Nags Head is the largest town on North Carolina`s Outer Banks (land-wise) and is located on a barrier island with Nags Head NC rentals. It is known for having the largest living sand dune on the east coast which is continually changing due to wind and erosion. Jockey`s Ridge is a large sand dune that you can climb to the top and see both the Roanoke Sound and the Atlantic Ocean at the same time. It`s a popular place for hang gliding and kite flying as well. KEES has a number of Nags Head vacation rentals nearby including pet-friendly rentals, Nags Head beach houses, Nags Head cabin rentals and much more!
Nags Head has a history of being a much-loved vacationers` paradise, and the sentiment is as true today as it was in the mid-1800s. There is never a lack of activity to do in Nags Head. The town of Nags Head includes some famous Outer Banks attractions, restaurants, beach rentals, shopping, wildlife, and fabulous beaches. Often you will hear non-locals refer to the Outer Banks as "Nags Head" even though they may actually be in another town! Browse our sellection of vacation rentals in Nags Head NC below. Read More
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KEES Outer Banks offers over 70 Nags Head vacation rentals to choose from, including vacation homes, condos, cottages and hotels in the best oceanfront & oceanside locations. So whether you`re looking for a 10-bedroom oceanfront vacation home or a smaller 1-bedroom beach condo, we`ve got you covered!
We also have plenty of options of Nags Head rentals oceanfront to choose from.
Looking for a specific amenity at your Nags Head vacation rental? No problem! We offer a variety of oceanfront Nags Head rentals, including: over 20 pet-friendly properties, multiple properties with cabana service, over 30 properties with pools, over 15 properties with hot tubs and more! Our easy-to-use Outer Banks property selection tools help you find the right properties with the amenities you need. Be sure to select your arrival and departure dates to ensure you`re getting the most up-to-date results.
So well renowned that many Outer Banks visitors use its name to describe the region, the town of Nags Head epitomizes the true Outer Banks vacation experience. From Nag Head`s earliest beginnings as a summer OBX vacation destination, it has been a haven for tourists looking to explore the North Carolina coast for over 150 years. Several historic beach cottages and oceanfront hotels remain, still accommodating guests just as they have for decades.
While Outer Banks visitors can see classic Nags Head OBX cottage architecture and style along the main highways, things have remained even more so as they once were in the area`s natural environments. The tallest natural sand dune system in the eastern United States, Jockey`s Ridge offers hikers unparalleled views of Nags Head from its sandy hills. Many historic Outer Banks fishing piers, such as Jennette`s Pier at milepost 16.5, have lined the gorgeous OBX oceanfront since early 1900`s. Plentiful public beach accesses can be found on the sandy coast, making it easy to take in the amazing views of the legendary Nags Head sunrises over crashing waves.
If you`re looking for unique experiences during your Outer Banks vacation, look no further. Business throughout Nags Head is still very much family operated and maintains a small town atmosphere. Outer Banks vacationers will find many one-of-a-kind delicious dining options and endless local shopping options. Looking for something exciting? Adventure awaits at historic landmarks and recreation parks, and watersports and tours are aplenty. Book your Nags Head Outer Banks beach vacation today!
Nags Head has some of the best beaches on the Outer Banks. They are clean and expansive giving you and your family a good amount of room for all of your beach gear and to spread out. There are frequent beach accesses as you take a trip south down Virginia Dare Trail. Several of the accesses have a restroom, lifeguard, and feet washing station.
There are plenty of activities to do in Nags Head. You can find some amazing seafood in town at one of the delicious local restaurants and enjoy libations at beach bars. With the three piers in Nags Head - Nags Head Fishing Pier, Outer Banks Fishing Pier, and Jennette`s Pier - you can fill your day fishing. Amongst Gallery Row, you will find some lovely art galleries and there is a jewelry-making store in Nags Head as well. In Nags Head, you will find the Outlet Mall for a day of shopping. Spend your day walking through the nature trails or take your bicycle onto the bike trails. Miniature golf, bowling, First Flight Adventure Park are also fun recreational activities.
