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 293 properties available
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
SV15: Ocean Dreams
House Pet Friendly
Bedrooms 8 bedrooms
Bathrooms 6 Full
Guests 16 guests
Rating 5 (16 Reviews)
Enjoy a truly relaxing vacation On the Sunny Side. This beautifully appointed house overlooks the 13th hole of Nags Head Golf Links and is in walking distance to the Outer Banks Mall.This three bedroom, two bath home includes numerous amenities like; WiFi, Keurig brewer, flat screen TVs, Blu-Ray player and DVD players.In season, take advantage of
L23: On The Sunny Side
House
Bedrooms 3 bedrooms
Bathrooms 2 Full
Guests 6 guests
Rating 4.8 (25 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 (18 Reviews)
Watch a video showcasing all of Pompano's features and amenities at: https://vimeo.com/836993608Welcome to Pompano, your exquisite oceanfront getaway where relaxation and luxury await! This spacious home features eight master bedrooms, each complete with flat-screen TVs and full baths, ensuring comfort and privacy for everyone in your group. Additi
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SN05: Pompano
House
Bedrooms 8 bedrooms
Bathrooms 8 Full, 3 Half
Guests 16 guests
Rating 4.9 (35 Reviews)
'Ellington Cottage by the Sea' is a fabulous six-bedroom oceanfront Outer Banks home that's great for family vacations and reunions. Enjoy the home's relaxing atmosphere and ocean breezes. Take a jog to the beach then unwind in the hot tub on the mid-level oceanfront deck!WiFi access is provided at 'Ellington Cottage by the Sea' so you checking ema
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SN03: Ellington Cottage By The Sea
House Pet Friendly
Bedrooms 6 bedrooms
Bathrooms 4 Full, 1 Half
Guests 12 guests
Rating 4.8 (8 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
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SP5A: Sea-Duced
Duplex
Bedrooms 5 bedrooms
Bathrooms 5 Full, 1 Half
Guests 10 guests
Rating 4.9 (20 Reviews)
Relax and enjoy your vacation in our well furnished home overlooking the pond on the 13th hole of Nags Head Golf Links. Spectacular views of the Sound and convenient to shopping and dining.Located in the Village at Nags Head with Village at Nags Head Beach Club amenities include community pool and pickleball court. TVs, DVD player, screened porch,
W07: Wedges 7
House Pet Friendly
Bedrooms 4 bedrooms
Bathrooms 3 Full
Guests 8 guests
Rating 4.7 (8 Reviews)
Take a trip to The Sun and find relaxation by your private pool and hot tub or hit the beach with ease via your private dunetop deck and walkway. The open great room on the top level with vaulted ceilings and wall of windows lets you enjoy amazing views of the ocean. Feed your family and friends with ease from the elaborate kitchen with a six-burn
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GR0501: The Sun
House Pet Friendly
Bedrooms 12 bedrooms
Bathrooms 12 Full, 1 Half
Guests 24 guests
Rating 4.8 (13 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
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SN0213: Surf Monkey
House
Bedrooms 8 bedrooms
Bathrooms 5 Full, 1 Half
Guests 16 guests
Rating 4.9 (10 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)
'CAROLINA DREAM' far exceeds all of your vacation dreams! Stunning professionally decorated and landscaped home with every amenity! Dramatic cathedral ceilings, panoramic ocean views, expansive decks, and multiple spacious living areas combine to create a very special, comfortable home.8 bedroom Outer Banks Oceanfront vacation home in Nags Head. Pr
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JR12: Carolina Dream
House
Bedrooms 8 bedrooms
Bathrooms 7 Full, 1 Half
Guests 16 guests
Rating 4.9 (32 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 (35 Reviews)

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