The beach town of Nags Head is a popular vacation spot located in Outer Banks, a group of barrier islands off North Carolina’s coast. It boasts beaches, natural sites, and many small businesses, including restaurants. Start your adventure from the most renowned attraction in the town, Jockey’s Ridge State Park, boasting soaring dunes. Afterwards, hike the trails at Nags Head Woods Preserve or enjoy endless views of the surroundings from the 19th-century Bodie Island Lighthouse. There are also many dining options to try out, including Basnight’s Lone Cedar Cafe, specializing in seafood. The town also has numerous luxurious accommodations for a large group or couples getaway. Take luxury to another level by choosing one of these best vacation rentals with private pool 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 access to private pool. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on February 09, 2024.
1. Well-furnished house with a fenced yard (from USD 541)
From wall arts that adorn the interior to the outdoor private pool, this four-bedroom house guarantees a lovely stay. It’s situated in a serene neighborhood, an eight-minute walk from Bainbridge Street public beach access.
Additionally, the house is spacious, thoughtfully decorated, and well-equipped. You can watch your favorite shows on the TV in the living room or test your culinary skills in the chef’s kitchen. The children will also love the game room, complete with shuffleboard and bubble hockey. The home also welcomes pets and boasts a large fenced yard, where you’ll find a hot tub, pool, and barbecue area.
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house is nice clean and kitchen well equippedRead more reviewsLocation:
great location with a short walk to the beachspacious house walking distance to the beach and in a great locationgreat place and locationthe pool area is great and its a very easy walk to the beach
2. Beachfront house with a hot tub (from USD 935)
A serene getaway awaits a group of 16 or less in this luxurious house located on a dead-end and next to the beach. Guests here can sleep to the sound of the waves and wake up to unparalleled ocean views while enjoying a morning coffee on the covered deck.
After a busy day out, you can enjoy an outdoor shower and relax in the private pool or hot tub. Further, the inside is elegantly furnished, especially the open floor plan, boasting a cozy seating area and a functional kitchen. You can also enjoy a movie night in the game room with a 4K TV connected with Hulu.
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we used the kitchen to make a traditional thanksgiving dinner without any trouble at allRead more reviewsCleanliness:
lovely and sparkling clean house just steps from the beach
3. Mermaid's Pillow (from USD 344)
This 3-bedroom cottage is nestled on NC Highway 12, across the street from the beach. After an action-packed day out, visitors can swim in the in-ground outdoor saltwater pool in the fenced yard. The pool is available from May 1 to October 1.
Further, the cottage’s interior is enormous and features classic Nags Head-inspired decorations. You can cozy up in the colorful seating room, complete with a flat-screen TV with YouTube TV. Otherwise, test your cooking skills in the functional kitchen. Other perks in this cottage include laundry amenities and high-speed WiFi.
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fully stocked kitchen and open floor plan allowed for the perfect thanksgiving gatheringCleanliness:
clean well decorated and relaxingthe place is so very clean and attention to all the details by cindy was appreciatedbeautiful clean and new house perfect for our family of fiveit is a very clean cottage that is prepared for all of your needsawesome cottage - great location beautiful home clean and wonderfully stocked with all appliances extras etcHost:
cindy is a lovely host toocindy was a wonderful host and we loved every minute at the mermaid’s pillowRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is great and is in walking distance to a few restaurantswe had a wonderful vacation in this beautiful home perfect locationthe house was beautiful and in the perfect locationwe enjoyed the short walk to the beach and fishing pierand super close to the beach and public access we will definitely be coming back
4. Cozy villa with a recreation room (from USD 260)
If you are looking for a cozy place for your family vacation, look no further than this rustic four-bedroom mansion. It’s filled with leisure amenities for everyone. Kids can spend the day in the recreation room on the entry floor, complete with a wet bar, pinball machines, and a foosball table.
You can recline and watch the extensive DVD movie library in the living room, featuring a TV and gas fireplace. Alternatively, relax on the top-floor deck overlooking the ocean. Outside, there’s a beautifully maintained yard, a hot tub, and a pool, which can be heated for a surcharge of 150 USD. The villa also includes a gourmet kitchen.
