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
Experience a coastal vacation unlike any other when you stay at this getaway in a delightful North Carolina home. Enjoy a superb location near restaurants and a grocery store, plus it's conveniently located within walking distance of world-class golfing and many other family-friendly attractions. Take the kayaks out onto the calm bay to experience
* NHCA15: License to Chill
House Pet Friendly
Bedrooms 3 bedrooms
Bathrooms 2 Full
Guests 6 guests
Rating 4.7 (17 Reviews)
Discover your perfect seaside retreat at this stunning oceanfront condo in Nags Head! Offering an array of amenities for a relaxing getaway, this second-floor end unit boasts outstanding ocean views that will take your breath away. Unwind by the community pool or take a leisurely stroll to the beach, just steps away. Inside, you'll find a spacious
Hot HOT 39
H204S: Heron Cove 204S
Condo
Bedrooms 3 bedrooms
Bathrooms 2 Full
Guests 6 guests
Rating 4.9 (27 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 (12 Reviews)
Sammy's Sandbox is an oceanfront retreat in Nags Head featuring multiple viewing decks, direct beach access, and inviting outdoor spaces designed for making unforgettable Outer Banks memories. With sweeping ocean views, a dune-top deck, oceanfront terrace, screened porch, and family-friendly amenities, this coastal getaway offers the perfect settin
SN0823B: Sammy's Sandbox
House
Bedrooms 4 bedrooms
Bathrooms 2 Full
Guests 8 guests
Rating 5 (1 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 (21 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 (15 Reviews)
Picture sunset, sitting on a wrap-around deck, beverage in hand. You're overlooking the golf course and a sweep of Nags Head Village. Sound Chief is your perfect gateway to the Outer Banks!You can walk, bike or drive to a small, secluded beach on the Sound for another breathtaking sunset view. Bring your paddleboards, kayaks, toys and a picnic. Pre
NHCB33: Sound Chief
House
Bedrooms 3 bedrooms
Bathrooms 2 Full
Guests 6 guests
Rating 5 (20 Reviews)
Updates for 2026: New flooring throughout | New mattresses in all bedrooms | New picnic table on deckWelcome to 'Windfall,' a beautifully maintained oceanfront home that feels just like your home away from home! This inviting retreat boasts four spacious bedrooms, each opening to expansive decks that offer breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean.
SN29: Windfall
House
Bedrooms 4 bedrooms
Bathrooms 3 Full
Guests 8 guests
Rating 5 (7 Reviews)
Perched on a high protective dune, this charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath oceanfront home in Nags Head, NC offers unobstructed views of the Atlantic Ocean that will take your breath away. Imagine waking up to the sound of crashing waves, spotting whales and dolphins from your living room, and checking out the surf or fishing boats from your expansive deck
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* SN1317: Outer Banks Beachfront Bungalow
House Pet Friendly
Bedrooms 3 bedrooms
Bathrooms 2 Full
Guests 6 guests
Rating 4.6 (27 Reviews)
Just Beachy is a beautiful, newly remodeled, oceanfront duplex. Start your morning with a cup of coffee and watch the sunrise from the top-level sun deck. Take in the ocean breeze and that wonderful salty air aroma. There is plenty of space for everyone to gather together in the living area for movie/TV time and to prepare your favorite meals in th
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SP2B: Just Beachy
Duplex
Bedrooms 4 bedrooms
Bathrooms 4 Full
Guests 8 guests
Rating 4.9 (38 Reviews)
OCEANFRONT with amazing ocean views, private pool, and a hot tub...all on the wide sandy beaches of South Nags Head! Located 1 mile south of Jennette's Fishing Pier - easy walk or bike ride to restaurants and grocery store. Also, within sight of a manned lifeguard station. This family-friendly Outer Banks Vacation home is sure to please everyone in
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SN22: Fearing Cottage
House
Bedrooms 9 bedrooms
Bathrooms 7 Full, 2 Half
Guests 18 guests
Rating 4.9 (29 Reviews)
CINDY’S DREAM is a beautiful oceanfront home so comfortable, it invites you to make new OBX memories. It delivers the luxury and location that will make your Outer Banks experience unforgettable. Sit on the spacious upper deck at night to view the vast sky full of stars or during the day to watch the ocean. If you don’t want your feet to get sandy,
Hot HOT 51
SS05: Cindy’s Dream
House
Bedrooms 5 bedrooms
Bathrooms 4 Full, 1 Half
Guests 10 guests
Rating 5 (18 Reviews)

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