Nags Head Rentals

Welcome to the quintessential beach town of Nags Head, North Carolina! History, natural beauty and friendly locals greet you at every turn in the charming town of Nags Head, NC. Pristine coastline and cool sea breezes have attracted vacationers since the mid-1800s. In fact, the area is so well known that some people mistakenly use the term "Nags Head" to refer to the entire Outer Banks.

Nags Head vacation rentals range from classic "Old Nags Head" style cottages that are full of character and history to large, modern homes with pools and elevators. Nags Head rentals are available in every size and price range; from affordable condos to traditional beach cottages to luxury estates. Enjoy the captivating views offered by Nags Head oceanfront homes, the tranquility of soundfront accommodations or the value of "Between the Roads" cottages. Many Nags Head communities, such as Seven Sisters and Old Nags Head Cove, offer community pools and tennis courts. Nags Head vacation homes are often within walking distance of neighborhood restaurants and souvenir shops. Mini golf, ice cream shops, outlet shopping, the Outer Banks YMCA, art galleries and more are right around the corner!

If peaceful surroundings, minimal traffic and a soothing natural landscape are more your style, then a South Nags Head rental home is for you! South Nags Head is a tranquil area bordered by the Cape Hatteras National Seashore. South Nags Head begins at Whalebone Junction, the intersection leading to Hatteras and Roanoke Islands (around Mile Post 17). South Nags Head offers a "get away from it all" feel, yet is only a short drive away from Nags Head activities and attractions. Savor uncrowded beaches and the laid-back sensibility. Take a stroll or a bike ride along the multi-use paved path that runs parallel to Old Oregon Inlet Road. South Nags Head is a favorite vacation spot for countless families.

Search our wide selection of Nags Head rentals and South Nags Head vacation homes to find the ideal property for your needs and your budget!

Nags Head NC Beaches
Nags Head, NC beaches are the ultimate playground for fun and sun-loving vacationers! You'll find miles of pristine shoreline, rolling dunes and maybe even dolphins playing in glistening water. Nags Head offers numerous public beach access, some with bath houses and handicap accessibility. The Town of Nags Head's Ocean Rescue provides both stationary and mobile lifeguard units from 10:00 am - 6:00 pm (Memorial Day to Labor Day). On any given summer day, you'll see happy families relaxing in the warm sunshine, skimboarders trying new tricks at the water's edge, couples walking hand-in-hand along the shore and anglers casting their lines into the sea. Simple pleasures are enjoyed and precious memories are made on the beaches of Nags Head, NC.

Nags Head Activities & Attractions
Our Nags Head rentals are in close proximity to Outer Banks attractions such as Bodie Island Lighthouse, the Elizabethan Gardens and the Wright Memorial. Nags Head, NC is home to Jockey's Ridge, the tallest natural sand dune system on the east coast. Nags Head is located within an easy drive of other Outer Banks landmarks such as the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse, the Whalehead Club and the Currituck Beach Lighthouse.

Nags Head, NC is renowned for water sports such as surfing and kiteboarding. Outer Banks fishing is another extremely popular pastime, whether from the shore, a pier or a charter boat. For those who prefer activities of the shopping variety, Nags Head offers Tanger Outlets and numerous fun boutiques. Be sure to check out Gallery Row, located around Mile Post 10 in Nags Head. Take time to browse through seven galleries for art, jewelry, souvenirs, crafts, pottery, candles and more.

Nags Head History
During the 1830s, the first wealthy inland plantation owners and businessmen built summer homes along the oceanfront in Nags Head. They found the sea air to be a welcome change from the humid summers back home. By the 1850s, Nags Head officially become a tourist haven for genteel families. Vacation homes dotted the Nags Head landscape from the sea to the sound, and the luxurious Nags Head Hotel was built at the foot of Jockey's Ridge. Parties, socials, church, bowling, sun and sand were all part of wealthy families' summer activities. At that time, there were no bridges to the Outer Banks, so vacationers traveled by boat across the Roanoke Sound and docked near Jockey's Ridge.

The hearty locals who made their living off of fishing and salvaging materials from shipwrecks were called "Bankers." These Nags Head natives had existed in harmony with the sea since the 1700s. The "Bankers" soon began selling fresh vegetables and fish to the vacationing families. The emergence of tourism created a whole new industry for the local villagers.

Unfortunately, the shifting sands of Jockey's Ridge claimed the Nags Head Hotel sometime after the Civil War. However, you can still see a row of historic cottages, dating from as early as the mid-1800s, along the Nags Head oceanfront today. These homes were built in the "Old Nags Head Style" with wrap-around porches, cedar shingles and propped shutters. Many of the original homes were built with salvaged wood from long-ago shipwrecks. This row of homes, often called "The Unpainted Aristocracy," has proudly withstood the punishment of salt, wind and water over the years. Often overlooked as an Outer Banks attraction, these historic homes offer a unique glimpse of times past.

The undeniable charm, beauty and history of Nags Head, North Carolina is captivating. Whether you want a busy schedule of sightseeing and activities or you prefer nothing more than relaxing, untroubled days on the beach, Nags Head has it all.

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