Nags Head on Bodie Island of eastern North Carolina has an intriguing legend to its unusual name. Supposedly, pirates lured ships to these shores by marching nags, or ponies, with lanterns hanging from their necks to imitate the lights of anchored boats. Now, this barrier island flanked by the Atlantic Ocean and Roanoke Sound, is a popular beach destination in the Outer Banks area. Declared the first tourist colony in the state, it’s now a resort town frequented by outdoor lovers. It’s home to the East Coast’s largest sand dune, Jockey’s Ridge State Park. If you happen to stop by, be sure to experience a breathtaking sunset from the top of a dune. You can even bring your pets along for the ride. If you do want to bring your furry friends to this idyllic town, read this list of the best pet-friendly rentals in Nags Head, North Carolina.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) host status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and pet-friendly rules and regulations. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 13, 2024.
1. Cozy cottage in Old Nags Head Cove (from USD 231)
This cozy cottage is near stores, restaurants, entertainment options, and a hospital in Old Nags Head Cove. It provides a homey stay with its self-catering facilities for a family or group of friends. The rustic interiors feature plush leather couches for you to sink into and a good-sized dining area for six.
Under the house is a spacious open area where you can have picnics, park your car, or play with your dogs. Up to two pets are allowed for a pet fee of 75 USD and a cleaning fee of 45 USD.
Moreover, guests will have access to the clubhouse, boat ramp, and beach.
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the pool at the club was nice and not overly crowdedRead more reviewsLocation:
and a fantastic location close to the beach and walking distance to shopping and restaurantsthe location between beach and sound was ideal for sunrises and sunsetsgreat location great home everything you need for a getaway
2. Island Dancer (from USD 189)
This classic beach cottage is equipped with the modern conveniences you’ll need for cozy stays. Only around 62 yards (0.9 meters) to the beach, it has wooden interiors with a coastal theme and self-catering facilities in addition to wide doorways connecting the living room and kitchen area.
Furthermore, this rental has a furnished balcony where you can enjoy the neighborhood views, take a nap on the rocking chair, or play around with your pets, as long as you limit yourself to one large dog or two small ones.
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cottage is comfortable with all the amenities youd needthe beds had very good comfortable mattressesthe beds had very good comfortable mattressesHost:
huge thank you to village realty and the owner who accommodated us after hurricane mathewRead more reviewsLocation:
the location was greatthe location was greatthe best part of this rental was the close proximity to the beachthe best part of this rental was the close proximity to the beachso relaxing and fun to be so close to the ocean we had a great time
3. Huge oceanside home with pool (from USD 590)
You’ll have a worry-free vacation in this rental, especially if you’re traveling with a big group and pets. There are no pet restrictions for this property, but you will have to pay a pet fee of 175 USD.
Additionally, you’ll have access to all parts of this multilevel home except for the garage. The rental has a well-equipped kitchen on the top floor and spacious rooms so that everyone can spread out inside. To keep everyone entertained, there are several TVs, a game room with a pool table, and an outdoor pool to dive into. Also, each floor has a spacious balcony offering spectacular views of the front and backside of the house, and the top floor offers alfresco dining. You’ll also appreciate a hot tub for a luxurious soak while overlooking the pool area.
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the place has all the fun stuff heated pool hot tub pool table horse shoesthe place has all the fun stuff heated pool hot tub pool table horse shoesRead more reviewsCleanliness:
this house is extremely clean well kept and well stockedthis house is extremely clean well kept and well stockedclean house; kitchen well equipped; smaller inside then expected but enough roomclean house; kitchen well equipped; smaller inside then expected but enough room
4. Gorgeous beach rental with wood deck (from USD 529)
This massive multi-story beach house offers guests cozy lodgings near the water. The well-kept historic home is updated with modern conveniences. It features capacious rooms looking out at the neighborhood or sandy beach and a long deck where you can lounge or dine underneath the bright blue skies. You’ll also find a covered porch with a hammock and a private walkway to the shore.
