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
Centrally located at Milepost 11 in Nags Head, Cooper Cabana is within walking distance to shopping, dining, the local YMCA, and best of all - the beach! Take a quick three-minute walk to the Bonnett Street public access, which features a bath house, sand volleyball court, lifeguard and plenty of parking if you'd prefer to drive. Situated in the oc
GR7811: Cooper Cabana
House
Bedrooms 3 bedrooms
Bathrooms 2 Full
Guests 6 guests
Rating 4.9 (23 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
SA06: Tramonti
House
Bedrooms 5 bedrooms
Bathrooms 4 Full, 1 Half
Guests 10 guests
Rating 4.9 (20 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)
Curlew's Call is a fantastic pet-friendly Outer Banks vacation home featuring a private pool and hot tub, views of the Atlantic Ocean and Jockey's Ridge, a spacious layout with a recreation room and den in addition to the main living/dining level, and a convenient location just 50ft from the community walkway to the beach. The Old Nags Head Place n
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JR65: Curlew's Call
House Pet Friendly
Bedrooms 5 bedrooms
Bathrooms 5 Full, 1 Half
Guests 10 guests
Rating 5 (22 Reviews)
Come visit and Dare to Relax, in this semi-oceanfront home in Nags Head. This thoughtfully maintained home has lovely ocean views and is only one short block to a community beach access. A private pool and hot tub and enclosed extra large yard provide endless outdoor fun, and a game room with a foosball table and dry bar make even a rainy day a gre
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GR2234: Dare To Relax
House
Bedrooms 5 bedrooms
Bathrooms 5 Full, 1 Half
Guests 10 guests
Rating 5 (18 Reviews)
All Decked Out with water views and mesmerizing sunsets! This cute four-bedroom home is located on the sound front in Old Nags Head Cove. Grab your morning coffee or favorite evening beverage and head to the multi-level decks where you can take in the 180-degree views of the sound and watch watersports enthusiast kayaking, paddle boarding, windsurf
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NHCB51: All Decked Out
House
Bedrooms 4 bedrooms
Bathrooms 3 Full
Guests 8 guests
Rating 4.9 (28 Reviews)
New for 2025: Jacuzzi tubs have been removed from bathrooms and replaced with walk-in showers. I grew up on the beach. It was such a luxury to wake up to the sun and the ocean ~ Gemma WardWelcome to your dream oceanfront getaway in Nags Head, located near Milepost 11.5. This stunning property offers a perfect blend of relaxation and entertainment,
JR42: Whit's End
House
Bedrooms 7 bedrooms
Bathrooms 6 Full, 1 Half
Guests 14 guests
Rating 4.7 (19 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)
Updates for 2026: New Appliances, New Flooring, All New Mattresses, Fresh Paint, and King Bed in Top Level Primary Suite | New Photos Coming Soon!Centrally located in the heart of the Outer Banks is a beautiful Oceanside community called Seaside at the Village of Nags Head. SS-47 is just a couple lots away from the ocean and situated on a quiet, de
SS47: Vacation Station
House Pet Friendly
Bedrooms 6 bedrooms
Bathrooms 4 Full, 1 Half
Guests 12 guests
Rating 5 (10 Reviews)
There's a reason why people from up and down the East coast return to WS07 year after year. This two-bedroom Whispering Sands townhome could not be any closer to the Atlantic Ocean. You will experience fantastic direct ocean views from two decks as well as lovely furnishings to make for many fond vacation memories. Jump into the oceanfront pool or
WS07: Whispering Sands #7
Townhouse
Bedrooms 2 bedrooms
Bathrooms 2 Full, 1 Half
Guests 4 guests
Rating 4.9 (22 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
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SS20: Sea Spray
House
Bedrooms 6 bedrooms
Bathrooms 4 Full, 1 Half
Guests 12 guests
Rating 5 (5 Reviews)
Welcome to your perfect coastal getaway in this spacious oceanfront townhome in Nags Head! Enjoy an array of amenities designed to make your vacation unforgettable. Take a refreshing dip in the oceanfront pool or challenge your family and friends to a game on the tennis courts—the perfect way to unwind and have fun!This townhome features a luxuriou
QE3: The Quay E3
Townhouse
Bedrooms 3 bedrooms
Bathrooms 3 Full
Guests 6 guests
Rating 4.9 (39 Reviews)

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