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 288 properties available
A dreamy oceanfront escape awaits when you chose this gorgeous home as your launchpad for your next beach vacation. You will be located right in front of the beach and Jockey's Ridge State Park is less than a mile away! Spanning three floors, this spacious getaway features amazing ocean and beach views from the wraparound deck, unbeatable water acc
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* NH2605: Rylander-Timmerman House
* NH2605: Rylander-Timmerman House
House Pet Friendly
Bedrooms 5 bedrooms
Bathrooms 4 Full, 1 Half
Guests 10 guests
Rating 4.7 (23 Reviews)
Sea Mist is a tastefully appointed three-bedroom townhome in The Quay that offers ocean views, outdoor amenities and convenient access to the beach. With a soothing color palette, hardwood floors and coastal decor, a sense of peace and serenity will wash over you as soon as you walk through the door. Updates include renovated bathrooms and fresh pa
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QA3: Sea Mist
QA3: Sea Mist
Townhouse
Bedrooms 3 bedrooms
Bathrooms 3 Full
Guests 8 guests
Rating 4.9 (21 Reviews)
Historic and modern is what Pookie's Cottage is all about. This historic home was built in 1914 on the oceanfront in Nags Head and was relocated oceanside. Imagine the stories you could hear if the original pine floors, beams and shake siding could talk. Grab your sweet tea or mint julep and relax on the covered porches, taking in the salty breeze
JR1818: Pookie's Cottage
JR1818: Pookie's Cottage
House Pet Friendly
Bedrooms 5 bedrooms
Bathrooms 4 Full
Guests 10 guests
Rating 5 (10 Reviews)
Quite Right is oceanfront with views of the sunrise over the ocean. This comfortable, spacious, & well-equipped townhome is the perfect choice for your family. This home is just steps from the private walkway which takes you to either the community pool or the glorious beach; you choose which body of water to enjoy first! The spacious, open flo
QD4: Quite Right
QD4: Quite Right
Townhouse
Bedrooms 3 bedrooms
Bathrooms 3 Full
Guests 6 guests
Rating 4.9 (17 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
* SN1317: Outer Banks Beachfront Bungalow
House Pet Friendly
Bedrooms 3 bedrooms
Bathrooms 2 Full
Guests 6 guests
Rating 4.6 (31 Reviews)
Location, Location, Location! This home has it. With very close beach access (less than 100 yards) and a birds eye view of Jockeys Ridge, who could ask for more. This house has decks on both the front and back of the house making this the perfect place to bring the kids! Sit and smell the ocean breezes in the morning from the front porch while drin
JR247: Carolinian
JR247: Carolinian
House
Bedrooms 5 bedrooms
Bathrooms 4 Full, 1 Half
Guests 10 guests
Rating 5 (6 Reviews)
The Mermaid Lounge boasts an incredible location overlooking the Roanoke Sound and the magnificent dunes of Jockey's Ridge. This newly renovated and thoughtfully furnished townhome is perfect for small families or couples. Take advantage of a variety of community amenities, including two outdoor pools, pickleball and tennis courts, clubhouse and pl
VI3: The Mermaid Lounge
VI3: The Mermaid Lounge
Townhouse
Bedrooms 2 bedrooms
Bathrooms 1 Full, 1 Half
Guests 4 guests
Rating 4.9 (22 Reviews)
Honzie's Hideaway is a warm and inviting beach retreat. The upper level great room is open and the perfect place to watch your favorite movies, cook a delicious meal in the beautiful, well-equipped kitchen or just sit and reminisce about your adventures you had for the day.Your family will enjoy privacy at home and access to the beautiful beaches j
DR26: Honzie's Hideaway
DR26: Honzie's Hideaway
House
Bedrooms 4 bedrooms
Bathrooms 2 Full, 1 Half
Guests 8 guests
Rating 4.9 (30 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
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H202S: Heron Cove 202S
H202S: Heron Cove 202S
Condo
Bedrooms 3 bedrooms
Bathrooms 2 Full, 1 Half
Guests 6 guests
Rating 4.6 (13 Reviews)
New for 2025: LVP flooring in all common areas, pantry cabinet for additional storage, upgraded WIFI, all TVs upgraded to smart TVs for streaming, refrigerator/freezer added to downstairs rec room, moved hot tub to lower patio for easier access. Nothing left to the imagination, it's all here! This beautiful well-appointed home has it all and is jus
SV05: Shore'em Dreamin'
SV05: Shore'em Dreamin'
House Pet Friendly
Bedrooms 5 bedrooms
Bathrooms 5 Full
Guests 10 guests
Rating 5 (6 Reviews)
Baymeadow 10 is a beautiful 3 bedroom home located in the prestigious community of The Village at Nags Head. New to the vacation rental world you can be among the first set of guests to stay in this amazing home! The spacious decks are a comfortable and relaxing spot to unwind with a good book, your favorite drink or a quite place to capture an ama
B10: Baymeadow 10
B10: Baymeadow 10
House Pet Friendly
Bedrooms 3 bedrooms
Bathrooms 2 Full, 1 Half
Guests 6 guests
Rating 4.8 (26 Reviews)
Salty Dog is a well maintained vacation home that will have you coming back year after year. Take advantage of exclusive amenities at the nearby Village Beach Club, including an outdoor pool, pickleball courts, and direct beach access. Back at the house, relax with a soak in the bubbly hot tub or spend time with family and friends in the spacious r
W18: Salty Dog
W18: Salty Dog
House
Bedrooms 4 bedrooms
Bathrooms 2 Full, 1 Half
Guests 8 guests
Rating 5 (18 Reviews)

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