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
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
Hot HOT 78
NH06: Ocean's Edge
House Pet Friendly
Bedrooms 7 bedrooms
Bathrooms 6 Full
Guests 14 guests
Rating 4.8 (34 Reviews)
This beautiful custom designed former model home includes a large den as well as a captain's watch. Offering ocean to sound views and direct ocean access, this home affords vacationers the best outdoor activities and dining experiences that the Outer Banks has to offer. 14' x 20' private pool, hot tub, den w/mini-fridge, TVs, DVD player, WiFi, high
Hot HOT 54
NH13: Off Course
House
Bedrooms 5 bedrooms
Bathrooms 5 Full
Guests 10 guests
Rating 5 (14 Reviews)
Fish-n-Ships is a comfortable 4 bedroom home, with a private hot tub and located on the oceanside in the Dolphin Run neighborhood. Enjoy the community amenity of the Village Beach Club with the oceanfront pool, kiddie pool, pickleball court and beach access.Venture out to many local restaurants, shopping, and outdoor activities.Can’t stay an entire
Hot HOT 58
DR31: Fish-n-Ships
House Pet Friendly
Bedrooms 4 bedrooms
Bathrooms 2 Full, 1 Half
Guests 8 guests
Rating 4.8 (27 Reviews)
Welcome to this beautifully decorated home, featuring breathtaking ocean views from the spacious top-level master bedroom, which includes a private bathroom and access to a private balcony. The second top-level bedroom also boasts its own private bathroom and balcony, ensuring a comfortable retreat for all your guests. The inviting living area prov
QF4: The Quay F4
Townhouse
Bedrooms 3 bedrooms
Bathrooms 3 Full
Guests 6 guests
Rating 5 (14 Reviews)
Remodeled kitchen for 2025! Other new features include decks, doors, fans and light fixtures, and the lovely pool, deck and fire pit, all added in the last three years.Enjoy unlimited sunset views from this beautiful Soundfront home, from the bridge to Manteo up to the open Sound, and the loveliest private pool and deck on the Soundside-- heated 15
Hot HOT 40
SA06: Tramonti
House
Bedrooms 5 bedrooms
Bathrooms 4 Full, 1 Half
Guests 10 guests
Rating 4.9 (19 Reviews)
“A Wave from it all” says it All!Sit on the oceanfront deck with a cup of coffee or a cold beverage and listen to the ocean. You can relax by the pool, and just steps away from the beach, where you can enjoy time with your family and friends.“A Wave from it all” is a newly renovated spacious 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath oceanfront condo, which has everythin
Hot HOT 41
H103S: A Wave From It All
Condo
Bedrooms 3 bedrooms
Bathrooms 2 Full, 1 Half
Guests 6 guests
Rating 4.9 (37 Reviews)
Why do we love the sea? It is because it has some potent power to make us think things we like to think." ~ Robert HenriSlack Tide is a townhome located at The Quay Complex on the oceanfront in Nags Head. Community amenities include a swimming pool and tennis courts.This three-bedroom, three-bath vacation home has three full baths...one with a whir
QA2: Slack Tide
Townhouse
Bedrooms 3 bedrooms
Bathrooms 3 Full
Guests 6 guests
Rating 4.9 (14 Reviews)
Welcome to your serene 2-bedroom condo at The Landings at Sugar Creek in Nags Head, where you'll be captivated by stunning sound views from every angle. With three spacious balconies, you can immerse yourself in the beauty of 'Surround Sound' views, making each sunset a breathtaking experience.The condo offers a perfect retreat for those looking to
Hot HOT 46
SL01N: Surround Sound
Condo
Bedrooms 2 bedrooms
Bathrooms 2 Full, 1 Half
Guests 4 guests
Rating 5 (17 Reviews)
Sammy's Sandbox is an oceanfront retreat in Nags Head featuring multiple viewing decks, direct beach access, and inviting outdoor spaces designed for making unforgettable Outer Banks memories. With sweeping ocean views, a dune-top deck, oceanfront terrace, screened porch, and family-friendly amenities, this coastal getaway offers the perfect settin
SN0823B: Sammy's Sandbox
House
Bedrooms 4 bedrooms
Bathrooms 2 Full
Guests 8 guests
Rating 5 (1 Reviews)
Welcome to **Sea Spray**, your perfect Outer Banks getaway! This beautiful oceanfront vacation home offers wonderful ocean views and a private walkway to the beach, creating an inviting atmosphere for your coastal retreat.Located in **The Village at Nags Head**, Sea Spray features several upgrades, including elegant granite kitchen countertops. Enj
Hot HOT 81
SS20: Sea Spray
House
Bedrooms 6 bedrooms
Bathrooms 4 Full, 1 Half
Guests 12 guests
Rating 5 (5 Reviews)
Kick off your shoes, relax, take a deep breath of the ocean air and soak up the real feel of the old-time Outer Banks when you stay in this comfortable oceanfront home in Nags Head. The perfect family beach home is right here and you're going to love it! With its own private walkway to the beach and priced so that your kids can still go to college,
JR10: Mann Cottage
House Pet Friendly
Bedrooms 3 bedrooms
Bathrooms 1 Full, 1 Half
Guests 6 guests
Rating 5 (14 Reviews)
The Happy Crab is a well-maintained, semi-oceanfront 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 and rec room. The central location can't be beat, and getting to the beach will be quick an
Hot HOT 77
EE46: The Happy Crab
House
Bedrooms 7 bedrooms
Bathrooms 5 Full, 1 Half
Guests 14 guests
Rating 5 (4 Reviews)

Tell us what you're looking for and someone will contact you with available options.

I agree