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
Blue Crab Canal is the perfect choice for vacationers who want to supplement their beach time with other outdoor activities. This newly renovated, pet-friendly home is situated right on the canal and offers the best of both worlds—easy access to the Roanoke Sound as well as close proximity to the beautiful beaches of Nags Head. After a day at the b
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NHCA75: Blue Crab Canal
House Pet Friendly
Bedrooms 3 bedrooms
Bathrooms 2 Full
Guests 6 guests
Rating 4.9 (22 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 (33 Reviews)
This grand oceanfront home is the ultimate retreat for those seeking luxurious comfort and stunning views. With eight generously sized bedrooms, five of which offer private entrances to a dedicated walkway leading straight to the beach, guests can enjoy the convenience of direct access to the shore. Imagine relaxing in the hot tub under a starry sk
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SS67: Make A Wish
House
Bedrooms 8 bedrooms
Bathrooms 5 Full, 1 Half
Guests 16 guests
Rating 4.9 (23 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
House Pet Friendly
Bedrooms 4 bedrooms
Bathrooms 2 Full
Guests 8 guests
Rating 4.9 (17 Reviews)
What better way to start the day than by watching the sunrise from Ocean's Edge oceanfront decks or top floor oceanfront living area. After enjoying your coffee, perhaps a stroll over the dune walk to the beach to search for seashells or sea glass, or just enjoy the sound of the waves.If you feel the need to stay connected watch the morning news on
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NH06: Ocean's Edge
House Pet Friendly
Bedrooms 7 bedrooms
Bathrooms 6 Full
Guests 14 guests
Rating 4.8 (34 Reviews)
New for 2025: LVP flooring in all common areas, pantry cabinet for additional storage, upgraded WIFI, all TVs upgraded to smart TVs for streaming, refrigerator/freezer added to downstairs rec room, moved hot tub to lower patio for easier access. Nothing left to the imagination, it's all here! This beautiful well-appointed home has it all and is jus
SV05: Shore'em Dreamin'
House Pet Friendly
Bedrooms 5 bedrooms
Bathrooms 5 Full
Guests 10 guests
Rating 5 (6 Reviews)
From the decks of the 'Flip Flop Inn' you will enjoy the outstanding views and roaring surf of the Atlantic ocean as well as the gorgeous sunsets over Jockey's Ridge. Our beach cottage is well appointed with stylish and comfortable furnishings, three master suites, plenty of deck furniture on the covered and sun decks and a large variety of games,
JR242: Flip Flop Inn
House
Bedrooms 5 bedrooms
Bathrooms 4 Full, 1 Half
Guests 10 guests
Rating 4.8 (23 Reviews)
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)
A relaxing OBX vacation starts with a deep breath in, and then... Exhale. This soundside cottage in the sought-after Village at Nags Head has been completely renovated from top to bottom, making Exhale look and feel like a brand new construction. Situated right along the Nags Head Links golf course, Exhale offers panoramic vistas of the fairway and
R09: Exhale
House
Bedrooms 4 bedrooms
Bathrooms 2 Full, 1 Half
Guests 8 guests
Rating 5 (34 Reviews)
Located on a point in the Roanoke Sound, this distinctive cottage with a coastal watchtower claims almost 360-degree views from the Bodie Island Lighthouse to the south, to Roanoke Island in the west, the Roanoke Sound to the north, and Nags Head to the east. You'll never stay anywhere else after vacationing in this spacious cottage which captures
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LC05: Lone Cedar II
House
Bedrooms 4 bedrooms
Bathrooms 6 Full, 1 Half
Guests 12 guests
Rating 5 (22 Reviews)
Discover the delightful comforts of home at the enchanting Magical Hideaway, located in the Ridges Community of Villages at Nags Head. Savor stunning golf course views directly from your deck while enjoying your morning coffee or unwinding with an evening cocktail. With access to the Village Beach Club, you can relish a day in the sun at the beach
R22: Magical Hideaway
House
Bedrooms 3 bedrooms
Bathrooms 2 Full, 1 Half
Guests 6 guests
Rating 5 (9 Reviews)

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