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
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)
Come relax at The Masters in The Village at Nags Head. Enjoy sunsets over the Roanoke Sound, take a stroll along the multi-use path connecting Nags Head with Kill Devil Hills. The kids won't want to go home and you will look forward to returning year after year!TVs, DVD players, WiFi, rec room w/pool table, large sun-room, outside shower, grill.Ple
MS05: Masters 5
House
Bedrooms 5 bedrooms
Bathrooms 4 Full, 1 Half
Guests 10 guests
Rating 5 (9 Reviews)
Welcome to The Sound of Family, your perfect Outer Banks getaway where coastal charm meets laid-back luxury! This inviting condo is designed for making memories! With a cozy kitchen and dining area that opens to an outdoor patio, ideal for morning coffee or evening cocktails. The living room features kitchenette with a wine/ mini fridge, plus anoth
VI4: The Sound of Family
Condo
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)
Escape to the perfect blend of beach house bliss and rustic mountain charm with our unique vacation rental in Nags Head, NC. This house, which feels like a cozy mountain cabin nestled in the woods, has undergone many upgrades and is ready to welcome you for a relaxing getaway.As you arrive at this charming vacation rental, you'll immediately feel a
* NR1362: The Log Inn
House Pet Friendly
Bedrooms 4 bedrooms
Bathrooms 3 Full
Guests 8 guests
Rating 5 (11 Reviews)
The cozy Outer Banks Bliss vacation home lies in the Heart of Nags Head and we can’t wait to Host you!Wake up to tranquil sights and then end your day with calming sunset views right out your back door as you oversee this home’s beautiful pond and the Nags Head Golf Course’s 13th Hole. Have your morning coffee, meals or evening drinks on the spacio
L34: Outer Banks Bliss
House
Bedrooms 3 bedrooms
Bathrooms 2 Full
Guests 6 guests
Rating 4.9 (23 Reviews)
Captain Jack's Landing is a well-maintained, comfortably furnished home in Nags Head that will meet all of your family vacation needs and then some. A variety of amenities will keep everyone in your group entertained throughout your stay, including a private pool, hot tub, rec room and theater room. Getting to the beach will be quick and safe using
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NH2111: Captain Jack's Landing
House Pet Friendly
Bedrooms 8 bedrooms
Bathrooms 6 Full, 2 Half
Guests 16 guests
Rating 3.5 (8 Reviews)
Time Out is a charming four-bedroom vacation home located along Beach Road in Nags Head with convenient beach access just across a 2-lane street.This inviting home is equipped with TVs, DVD players, WiFi, an outdoor shower, and a grill for outdoor cooking. Positioned in the Dolphin Run community, you'll enjoy stunning ocean views from the spacious,
DR06: Time Out
House
Bedrooms 4 bedrooms
Bathrooms 2 Full, 1 Half
Guests 10 guests
Rating 5 (18 Reviews)
Sit back and relax at this wonderful canalfront home with fantastic water views. Highlights include stainless steel appliances in the kitchen, hammock porch swings, a private boat dock, a wet bar, an outdoor shower, picnic tables, large smart TVs, two decks, and quality furnishings throughout. With so much to do nearby, guests will find hours of e
* NHCD28: Subtle Sounds
House Pet Friendly
Bedrooms 4 bedrooms
Bathrooms 2 Full, 1 Half
Guests 8 guests
Rating 4.8 (31 Reviews)
Get ready to hoist the sails and make your way to Windjammer! This newly renovated and tastefully furnished oceanfront condo is the perfect place to drop anchor for your next Outer Banks vacation. Windjammer is a townhouse-style end unit, providing maximum ocean views, additional privacy, and easy access to the beach. Enjoy breathtaking sunrises an
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WJ2AN: Windjammer
Condo
Bedrooms 2 bedrooms
Bathrooms 1 Full, 1 Half
Guests 4 guests
Rating 4.9 (40 Reviews)
Enjoy the spectacular oceanfront from this premier Whispering Sands townhome. Relax on either of the two private decks --one off the living room and one off the master bedroom. The master bedroom offers a spacious bathroom with a custom-tiled walk-in shower. Whispering Sands #5 is a private, quiet end unit with the best direct access to the beach,
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WS05: Whispering Sands #5
Townhouse
Bedrooms 2 bedrooms
Bathrooms 2 Full, 1 Half
Guests 4 guests
Rating 4.9 (12 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
Hot HOT 78
SN0625: Shell Cottage
House Pet Friendly
Bedrooms 4 bedrooms
Bathrooms 3 Full, 1 Half
Guests 8 guests
Rating 5 (26 Reviews)

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