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
This grand oceanfront home is the ultimate retreat for those seeking luxurious comfort and stunning views. With eight generously sized bedrooms, five of which offer private entrances to a dedicated walkway leading straight to the beach, guests can enjoy the convenience of direct access to the shore. Imagine relaxing in the hot tub under a starry sk
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SS67: Make A Wish
House
Bedrooms 8 bedrooms
Bathrooms 5 Full, 1 Half
Guests 16 guests
Rating 4.9 (23 Reviews)
La Mar is where you will find peace and tranquility! This cute townhome is semi-oceanfront and offers a community pool that is shared with only eight units. You and your family will enjoy La Mar with all the comforts of home. With direct beach access across the street at Bainbridge Street and the community pool you won't have to go far for a fun d
ACG: La Mar
Townhouse
Bedrooms 3 bedrooms
Bathrooms 2 Full, 1 Half
Guests 6 guests
Rating 4.8 (10 Reviews)
NEW FOR 2027: KING BED FOR BEDROOM NUMBER 5UPGRADES 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 room. The rec room hosts a newly re
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SV15: Ocean Dreams
House Pet Friendly
Bedrooms 8 bedrooms
Bathrooms 6 Full
Guests 16 guests
Rating 5 (16 Reviews)
Banx Sea is a newly renovated home in the sought-after SeaSide community of the Village at Nags Head. The tastefully furnished interior, neutral palette and coastal-inspired accents make Banx Sea the fresh and updated beach house your family has been looking for. Stylish yet practical LVP flooring runs throughout the common areas and all five bedro
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SS78: Banx Sea
House Pet Friendly
Bedrooms 5 bedrooms
Bathrooms 4 Full
Guests 10 guests
Rating 4.9 (23 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 (31 Reviews)
The Villas on the Roanoke Sound is the perfect place for rest and relaxation in this bright and cheery, 2 bedroom townhome. Enjoy the beautiful water on the sound, 2 community pools, tennis courts, clubhouse and a private 400 foot soundside pier and deck and a playground for the kids. Enjoy your own private patio.Bordered by Nags Head Woods and Joc
VJ2: Villas J2
Townhouse
Bedrooms 2 bedrooms
Bathrooms 2 Full, 1 Half
Guests 4 guests
Rating 4.9 (16 Reviews)
Updates for 2026: New Living Room FurnitureEveryone needs a Haven Of Rest and you will find it here in this beautiful home. Spend your day in your own private saltwater pool or relax in the hot tub in the evening after your adventurous day exploring the beach and the OBX. The top level great room is furnished with a new sofa and provides plenty of
SR419: Haven Of Rest
House
Bedrooms 4 bedrooms
Bathrooms 3 Full, 2 Half
Guests 8 guests
Rating 5 (13 Reviews)
Get away from it all at Lagoon Escape, a canalfront home with private dock that's the perfect choice for boaters, watermen, and outdoor lovers. Launch kayaks and SUP's right from your backyard, or use the community boat ramp and dock your vessel or jet skis in the private slip. The ground level has been transformed into an outdoor entertainment are
NHCA121: Lagoon Escape
House
Bedrooms 4 bedrooms
Bathrooms 3 Full
Guests 8 guests
Rating 5 (1 Reviews)
Oceanfront, Nags Head, family-friendly... that says it all! This well-maintained duplex home in the Sea Pointe neighborhood of the Village at Nags Head offers a prime location and amenities that everyone in your group will appreciate. Guests will have access to a community pool and tennis court located just steps from the front door. Situated right
SP4B: Sea Pointe 4B
Duplex
Bedrooms 4 bedrooms
Bathrooms 3 Full
Guests 8 guests
Rating 4.8 (15 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)
You will have No Worries at this beautiful oceanside home. So come and enjoy, unpack and start relaxing in the private pool, hot tub, or head to the beach, just a short walk away.There is room for everyone here, 7 bedrooms, (6 masters), 7 ½ bathrooms, TVs, DVD players, iPod docking station, stereo, WiFi, outside speakers for the pool area. Want to
CCV13: No Worries
House Pet Friendly
Bedrooms 7 bedrooms
Bathrooms 7 Full, 1 Half
Guests 14 guests
Rating 5 (28 Reviews)
Fore Shore (Formerly Leeward Shores 11) combines quintessential coastal design with a prime semi-soundfront location for an authentic Outer Banks experience. It backs up to the Village Golf Links for views of the green, and is situated across from the Roanoke Sound for water views. Fish or crab from the community pier, launch your kayaks or SUP's,
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LS11: Fore Shore (Formerly Leeward Shores 11)
House Pet Friendly
Bedrooms 5 bedrooms
Bathrooms 4 Full, 1 Half
Guests 10 guests
Rating 4.9 (11 Reviews)

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