In addition, the roomy house has an extra room its own full bathroom on the lower floor and a separate bungalow with extra sleeping beds. Don’t forget to take your beloved furry family members with you to this pet-friendly property. With the gate at the end of the walkway extending to the beach, you’ll have a convenient and safe space where your dogs can play.
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customer service was very helpful and appreciatedRead more reviewsLocation:
nice location has restaurants within walking distancenice location has restaurants within walking distancegreat location on the beach and comfortable historic homegreat location on the beach and comfortable historic homewe loved this home we walked in and stepped back into the 30's
5. Contemporary home with many amenities (from USD 425)
This lovely cottage is 50 feet (15.2 meters) from the beach and features an open living area with access to a furnished balcony, giving guests indoor and outdoor seating options. The common space and select rooms have expansive windows with splendid ocean views. Other than the beautiful surroundings, guests will appreciate the in-house activities here. They can play billiards, mix drinks at the wet bar, or have a movie marathon in the recreation room.
If you plan to bring your fur baby along, you’ll be a fan of the spacious fenced backyard with an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and loungers where you can get a tan. It will be a safe enclosed space to play with your pet. Take note, however, that only dogs are allowed on this property.
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clean and well stockedvery clean and well maintained housevery clean and well maintained housethe house itself was nice and clean although a little bit dated on the interiorRead more reviewsLocation:
perfect location for beach accessperfect location for beach accesswe liked the location just like being beachfrontit’s in the ideal location for just about everythingperfect location without being right on the beach thank you
6. The Sandbar Life (from USD 158)
Located in a cul-de-sac, this modern three-story home is in the Village at Nags Head’s Dolphin Run. The owner requires a minimum stay of seven nights and allows pets with a fee. Furthermore, this fully furnished home features capacious rooms, some with access to a furnished balcony or deck with ocean views. The property also offers a hot tub and a treadmill if you need to get a workout in.
As guests, you will have access to the private community club where you can swim and dine, the Village Beach Club, tennis courts, and parking by the beach during the season.
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we also enjoyed being able to visit the community poolour house was great with plenty of roomCleanliness:
well stocked and very cleanthe home was clean kitchen was stocked with wonderful cookware and living space had ample comfy furnitureeverything needed to enjoy your vacation was provided the home was very clean and organizedHost:
charles the owner was great to work withRead more reviewsLocation:
we enjoyed the house and locationthe property was located close to public beach access in a great neighborhoodgreat location to beach and pool but also in a quiet relaxing areathe pool and beach are both within walking distance and very nice as welllove the master bath with huge walk in shower
7. Blue Vistas
This newly renovated traditional beach house offers a cozy getaway for big families with pets. It’s a three-minute walk to the beach via East Enterprise Street and built on a busy beach road, so you may hear some noise from traffic.
Although this large home has been updated with a fresh coat of paint, it still has that cozy old-fashioned feel with coastal accents and tasteful furniture. It also features roomy bedrooms, an open living area, lots of seating areas, and furnished balconies on the upper floors with splendid sea views.
The owners will allow you to bring up to two dogs as long as you clean up after them and keep them in a crate when you’re not home. You must also pay a pet fee of 100 USD, cleaning fee of 175 USD, and property damage insurance of 59 USD.
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everything was clean and well appointedit was clean & neatthe house was clean comfortable and had a well stocked kitchenthe house is clean and well stocked with everything needed fir the beachHost:
the hosts were greatthe house had everything we needed checkin and checkout was easy due to great communication from the hostcommunication with the owner was amazingRead more reviewsLocation:
we enjoyed staying at this house with location conveniently located close to beach restaurants and shops
8. Rustic cottage near the beach (from USD 125)
This tiny rustic cottage is in a secluded area near the beach and allows pets and assistance animals. Upgraded with a fully tiled shower for luxurious bath times, it admits a small group comfortably. The interior space is compact but complete with a full kitchen, dining area, lounge, and loft-style bedroom.
