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
Look forward to summer vibes and a lifetime of memories when you reserve Endless Summer, a four-bedroom custom-built home situated along the Village at Nags Head golf course. The reverse floor plan provides the top level great room with vaulted ceilings and a horizon ocean view. Two sliding doors let in an abundance of natural light and open onto t
SAND1: Endless Summer
House
Bedrooms 4 bedrooms
Bathrooms 3 Full, 2 Half
Guests 8 guests
Rating 4.7 (4 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
* NHCF20: Barracuda Cove
House Pet Friendly
Bedrooms 4 bedrooms
Bathrooms 2 Full
Guests 8 guests
Rating 4.8 (11 Reviews)
Peer Paradise is the ultimate oceanfront getaway on the Outer Banks, perfect for creating unforgettable OBX memories with your family. From the top-level deck, enjoy one of the best views on the Outer Banks—an open, unobstructed panorama of the Atlantic Ocean and Jennette’s Pier. It’s the kind of breathtaking view where you can relax for hours, soa
Hot HOT 49
SS52: Peer Paradise (Formerly Staying Gold)
House Pet Friendly
Bedrooms 5 bedrooms
Bathrooms 4 Full, 1 Half
Guests 10 guests
Rating 5 (21 Reviews)
This lovely townhome is one of eight on the beach road in Nags Head. Enjoy a community pool and easy access to the sparkling blue Atlantic Ocean. Jacuzzi bathtub, wet bar, wine cooler that holds up to 45 bottles, wood burning fireplace available mid September through end of April, booster seat, outside enclosed shower and ground level deck.My Kind
ACF: My Kind Of Townhome
Townhouse
Bedrooms 3 bedrooms
Bathrooms 2 Full, 1 Half
Guests 6 guests
Rating 4.8 (14 Reviews)
Just steps from the ocean, this beautiful oceanfront, duplex home in Nags Head boasts unbelievable views, high dunes and all the comforts of home. Step inside and escape to the Ship's Watch to take in the breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean through a wall of windows or relax in the Great Room which features a stone fireplace, TV and wet-bar wi
SP1B: SandE Shores (formerly Sister Seas)
Duplex
Bedrooms 4 bedrooms
Bathrooms 3 Full
Guests 8 guests
Rating 4.8 (9 Reviews)
The coastal retreat you've been dreaming of, this beautiful Nags Head home has a bright, updated interior and a prime location! During your vacation, head to the nearby Jockey's Ridge State Park, Jennette's Pier, Lost Treasure Golf, Bodie Island Lighthouse, and North Carolina Aquarium on Roanoke Island. Inside, lounge on the soft sofa while tuning
* NHCG04: Sunshine Days
Duplex
Bedrooms 2 bedrooms
Bathrooms 2 Full
Guests 4 guests
Rating 4.8 (7 Reviews)
A beautiful oceanside home located in Old Nags Head Place. You and your family will enjoy all the great outdoor amenities this home offers, including a private saltwater pool, hot tub, and fenced in yard - perfect for small children!This home has all the comforts you need including 3 ensuite bedrooms to choose from, plenty of outdoor decks and a de
JR119: Jockey's Ridge 119
House
Bedrooms 5 bedrooms
Bathrooms 4 Full
Guests 12 guests
Rating 5 (2 Reviews)
Update for 2025! A brand new private pool (heated seasonally) will be installed just in time for Spring. New amenities for 2025 will also include a hot tub and outdoor recreation area with pool table. If you're in search of unobstructed ocean views and direct access to the beach, look no further than Shell Cottage. This newly updated oceanfront hom
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SN0625: Shell Cottage
House Pet Friendly
Bedrooms 4 bedrooms
Bathrooms 3 Full, 1 Half
Guests 8 guests
Rating 5 (27 Reviews)
Moon Rider offers the original, classic Nags Head Cottage life. This newly renovated cottage with the covered decks and screened porch are just waiting for you to grab your favorite beverage and book and leave all your cares behind. Imagine just sitting there smelling the salty air and listening to the ocean waves. Your private walkway to the beaut
Hot HOT 43
SN0531: Moon Rider
House
Bedrooms 3 bedrooms
Bathrooms 3 Full
Guests 6 guests
Rating 5 (29 Reviews)
Welcome to 'Port 51'! This beach house is a prime rental property with stunning ocean views from the front decks and unobstructed sound views over parkland from the rear decks, offering perfect sunrise and sunset opportunities. Just steps away from the beach, the Outer Banks Fishing Pier, and Fish Heads Bar and Grill, this spacious home features 5
SN2514: Port 51
House Pet Friendly
Bedrooms 5 bedrooms
Bathrooms 4 Full, 1 Half
Guests 10 guests
Rating 5 (10 Reviews)
Escape to your ultimate beach getaway with family or friends at our beautifully decorated oceanfront duplex located in the desirable Sea Pointe/Nags Head area. Immerse yourself in the sun, surf, and sand while enjoying the relaxing ambiance of our home.Take advantage of the community amenities, including a refreshing swimming pool and tennis courts
Hot HOT 42
SP5A: Sea-Duced
Duplex
Bedrooms 5 bedrooms
Bathrooms 5 Full, 1 Half
Guests 10 guests
Rating 4.9 (20 Reviews)
Born In The Sand is located in the secluded waterfront community of The Villas on the Roanoke Sound, bordered by Nags Head Woods and Jockey's Ridge State Park. This comfortably furnished, three bedroom townhouse provides everything you need for a fun-filled and relaxing vacation. Take advantage of a variety of neighborhood amenities, including two
VS5: Born In The Sand
Townhouse
Bedrooms 3 bedrooms
Bathrooms 2 Full, 1 Half
Guests 6 guests
Rating 5 (4 Reviews)

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