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we swam in the pool and bbqed on the grill and all worked greatgreat entertainment section for the kids with a pool toowe paid extra for the heated pool and everyone enjoyed that feature especially on cooler nightsCleanliness:
and was very cleanvery clean and was a great place to staythe house was clean and everything worked well just as pictured and describedexcellent communication with the owner house well supplied and clean along with great location to beach stores restaurants and activitiesRead more reviewsLocation:
the beach is so close and there are great restaurants in walking distancealso great location to the beach restaurants and activitiesa short easy walk to the beachthe location was possibly my favorite part of the house thoughit was easy to navigate to all the major attractions and restaurants from this location
5. Eight-bedroom house overlooking the ocean (from USD 878)
A memorable family reunion or weekend getaway with friends awaits you in this eight-bedroom house overlooking the ocean. Designed for 18 guests, this property features a volleyball court, a hot tub, a cabana, and a private outdoor pool for everyone to enjoy. At the same time, the beach is about a seven-minute walk away.
If you don’t feel like stepping out, you can play foosball or watch a movie in the game room. Also, all the eight master bedrooms and the great room come with smart TVs. What’s more, the house offers a fully stocked kitchen. It welcomes pets too.
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There are TV's in each roomThere were even toys in the living room under the table which our son lovedThe house is immaculate spacious and comfortable and the location is a straight 363yd shot to beachit's equipped with cable and NetflixCleanliness:
The house is clean and comfortableThe property is in excellent condition and very clean Close proximity to the beach and several other museums/monumentsit's clean quiet and is located near everythingHost:
Could not be more pleased Owner was responsive and helpfulthe owner is extremely friendly and has been nothing but helpfulGreat big family room TV was a welcome sight (not in pics online)This house is amazing and the property owners are great So close to the beach and all the restraunts in OBX Will definitely be backThe property owner was very helpful and provided immediate assistance with any questions we had I would certainly recommend this location and hope that we can return someday soonRead more reviewsLocation:
is nearby and numerous restaurants and shopsThe house is very nice and spacious Located in a great location minutes from everythingIt's an easy walk to the beach and centrally located in the OBX HouseReally enjoyed the property and its location central to everything we were interested in doing (beach shops restaurants)We loved the house and the location
6. Beach Bum Inn (from USD 275)
Enjoy a stress-free and comfortable beach vacation in this seven-bedroom house that can accommodate fourteen people. It’s nestled in Galley Row, a block from the beach and a convenient walk from restaurants and shops.
Back at home, spend a lazy afternoon relaxing on the swing in the front veranda or plunge into the pool in front of you. The pool is available from May 1 to October 10. And you can choose to soak in the outdoor hot tub as well. In addition, you’ll also love the minimalist living room with a TV, game room with foosball table, and well-equipped kitchen.
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the property is amazingly clean with a well stocked kitchen and all the amenities of homeHost:
owner was very responsive and the check in/out was easygreat house great host we had everything we needed for our guys tripcommunication with the owner was easy and promptRead more reviewsLocation:
location perfect and in close proximityit’s in a great location toowe love the location of this house and the proximity to the beach as well as shops/restaurantsthe location is great - easy access to beach grocery and restaurantsthe location was excellent and the pool area was great
7. Centrally located villa with an exercise room (from USD 2365)
Leisure and top-end hospitality are at the heart of this eight-bedroom villa with hotel-like amenities, including an elevator. And thanks to its location in the center of Nags Head, this villa boasts unparalleled ocean panoramas, especially from the back decks. Guests can access the beach via a private path.
While on the property, you can work out in the exercise room that comes with a treadmill or play ping pong and pool in the recreational room. Afterwards, take a dip in the hot tub overlooking the ocean or the outdoor swimming pool with a waterfall feature. Furthermore, the pool can be heated for free in spring and fall. However, a surcharge of 350 USD is required during summer.
