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 288 properties available
Hamps Landing is nestled in the South Ridge Community, an area located in the heart of Nags Head and close to all this area has to offer. When you arrive, use the convenient cargo lift to send up your luggage and groceries for an effortless check-in experience. Enjoy your morning coffee and horizon ocean view while watching the sunrise from the top
SR412: Hamps Landing
House Pet Friendly
Bedrooms 4 bedrooms
Bathrooms 4 Full
Guests 8 guests
Rating 4.9 (11 Reviews)
NEW FOR 2027: KING BED FOR BEDROOM NUMBER 5 AND QUEEN BED FOR BEDROOM NUMBER 2UPGRADES IN 2025: New LVP flooring throughout, full interior and exterior repaint, new kitchen countertops, new kitchen tables and chairs, new lighting throughout, updated smart TVs throughout, upgraded TV in main family room to a 55” as well as new furniture in family r
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SV15: Ocean Dreams
House Pet Friendly
Bedrooms 8 bedrooms
Bathrooms 6 Full
Guests 16 guests
Rating 4.9 (20 Reviews)
Escape to a serene beach retreat in our 2-bedroom semi-oceanfront condo in Nags Head. Unwind on your private balcony, taking in the breathtaking ocean views, and enjoy convenient access to the beach via a short walkway. Located near an array of shops, restaurants, and popular Outer Banks attractions, you'll be spoiled for choice. This comfortable c
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WS01: Whispering Sands #1
Townhouse
Bedrooms 2 bedrooms
Bathrooms 2 Full, 1 Half
Guests 4 guests
Rating 4.8 (38 Reviews)
This 5 bedroom, 4 ½ bath Oceanside home in The Village at Nags Head is a fantastic choice for your next OBX vacation getaway! Just 3 lots back from the beachfront on a quiet side street with a 12' x 24' private pool!Other amenities at Dolphin Waves are 2 master bedrooms, hot tub, rec room with shuffleboard, foosball table, Smart TV's throughout, gr
SS61: Dolphin Waves
House
Bedrooms 5 bedrooms
Bathrooms 4 Full, 1 Half
Guests 10 guests
Rating 4.7 (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 (35 Reviews)
If you're ready to put your Heels In The Sand then look no further! This beautiful four bedroom home located on the oceanside has all the amenities for you to relax and unwind. Your own private pool, rec room with a foosball table and an elevator. Plenty of room for everyone to make those great OBX memories. Close to great restaurants, shopping, an
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JR621: Heels In The Sand
House
Bedrooms 4 bedrooms
Bathrooms 3 Full, 2 Half
Guests 8 guests
Rating 4.9 (15 Reviews)
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 4.6 (5 Reviews)
Welcome to **Cobia**, your ultimate oceanfront retreat where relaxation and luxury meet. With eight master bedrooms, each featuring flat-screen TVs and full baths, this home comfortably accommodates your entire party. Two additional half baths ensure convenience for all guests.Enjoy the spacious private pool and soothing hot tub, along with a direc
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SN06: Cobia
House
Bedrooms 8 bedrooms
Bathrooms 8 Full, 3 Half
Guests 16 guests
Rating 4.9 (23 Reviews)
Enjoy the ultimate in semi-oceanfront vacations. Wonderful views of ocean, Nags Head Golf Links and the sound from expansive two level decks. You'll find pleasure outdoors in the screened dining deck. Beautifully appointed, many amenities!Semi-Oceanfront, located one lot back from the beach. Jacuzzi-Shower, screened porch, gas fireplace, grill, out
SS34: Five Forks South
House
Bedrooms 5 bedrooms
Bathrooms 4 Full
Guests 10 guests
 New Property!
Welcome to Mermaids Cove … or Heron Cove 202 North!Each year we strive to make our special place, your special place. We love our ocean getaway and we want you to love it, too.Take deep breaths … go for long walks … watch the sun rise … see the dolphins swim and the ocean change moods from the large, tile balcony … experience the colors of sunset.
H202N: Heron Cove Mermaids Cove
Condo
Bedrooms 3 bedrooms
Bathrooms 2 Full, 1 Half
Guests 6 guests
Rating 5 (14 Reviews)
Villas M1 is the perfect 3 bedroom townhome located in The Villas on the Roanoke Sound. Enjoy the awesome amenities of this little sound side neighborhood, with 2 community pools, tennis courts, clubhouse, a private 400-foot sound side pier and deck, and a playground for the kids. You will want to capture the most stunning sunsets from the pier an
VM1: Villas M1
Townhouse
Bedrooms 3 bedrooms
Bathrooms 2 Full, 1 Half
Guests 6 guests
Rating 5 (10 Reviews)
You can enjoy Sunsets Forever, a stunning 6-bedroom sound-front home, perfectly situated on the picturesque Nags Head Golf Links. With breathtaking views of the sound and unforgettable sunsets, every evening is a chance to unwind in your own piece of paradise. After a day filled with beach fun, return to your private oasis featuring a refreshing po
SA02: Sunsets Forever
House
Bedrooms 6 bedrooms
Bathrooms 5 Full
Guests 12 guests
Rating 4.9 (23 Reviews)

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