For the golfers in the group, there are some amazing golf courses on the Outer Banks. In Nags Head, you will find the Nags Head Golf Links. This course has amazing views of the Roanoke Sound! KEES has several Nags Head vacation rentals in the same neighborhood.
Because Nags Head is centrally located on the Outer Banks, there is easy access to activities in the other towns. For example, if you go north on Croatan Highway Nags Head, you will get to the Wright Brothers Memorial.
Summer in Nags Head has the warmest months of the year and contains the most sunshine. Spring and Fall, while cooler, do give some great beach days. In addition, during these seasons, the roads, stores, and restaurants are the least crowded. During the winter months, the weather is cooler, it is foggy, and rains, but the temperature hardly ever goes below twenty degrees. However, the winter provides peace and tranquility and there are still sunshine-filled days. Nags Head does not get much snow, but now and then some flurries will show up. Keep an eye on the weather if you are visiting Nags Head in the winter! Hurricane season runs from June 1st to November 30th so if you are planning on a visit during that time, be sure to keep an eye on the weather reports.
There are two ways to get to Nags Head - driving and flying. The closest international airport is in Norfolk, VA (ORF). After landing in Norfolk, you will then head south on NC-168 and US-158 where you will drive over the Wright Brothers Memorial Bridge. When you get to the road signs pointing you to NC12 North, you will stay straight and proceed through the towns of Kitty Hawk and Kill Devil Hills. Nags Head, NC is the next town.
Nags Head is filled with family-friendly attractions to explore on your family trip. Nags Head vacation homes are available near places like First Flight Adventure Park, an aerial amusement park with obstacle courses and a zip line; Dowdy Park, a popular park with playing fields; tennis courts; an OBX bowling alley; miniature golf courses; and of course the beach! You will also find Nags Head Woods hiking trails for the whole family to enjoy. If you find a vacation rental with a pool and/or a recreation room, your family will have a great time enjoying that.
At KEES, our goal is to provide the absolute best of Outer Banks vacation rentals; flexibility in your stay dates, amenity packages that make your stay more enjoyable, and service that will bring you back. Click here for the list of signature amenities found in our Nags Head vacation rentals. We also are proud of our FlexStay™ program. This allows guests to begin their vacation any day of the week with no 7-night minimum restrictions! This allows KEES guests to choose a traditional full-week or partial-week Outer Banks vacation. There are over 70 KEES vacation homes in Nags Head. Many of them have a private pool, hot tubs, and/or pets allowed. Also, you will find oceanfront, semi-oceanfront, and inland options. Search our vast selection of rental properties to find the one that fits the family`s needs.
KEES Outer Banks has a large selection of vacation rentals in Nags Head. If you are looking for condos, oceanfront properties, semi-oceanfront rentals, private pools, hot tubs, proximity to activities, and beautiful views, Nags Head should be your destination. There are so many to choose from to find your perfect vacation home. (You might even find one with a heated pool!) There are also over 20 vacation rentals in Nags Head that welcome pets. Our website will allow you to search for the perfect rental in Nags Head.
There is so much to do in Nags Head. You will find endless activities to do on the water including paragliding, kiteboarding, canoeing, kayaking, skimboarding, and/or surfing. Visitors also enjoy the activity of "birding" which you can check out while kayaking through the canals or hiking the nature trails around town. Of course, some of the best fishing is done in Nags Head given the availability of three piers!
Also in Nags Head, you will find some of the best restaurants to enjoy local fare. The Outlet Mall, surf shops, and beach shops are sure to please all. In Nags Head, you can play miniature golf, regular golf, bowling, arcades, and the First Flight Adventure Park. Don`t forget to visit Jockey`s Ridge State Park. Climb the large dune and feel like you are on top of the world!
A truly beautiful place is South Nags Head North Carolina. This begins at the southernmost point of Croatan Hwy. Along this stretch of road, you can see some of the older beach cottages that give Nags Head its character. Most vacation rentals are either oceanfront or a block or two from the ocean. South Nags Head is quaint and quiet, but a fantastic place to find some KEES rental homes.
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