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
Your beach vacation will ALWAYS be flawless when it begins at Semper Surf. A variety of amenities will keep everyone in your group entertained throughout your stay, including a private pool, hot tub, and rec room with pool table. Getting to the beach will be quick and safe using the pedestrian crosswalk and public access just 300 feet from the hous
OW16: Semper Surf
House
Bedrooms 7 bedrooms
Bathrooms 6 Full, 2 Half
Guests 14 guests
Rating 4.9 (18 Reviews)
This beautiful custom designed former model home includes a large den as well as a captain's watch. Offering ocean to sound views and direct oceanSeatopia a beautiful oceanside, 5 bedroom home with a private pool and hot tub. Just a short walk to the beach access, only 100 yards away, where your enjoyment begins at the Atlantic Ocean and beautiful
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NH14: Seatopia
House
Bedrooms 5 bedrooms
Bathrooms 3 Full, 1 Half
Guests 10 guests
Rating 4.9 (29 Reviews)
Take a trip to The Sun and find relaxation by your private pool and hot tub or hit the beach with ease via your private dunetop deck and walkway. The open great room on the top level with vaulted ceilings and wall of windows lets you enjoy amazing views of the ocean. Feed your family and friends with ease from the elaborate kitchen with a six-burn
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GR0501: The Sun
House Pet Friendly
Bedrooms 12 bedrooms
Bathrooms 12 Full, 1 Half
Guests 24 guests
Rating 4.8 (13 Reviews)
Born In The Sand is located in the secluded waterfront community of The Villas on the Roanoke Sound, bordered by Nags Head Woods and Jockey's Ridge State Park. This comfortably furnished, three bedroom townhouse provides everything you need for a fun-filled and relaxing vacation. Take advantage of a variety of neighborhood amenities, including two
VS5: Born In The Sand
Townhouse
Bedrooms 3 bedrooms
Bathrooms 2 Full, 1 Half
Guests 6 guests
Rating 5 (4 Reviews)
Make your escape to Seafoam Sally, a semi-oceanfront home located just steps away from the pristine and uncrowded beaches of South Nags Head. New furniture, flooring and fresh paint throughout create an updated look and feel while maintaining the home's authentic coastal charm. Kick back and relax in the open-concept great room with comfortable sea
SN1823A: Seafoam Sally (Formerly Scooter's Hideaway)
House Pet Friendly
Bedrooms 4 bedrooms
Bathrooms 2 Full
Guests 8 guests
Rating 5 (6 Reviews)
Tees & Tides is located in the Village at Nags Head, a beautiful golf course community. This four-bedroom home with golf course views and golf discounts has all the comforts you will need for a fun and relaxing vacation. Enjoy the Village Beach Club where you have access to an oceanfront pool and tennis courts and end your day relaxing in your
W12: Tees & Tides
House
Bedrooms 4 bedrooms
Bathrooms 3 Full
Guests 8 guests
Rating 4.5 (7 Reviews)
Located just three homes south of the nearest public beach access and right next to Booty Treats ice cream, this idyllic multi-level home provides guests with the ultimate beach spot for a family vacation! This retreat has six bedrooms located throughout three levels, which is perfect if you were planning on bringing your entire family or groups of
* NH0906: Sweet Retreat in Nags Head
House
Bedrooms 6 bedrooms
Bathrooms 5 Full, 1 Half
Guests 12 guests
Rating 4.8 (25 Reviews)
Welcome to your dream getaway at this attractively decorated oceanfront duplex in the picturesque Sea Pointe community within the Village at Nags Head. This stunning home offers breathtaking ocean views from both the first and second stories, allowing you to immerse yourself in the beauty of the Outer Banks right from your own decks.Imagine waking
SP5B: Sea Pointe Paradise
Duplex
Bedrooms 4 bedrooms
Bathrooms 4 Full, 1 Half
Guests 8 guests
Rating 5 (4 Reviews)
Escape to a beautifully appointed seaside cottage with a short walk to the beach without having to cross Beach Road (NC-12). Seascape Escape includes a luxurious master suite and high-end kitchen. The top level has been completely redesigned as a spacious master retreat with an inviting sitting area. The master bath includes a large walk-in shower
SS72: Seascape Escape
House Pet Friendly
Bedrooms 3 bedrooms
Bathrooms 2 Full
Guests 6 guests
Rating 5 (18 Reviews)
This 5 bedroom, 4 ½ bath Oceanside home in The Village at Nags Head is a fantastic choice for your next OBX vacation getaway! Just 3 lots back from the beachfront on a quiet side street with a 12' x 24' private pool!Other amenities at Dolphin Waves are 2 master bedrooms, hot tub, rec room with shuffleboard, foosball table, Smart TV's throughout, gr
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SS61: Dolphin Waves
House
Bedrooms 5 bedrooms
Bathrooms 4 Full, 1 Half
Guests 10 guests
Rating 4.7 (13 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 4.9 (15 Reviews)
Crabby Patty is a well-maintained and comfortably furnished oceanside home located in Dolphin Run, a part of the Village at Nags Head community. The cheerful color palette and beach-themed decor create a delightful atmosphere for casual family fun. The main living area features LVT flooring throughout, with an open-concept layout that encourages qu
DR28: Crabby Patty
House
Bedrooms 4 bedrooms
Bathrooms 2 Full, 1 Half
Guests 8 guests
Rating 5 (15 Reviews)

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