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handicap bathroom and elevator were a huge plus for us
i would definitely rent again
we didn't have access to the pool (winter) so i can't review but the hot tub was greatthe pool was amazing and we paid to have it heated which was well worth itreviewer comments: we had a ball comfortable beds quiet rooms spacious living areaCleanliness:
some of the pots we needed to clean before usingthe vacation rental was very cleanthe vacation rental was very cleanthe vacation rental was very cleanthe vacation rental was very cleanHost:
rating details: the property manager was adequately helpfulrating details: the property manager was adequately helpfulrating details: the property manager was very helpfulrating details: the property manager was very helpfulrating details: the property manager was very helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
the house was great including location pool rooms and the near by restaurants and attractionsthe location was great and loved being on the beachreviewer comments: great experience awsome house in a great locationthe location is absolutely perfect and the set up of the house was greatreviewer comments: great layout and location
8. Gorgeous beach house near Jockey's Ridge State Park
This colossal beach house is up for grabs for your next family getaway. It features a lot of space to spread out, but we have a hunch you might stick in the open floor lounge area. The spot is outfitted with an HDTV and lots of natural light streaming through the large windows. And if you love cooking your meals, the gourmet kitchen will come in handy.
Furthermore, the house is situated next to Jockey’s Ridge State Park, East Coast’s tallest dune, where you can hike to the top and enjoy mesmerizing Outer Banks vistas. Back on the property’s fenced yard, guests can enjoy a barbecue party or swim some leisurely laps in the pool.
Nags Head, North Carolina, United StatesAccommodates: 8
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great house in a great locationgreat location close to the beach and the sound and right next to jockeys ridgevery nice house with in a nice private area but close enough to everything
9. Light and airy house with a covered porch (from USD 645)
You’ll love every moment in this beautiful house located just a 10-minute walk from the beach via a private trail. The house features modern furnishings, hardwood flooring, and a soothing color scheme, making it aesthetically appealing. You can loosen up in the cozy seating room with a fireplace and HDTV. Or recline on the covered porch’s Adirondack chairs or hammock.
Another attractive feature of this house is the outdoor heated pool in the fenced backyard. Boasting free heating, the pool is open and heated from April 15 to November 30.
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the a/c worked great even though it was very hot outsidethe heated pool was much appreciated as we had a couple of colder daysthe heated pool makes the value you get unavoidableit was unseasonably cool the week we were there so the heated pool was definitely a bonusloved how many rooms there were and the room sizes were quite largeCleanliness:
charming exceptionally clean well-stocked cottagevery clean well stocked with suppliesits new sparkling clean and very comfortableeverything was so clean comfortable and well decoratedthe house was very clean spacious and comfortable - and we just loved the neighborhoodHost:
attentive & responsive hostian was an awesome host and very responsivethe owners were so easy to communicate with and answered all of our questions very quicklyiain was an amazing host for my wife and i during a week while staying in nag’s headwhenever we had questions and sent an email iain answered quickly and was very helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
very close to many attractionsthe location was perfect and just a short walk to the beachbeautiful house conveniently located walking distance to the beach we enjoyed our stay very muchit’s a very cute street and a short walk to the beach (about a quarter mile)we loved having the pool and close proximity to the beach
10. Homey apartment with a wraparound deck (from USD 309)
Boasting a private beach area, this two-bedroom apartment is ideal for couples or a small family of four people. It’s perched on the 1st floor of a 1928 beachfront cottage in central Nags Head. A private staircase leads to the beach, where you can unwind and enjoy the refreshing sea breeze.
In addition, the apartment has everything you need to feel at home. It’s nicely furnished and features a well-stocked kitchenette and a wraparound deck with tables and chairs. Also, renters can take advantage of the exclusive pool with sun loungers.
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the a/c in the flat was great and never a concernwe really liked that laura lee provided beach towels beach chairs and some pool toys for our kidsCleanliness:
the place was spotless and comfortablevery nice and clean space plenty of room for multiple peopleclean stylish decoration and great use of spacethe pool is great and super cleanthe flat is super modern and clean with really nice finishesHost:
the host was very responsive to our questionsthe owners are super friendly and respond quicklylaura lee was a gracious friendly host and very responsive when we had questionsowners were very friendly and very helpful with the local surroundingslaura lee and her husband are amazing hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
great location just steps from the beach with pool accessgreat pool and an incredible oceanfront locationgreat location and great place to stay with the beach just steps awaytastefully decorated comfortable and a perfect locationperfect for 2 great location and view
Explore the beach town of Nags Head
The above listed vacation rentals with private pool in Nags Head, North Carolina, assure a lovely vacation. They are nestled in strategic locations — including the town’s center or near the beach — and feature upscale amenities, including a hot tub, HDTVs, a swimming pool, a gourmet kitchen, and more.
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