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 287 properties available
Ocean Watch neighborhood is where you will find Belle Haven, a beautiful 6 bedroom home, with access to the 40 x 25 x 13 community pool. Beach access is 250 yards away where you can enjoy the sun and surf.After the beach, go explore our beautiful island. We have so many activities, restaurants and sites to see. Jennette's Pier, Wright Brothers Memo
OW14: Belle Haven
House
Bedrooms 6 bedrooms
Bathrooms 5 Full, 1 Half
Guests 12 guests
Rating 5 (11 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
NH06: Ocean's Edge
House Pet Friendly
Bedrooms 7 bedrooms
Bathrooms 6 Full
Guests 14 guests
Rating 4.8 (37 Reviews)
6 bedrooms, 5 ½ bath semi-oceanfront OBX vacation home; Fronting the Beach Road in South Nags Head (guests will cross the 2 lane Beach Road to get to the ocean). 24' x 12' private heated pool, hot tub, TVs, WiFi, DVR, Blu Ray players, Rec Room with Pool Table, 3 separate seating areas, fireplace, 3 wet bars, high chair, 4 full size refrigerators, s
SN34: Triple Play
House Pet Friendly
Bedrooms 6 bedrooms
Bathrooms 5 Full, 1 Half
Guests 12 guests
Rating 4.8 (19 Reviews)
Welcome to **Cobia**, your ultimate oceanfront retreat where relaxation and luxury meet. With eight master bedrooms, each featuring flat-screen TVs and full baths, this home comfortably accommodates your entire party. Two additional half baths ensure convenience for all guests.Enjoy the spacious private pool and soothing hot tub, along with a direc
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SN06: Cobia
House
Bedrooms 8 bedrooms
Bathrooms 8 Full, 3 Half
Guests 16 guests
Rating 4.9 (23 Reviews)
Gone Fishin is located on the water's edge of a beautiful spring-fed lake, on the 13th fairway. The home offers views of Roanoke Sound and is convenient to all the Outer Banks has to offer. This 3-bedroom OBX vacation home in Nags Head features your own private hot tub and expanded upper and lower decks. It is equipped with WiFi, TVs, DVD players,
L39: Gone Fishin
House
Bedrooms 3 bedrooms
Bathrooms 2 Full
Guests 6 guests
Rating 5 (34 Reviews)
Dune Ridge is a spacious oceanfront duplex that features 6 bedrooms and 4 full baths, making it the perfect getaway for larger families or groups. Enjoy breathtaking views from both the great room and the top-level deck. A private walkway, shared only with the other side of the duplex, takes you directly to the pristine beach, where you can soak up
DE07A: Dune Ridge
Duplex
Bedrooms 6 bedrooms
Bathrooms 4 Full
Guests 13 guests
Rating 4.8 (18 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
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SN0625: Shell Cottage
House Pet Friendly
Bedrooms 4 bedrooms
Bathrooms 3 Full, 1 Half
Guests 8 guests
Rating 5 (28 Reviews)
You will have an amazing Carolina Treat when you stay at this beautiful oceanfront townhome. Imagine waking up in the morning, grabbing your favorite coffee and watching the sunrise over the Atlantic Ocean and enjoying the salty air and sound of the waves. You are just steps away from the community walkway to the beach and the community pool. Carol
QF6: Carolina Treat
Townhouse
Bedrooms 3 bedrooms
Bathrooms 3 Full
Guests 6 guests
Rating 5 (22 Reviews)
'The voice of the sea speaks to the soul' ~ Kate ChopinThis magnificent Old Nags Head Style cottage offers you a vacation you will never forget! The spacious 4400 square foot cottage is loaded with charm and amenities. The outside features wrap-around porches, large 400 sq ft. sundeck, gazebo, and beautiful landscaping. The interior features ten-fo
SS07: Stairway To Heaven
House
Bedrooms 6 bedrooms
Bathrooms 5 Full, 1 Half
Guests 12 guests
Rating 4.9 (20 Reviews)
You and Me by the Sea is a multi-level townhouse that combines everything you desire in a coastal vacation or getaway. Start your day off right with ocean views and morning sunrises from the top-level master suite with its own private balcony, and then relax in the jetted tub at the end of a fun-filled day at the beach.With indoor seating for nine
QD1: You and Me by the Sea
Townhouse
Bedrooms 3 bedrooms
Bathrooms 3 Full
Guests 6 guests
Rating 5 (16 Reviews)
Enjoy Spectacular Sunsets over the Roanoke Sound from your private balcony at "Look Out”. It’s the perfect place, an upscale, amazingly decorated 3-bedroom, 2.5 bath condominium, located at milepost 16.5 next door to the Outlets Nags Head shopping mall. The kitchen is fully equipped, from the Keurig or drip coffee maker for your mornings to the ic
SL305: Look Out - The Landings at Sugar Creek
Condo Pet Friendly
Bedrooms 3 bedrooms
Bathrooms 2 Full, 1 Half
Guests 6 guests
Rating 5 (26 Reviews)
"Reminiscent" is an oceanside home in Old Nags Head Place with upscale furnishings and amenities. After a day at the beach, your family can come home to your own private pool with sunken hot tub. Both the main living area and primary suite are located on the first level (unique for the area) with minimal steps, making "Reminiscent" an easy living h
JR121: Reminiscent
House
Bedrooms 5 bedrooms
Bathrooms 4 Full, 1 Half
Guests 10 guests
Rating 4.8 (25 Reviews)

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