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
Enjoy the amazing ocean and sound views at Life Is Good. Watch the sunrise over the ocean and the sunset over the sound and grab some great photos for your memorable vacation. Located on the oceanside where you are within walking distance to the beautiful Nags Head beaches. Relaxation will be top priority so enjoy your own private pool and hot tub
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NH6304: Life Is Good
House Pet Friendly
Bedrooms 4 bedrooms
Bathrooms 3 Full, 2 Half
Guests 8 guests
Rating 4.9 (16 Reviews)
Marlin Manor is an Old Nags Head style home that offers views of the beautiful Atlantic Ocean from the top level deck. and just a short distance to the beach, shopping, yummy food, fishing, and family fun. This great 5 bedroom home makes the ultimate family vacation even better! Enjoy the comforts of the spacious decks as you take in the serene and
JR4205: Marlin Manor
House Pet Friendly
Bedrooms 5 bedrooms
Bathrooms 4 Full
Guests 10 guests
Rating 4.9 (11 Reviews)
Escape reality and get carried away at Sunswept, an oceanfront retreat in Nags Head that has everything you've been looking for. This well-maintained home boasts a private pool, hot tub, rec room, and unobstructed ocean views. For non-stop fun in the sun, easily transition from the pool to the beach using the private walkway with dunetop deck. Insi
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NHB2: Sunswept
House
Bedrooms 7 bedrooms
Bathrooms 6 Full, 1 Half
Guests 14 guests
Rating 5 (14 Reviews)
New for 2026: This home also offers access to the YMCA with an indoor/outdoor (seasonal) pool, sauna, fitness center, gymnasium, racquetball, locker rooms and more.Do you need to get away and feel the sand between your toes, then Barefoot Bliss is calling your name. This cute, three-bedroom home located on the sound side is just a short walk to the
GR9612: Barefoot Bliss
House Pet Friendly
Bedrooms 3 bedrooms
Bathrooms 2 Full
Guests 6 guests
Rating 5 (20 Reviews)
Island State of Mind is a charming semi-oceanfront home in Nags Head situated just 300ft from the Gallery Row public beach access. After a day of sun, sand and surf, the outdoor fun continues back at the house where you can splash in the private pool or take a relaxing soak in the bubbly hot tub. The great room offers plenty of comfortable seating
GR2206: Island State of Mind
House
Bedrooms 4 bedrooms
Bathrooms 3 Full, 1 Half
Guests 8 guests
Rating 4.8 (16 Reviews)
Welcome to 'Mermaids Pearl,' a stunning 4000 square foot home that perfectly blends luxury and comfort, all while offering breathtaking panoramic views overlooking the golf course and sound. Witness romantic sunsets from your private decks, making it an ideal getaway no matter the season—summer, spring, or fall!Nestled on the fairway and soundfront
WE21: Mermaids Pearl
House
Bedrooms 5 bedrooms
Bathrooms 4 Full, 1 Half
Guests 16 guests
Rating 4.9 (19 Reviews)
Kick off your shoes, relax, take a deep breath of the ocean air and soak up the real feel of the old-time Outer Banks when you stay in this comfortable oceanfront home in Nags Head. The perfect family beach home is right here and you're going to love it! With its own private walkway to the beach and priced so that your kids can still go to college,
JR10: Mann Cottage
House Pet Friendly
Bedrooms 3 bedrooms
Bathrooms 1 Full, 1 Half
Guests 6 guests
Rating 5 (15 Reviews)
Fore Shore (Formerly Leeward Shores 11) combines quintessential coastal design with a prime semi-soundfront location for an authentic Outer Banks experience. It backs up to the Village Golf Links for views of the green, and is situated across from the Roanoke Sound for water views. Fish or crab from the community pier, launch your kayaks or SUP's,
LS11: Fore Shore (Formerly Leeward Shores 11)
House Pet Friendly
Bedrooms 5 bedrooms
Bathrooms 4 Full, 1 Half
Guests 10 guests
Rating 4.9 (12 Reviews)
"Reminiscent" is an oceanside home in Old Nags Head Place with upscale furnishings and amenities. After a day at the beach, your family can come home to your own private pool with sunken hot tub. Both the main living area and primary suite are located on the first level (unique for the area) with minimal steps, making "Reminiscent" an easy living h
JR121: Reminiscent
House
Bedrooms 5 bedrooms
Bathrooms 4 Full, 1 Half
Guests 10 guests
Rating 4.8 (24 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 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 (10 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)

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