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
Sassy Seas is an oceanside, dog-friendly home in South Nags Head situated on a spacious corner lot with barefoot friendly lawn - perfect for kids and pets! Getting to the beach will be quick and easy using the semi-private access across the street, just a three-minute walk from the house. After a day of sun, sand and surf, the outdoor fun can conti
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SN2344: Sassy Seas (Formerly Sand Age)
House Pet Friendly
Bedrooms 4 bedrooms
Bathrooms 4 Full
Guests 8 guests
Rating 4.9 (29 Reviews)
Welcome to Moon's Doc, where modern farmhouse meets modern beach house! The interior of this immaculate soundside reterat has undergone a complete renovation, transforming this cozy cottage into a bright and refreshing space for making memories. After a day at the beach, your family can come home and gather in the open-concept great room with vault
NR3426: Moon's Doc
House
Bedrooms 3 bedrooms
Bathrooms 2 Full
Guests 6 guests
Rating 4.9 (24 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 (21 Reviews)
Dune Dayz is a cute, pet-friendly beach house with old-school charm situated in the soundside community of Old Nags Head Cove. Bring your beach toys or rent some while you're here to take advantage of the canals and the sound that are perfect for paddleboarding and kayaking.Dune Dayz features an open concept layout in the living and kitchen area. T
NHCB21: Dune Dayz
House Pet Friendly
Bedrooms 3 bedrooms
Bathrooms 1 Full, 1 Half
Guests 6 guests
Rating 5 (9 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
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EE46: The Happy Crab
House
Bedrooms 7 bedrooms
Bathrooms 5 Full, 1 Half
Guests 14 guests
Rating 5 (5 Reviews)
Escape to the perfect blend of beach house bliss and rustic mountain charm with our unique vacation rental in Nags Head, NC. This house, which feels like a cozy mountain cabin nestled in the woods, has undergone many upgrades and is ready to welcome you for a relaxing getaway.As you arrive at this charming vacation rental, you'll immediately feel a
* NR1362: The Log Inn
House Pet Friendly
Bedrooms 4 bedrooms
Bathrooms 3 Full
Guests 8 guests
Rating 5 (11 Reviews)
Welcome to Sandy Sea Gulls! All new for end of 2025 season: Removed all carpet and replaced it with vinyl flooring! This home has a well-equipped, open kitchen and a great room thoughtfully furnished and decorated for your comfort and enjoyment. Relax on the sun deck, in the hot tub, on the covered porch, or the game room with TV, a poker table,
SV07: Sandy Sea Gulls
House
Bedrooms 5 bedrooms
Bathrooms 5 Full, 1 Half
Guests 10 guests
Rating 4.9 (23 Reviews)
You will be thrilled with the Amazing View of the ocean and sound from the crow's nest in this cute and comfortable, semi-oceanfront home. Your family and furry friends will love the quick walk to the beautiful ocean where you can relax in the sun, surf and search for shells and sea glass. The crow's nest is perfect for gathering to watch the stars
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SN86: Amazing View
House Pet Friendly
Bedrooms 4 bedrooms
Bathrooms 2 Full
Guests 8 guests
Rating 5 (15 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)
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
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SP4B: Sea Pointe 4B
Duplex
Bedrooms 4 bedrooms
Bathrooms 3 Full
Guests 8 guests
Rating 4.8 (15 Reviews)
Located on a point in the Roanoke Sound, this distinctive cottage with a coastal watchtower claims almost 360-degree views from the Bodie Island Lighthouse to the south, to Roanoke Island in the west, the Roanoke Sound to the north, and Nags Head to the east. You'll never stay anywhere else after vacationing in this spacious cottage which captures
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LC05: Lone Cedar II
House
Bedrooms 4 bedrooms
Bathrooms 6 Full, 1 Half
Guests 12 guests
Rating 5 (22 Reviews)
Experience Sound Living at its best in this exquisite, custom-designed, canal-front home, located in Old Nags Head Cove. Relax and unwind in the beautifully landscaped backyard oasis with a heated, saltwater infinity pool and hot tub. Chefs in the family are going to love the well-appointed kitchen with a 6 burner gas range and the refrigerator wit
NHCA92: Sound Living
House Pet Friendly
Bedrooms 4 bedrooms
Bathrooms 3 Full, 2 Half
Guests 8 guests
Rating 5 (9 Reviews)

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