There’s also an outdoor deck where you can enjoy alfresco dining and relaxing on Adirondack chairs while listening to the sounds of the sea. Since you’ll be a minute away from the water, you can play and swim with your dogs or take them on a stroll along the shore.
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the cottage is very quaint and very comfortablegreat beach access perfect amount of comfortable space for 4 people highly recommendit is quaint and comfortable and had everything we needed to cook full mealsthe cottage was so cute and cozy but roomy enough for our family of five (plus our dog)Cleanliness:
everything was clean and organizedhouse was clean well stocked and wonderfulthe bathroom was spotless and the shower had great water pressure for those with long hairit is nice and clean and cozy my adult children loved the loft sleepingthe cottage was very clean and well furnished and equippedHost:
anthony was a wonderful host very kind and welcominganthony was an attentive and welcoming hostthe owner even left us some wine and chocolates wish we could have stayed longeranthony was very responsive and helpfuli would love to come back i’m glad a was able to find a truly pet friendly stayRead more reviewsLocation:
anthony’s place is located in a nice central area and crawling distance from the beachgreat location would definitely stay here againamazing location and so close to the sand/oceanthe location is great for our favorite restaurants shopping and the pierthis cozy cabin is in a perfect location
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9. Characterful rental perfect for families (from USD 175)
This spacious rebuilt home is in the Whalebone district. It admits large families and allows pets, especially assistance animals, at no extra cost. This lovely home with seaside accents offers wide rooms and open areas where you and your furry pals can freely move about.
The dining and kitchen areas are connected, and there are bowls available for feeding your pets. In addition, you’ll find a screened-in porch where you can enjoy your morning coffee. Meanwhile, the open-air deck is furnished for outdoor dining and leads to a fenced-in backyard where kids and dogs can run around. Beneath the house, there’s a bonus room available when you need extra space to store your bikes or the grill.
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our 4 kids appreciated the great wifi and wifi tvs in the bedroomsthe air works well and the beds are so comfortablemy older kids loved their beds and drawers underneath for their itemsthe laughing whales is cozy modern and incredibly well-equipped and well-decoratedCleanliness:
very clean well stocked homethe cottage was extremely clean comfortable and had pretty much everything you would needHost:
with a charming house and exceptional attentiveness from the hosts our whole family thoroughly enjoyed their staythey were responsive easy going and helpfulfinally marc & betsy were super kind and responsive to all our questions - absolutely wonderful hostsmarc and betsy were great communicators and excellent hoststotally recommend this place and ownersRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is greatgreat location in nags head close to everythinggreat location that is convenient to everything and steps from the beach yet feels very quietwe had a great time and the location was perfectbetsy and marc's place is the perfect getaway
10. Airy home right on the beach (from USD 228)
This gorgeous oceanfront home offers a pet-friendly space for big groups. It has a relaxing ambiance thanks to the wood and all-white interiors, open concept, and beach-themed decor. Even better, pets and assistance animals are allowed with no extra fees.
The rental also features a deck with seating where you can watch the waves and a wide outdoor space on the beach to play freely with your pets. There’s also an indoor hot tub for refreshing soaks after frolicking in the sand.
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the king mattress was exceptionally comfortablevery comfortable beds and incredible viewbeds and furniture were all very comfortable and the kitchen is well appointedsuch a bright comfortable house with a great view of the waterthe beds were comfy hot tub maintained temperature and shower heads had great pressureCleanliness:
the beds were very comfortable and everything was clean clean cleanvery clean updated homethe house was clean with a well stocked kitchenvery clean and updated homedanielle's house is very clean and is in a great locationHost:
the owner was helpful and understandingdanielle was responsive prior to our trip and during for any questions we hadwe loved pet friendlyRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is amazingthe location was perfectexcellent location and great for families and pupsgreat house and great locationloved the location beautiful beach and dunes
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Nags Head is a favorite of beach lovers and tourists for a variety of reasons. If you want to experience the town for yourself and take your pets along for the fun, book one of the best pet-friendly rentals above.
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