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
Seacloud is a fabulous oceanfront home centrally located in South Nags Head at Milepost 19. This classic cottage features updates throughout, including granite countertops, LVT flooring and a newly rebuilt wrap-around deck where you can enjoy the sound of the waves, salt air and ocean views. Guests at Seacloud can easily walk to the beach using the
SN0501: Seacloud
House
Bedrooms 3 bedrooms
Bathrooms 2 Full
Guests 6 guests
Rating 4.9 (25 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
SN86: Amazing View
House Pet Friendly
Bedrooms 4 bedrooms
Bathrooms 2 Full
Guests 8 guests
Rating 5 (18 Reviews)
This beautiful five-bedroom home sits on the sound side in Nags Head, offering stunning ocean views from the upper decks and a short, easy walk to the beach. A dedicated pedestrian crossing with a traffic light makes the trip safe and stress-free, even with kids, gear, and strollers in tow.Guests consistently describe the home as better than the ph
NHC10: Danube Breezes
House
Bedrooms 5 bedrooms
Bathrooms 5 Full
Guests 10 guests
Rating 4.9 (22 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,
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JR42: Whit's End
House
Bedrooms 7 bedrooms
Bathrooms 6 Full, 1 Half
Guests 14 guests
Rating 4.7 (19 Reviews)
Updates for 2025: Renovations to the top level are now complete! New flooring throughout the common areas, new cabinets and appliances in the kitchen, and a remodeled half bath. Set sail and leave your worries behind as you embark on a wonderful vacation at Anchor’s Away, a luxurious 5-bedroom 4-1/2 bathroom oceanfront home in beautiful Nags Head.
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DE03: Anchors Away
House
Bedrooms 5 bedrooms
Bathrooms 4 Full, 1 Half
Guests 10 guests
Rating 4.9 (30 Reviews)
Experience a magical place tucked away in paradise at Sound of Dreams. Wake up to marvelous views of the sound and golf course while you enjoy your morning coffee on the deck and end the day with amazing sunsets over the sound. Golfers will love this home located near the Nags Head Golf links club house, so don't forget to pack those clubs. Family
LS16: Sound Of Dreams
House
Bedrooms 4 bedrooms
Bathrooms 3 Full, 1 Half
Guests 8 guests
Rating 4.8 (9 Reviews)
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)
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
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SN34: Triple Play
House Pet Friendly
Bedrooms 6 bedrooms
Bathrooms 5 Full, 1 Half
Guests 12 guests
Rating 4.8 (19 Reviews)
This spacious and comfortably furnished 3rd-floor end unit offers outstanding ocean views and breezes from each room. The master suite boasts a deck with a spectacular view of sunsets over Roanoke Sound, a whirlpool-shower and a TV for ultimate privacy!Oceanfront 3 bedroom, 2 bath condo in Nags Head featuring: community pool, whirlpool tub, TVs, DV
H304S: Heron Cove 304S
Condo
Bedrooms 3 bedrooms
Bathrooms 2 Full
Guests 6 guests
Rating 5 (22 Reviews)
Blue Crab Canal is the perfect choice for vacationers who want to supplement their beach time with other outdoor activities. This newly renovated, pet-friendly home is situated right on the canal and offers the best of both worlds—easy access to the Roanoke Sound as well as close proximity to the beautiful beaches of Nags Head. After a day at the b
NHCA75: Blue Crab Canal
House Pet Friendly
Bedrooms 3 bedrooms
Bathrooms 2 Full
Guests 6 guests
Rating 4.9 (23 Reviews)
So here's to all those summer nights when my feet hit the sand and the waves break my fall and all my friends around me outnumber the stars.Location, Location, Location...Oceanfront! This Outer Banks condo offers three bedrooms and two full baths and is located near Milepost 15 in Nags Head. Amenities for Heron Cove include a community pool, beach
H202S: Heron Cove 202S
Condo
Bedrooms 3 bedrooms
Bathrooms 2 Full, 1 Half
Guests 6 guests
Rating 4.6 (13 Reviews)
Anchor down for a while here at Island Trader and make lasting vacation memories. Expansive water views will surely delight and keep you returning to this waterfront gem year after year. Island Trader has been fully remodeled creating spacious open living with water views from the majority of the home. The modern, elegantly furnished interior will
* NHCA21: Island Trader
House
Bedrooms 3 bedrooms
Bathrooms 3 Full
Guests 6 guests
Rating 4.9 (34 Reviews)

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