehicles becoming stuck). Village Realty is not responsible for any towing costs or
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* SN4922: Blissful Beach House (formerly known as The Sea Salt Cottage at Geri's Place)
House Pet Friendly
Bedrooms 3 bedrooms
Bathrooms 1 Full, 1 Half
Guests 6 guests
Rating 4.7 (53 Reviews)
Centrally located at Milepost 11 in Nags Head, Beach Bum'n is just a short walk to the beach and within a mile radius of everything you'll need for laid back trip to the OBX. This thoughtfully furnished, abundantly stocked, and well-maintained oceanside home was designed with vacationers in mind. A bright and airy great room is located on the top l
GR3611: Beach Bum'n
House
Bedrooms 5 bedrooms
Bathrooms 5 Full, 1 Half
Guests 10 guests
Rating 5 (4 Reviews)
Experience the ultimate vacation in this treasured oceanfront home in the Outer Banks, where you will enjoy breathtaking view of the Atlantic! This spacious retreat is designed for both relaxation and entertainment, featuring a charming gazebo, a soothing outdoor hot tub, three inviting porches, and a comfortable den, ensuring ample space for ever
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SS06: Leg-a-Sea
House
Bedrooms 6 bedrooms
Bathrooms 5 Full, 1 Half
Guests 12 guests
Rating 5 (4 Reviews)
When it's time for a change in your attitude, or in your spouse's attitude, or even your children's attitudes... why not make it easy with A Change in Latitude?This family-friendly and comfortable Outer Banks vacation rental might be just the thing to make your next beach week the best ever. Located near Mile Post 14 in Nags Head, close to excellen
SV12: A Change In Latitude
House Pet Friendly
Bedrooms 5 bedrooms
Bathrooms 3 Full, 1 Half
Guests 10 guests
Rating 4.9 (23 Reviews)
Sea Rise is a well-maintained and comfortably furnished beach house located in the Ridges community of the Village at Nags Head. The spacious back sun deck will be the perfect place to enjoy your morning coffee while making your plans for the day. An open-concept great room is ideal for gathering with family and friends, and a well-equipped kitchen
R59: Sea Rise
House
Bedrooms 3 bedrooms
Bathrooms 2 Full, 1 Half
Guests 6 guests
Rating 5 (3 Reviews)
Updates for 2025: Newly renovated rec room with updated pool table, video game table, Skeeball, large TV and secondary den | Updated bathrooms | Hot Tub | New flooring, fresh paint and updated decor | New polywood outdoor furniture | Updated screened porch | New outdoor games including cornhole | King beds in all upper-level bedrooms - six total! Y
SN0213: Surf Monkey
House
Bedrooms 8 bedrooms
Bathrooms 5 Full, 1 Half
Guests 16 guests
Rating 4.8 (8 Reviews)
Delightful Dolphin is located on the sound side at The Villas on the Roanoke Sound with views of the sound. This 2 bedroom townhome is the perfect place to get away for your fun-filled OBX vacation. The secluded vacation resort is bordered by Nags Head Woods, Jockey's Ridge State Park, and the Roanoke Sound. Community amenities include two swimming
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VS3: Delightful Dolphin
Townhouse
Bedrooms 2 bedrooms
Bathrooms 2 Full, 1 Half
Guests 4 guests
Rating 4.8 (17 Reviews)
Remodeled kitchen for 2025! Other new features include decks, doors, fans and light fixtures, and the lovely pool, deck and fire pit, all added in the last three years.Enjoy unlimited sunset views from this beautiful Soundfront home, from the bridge to Manteo up to the open Sound, and the loveliest private pool and deck on the Soundside-- heated 15
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SA06: Tramonti
House
Bedrooms 5 bedrooms
Bathrooms 4 Full, 1 Half
Guests 10 guests
Rating 4.9 (19 Reviews)
Welcome to your dream getaway at this attractively decorated oceanfront duplex in the picturesque Sea Pointe community within the Village at Nags Head. This stunning home offers breathtaking ocean views from both the first and second stories, allowing you to immerse yourself in the beauty of the Outer Banks right from your own decks.Imagine waking
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SP5B: Sea Pointe Paradise
Duplex
Bedrooms 4 bedrooms
Bathrooms 4 Full, 1 Half
Guests 8 guests
Rating 5 (4 Reviews)
La Mar is where you will find peace and tranquility! This cute townhome is semi-oceanfront and offers a community pool that is shared with only eight units. You and your family will enjoy La Mar with all the comforts of home. With direct beach access across the street at Bainbridge Street and the community pool you won't have to go far for a fun d
ACG: La Mar
Townhouse
Bedrooms 3 bedrooms
Bathrooms 2 Full, 1 Half
Guests 6 guests
Rating 4.8 (10 Reviews)
6 bedrooms, 5 ½ bath semi-oceanfront OBX vacation home; Fronting the Beach Road in South Nags Head (guests will cross the 2 lane Beach Road to get to the ocean). 24' x 12' private heated pool, hot tub, TVs, WiFi, DVR, Blu Ray players, Rec Room with Pool Table, 3 separate seating areas, fireplace, 3 wet bars, high chair, 4 full size refrigerators, s
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SN34: Triple Play
House Pet Friendly
Bedrooms 6 bedrooms
Bathrooms 5 Full, 1 Half
Guests 12 guests
Rating 4.8 (18 Reviews)
Enjoy the spectacular sunsets over Roanoke Sound while overlooking the 13th fairway and green from our 3-bedroom OBX vacation home in Nags Head. This property is ideally situated for your family to enjoy all the amenities necessary for a perfect getaway! Inside, you’ll find TVs, DVD players, and WiFi for your entertainment, as well as a grill for o
L10: Southern Reach
House
Bedrooms 3 bedrooms
Bathrooms 2 Full
Guests 6 guests
Rating 5 (3 Reviews)

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