Legend has it that Nags Head got its name from the horses, or "nags," that early residents lead back and forth on top of the high dunes with lanterns tied around their necks. Offshore vessels would mistake the lights for ships gently bobbing at anchor and would be lured to a supposed safe harbour only to run aground on the shifting sands of the coastline. The town's "land pirates" would then loot and sink the ships after setting the hapless crews adrift.
From this colorful beginning, Nags Head grew to encompass the largest section of outstanding coastline in the entire Outer Banks with eleven miles of incomparable oceanfront. There's plenty to do for the water worshipper, from parasailing and surfing to fishing off one of Nags Head's two fishing piers, to hang gliding at Jockey's Ridge State Park. With the tallest natural sand dune system on the eastern seaboard, views of the Atlantic ocean and Albemarle Sound are breathtaking. There are numerous nature trails and boardwalks where you can get up close and personal with the local ecosystem. Tour the Nags Head Ecological Preserve, a 640 acre area of wetlands, dunes and forest, or even visit nearby Bodie Island Lighthouse.
On the lighter side, there is an amusement park to attract families and couples alike as well as a four star rated Scottish links golf cours. There are more restaurants than you can count -- from Fatboyz Ice Cream & Grill to Tale of the Whale's dining under a romatically lighted waterfront gazebo, your tastebuds will never tire of the endless possibilities. For the serious shopper, you can tour Gallery Row, a unique art mecca.
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903 -
Oceans -Unit 101 -
Oceanfront
Sleeps 4 | 2BR | No Pets
| FROM $695/WEEK
| Sun-Sun
Enjoy the sunrise from your front row seat in this colorfully and tastefully decorated, first floor, oceanfront condo. Walking distance to restaurants, amusements and stores. Direct
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907 -
Yachtsman - Unit 104 -
Oceanfront
Sleeps 4 | 2BR | No Pets
| FROM $725/WEEK
| Sat-Sat
Central air/heat, dishwasher, washer/ dryer, microwave, 3 CTVs, 3VCRs, 1 DVDs, stereo with CD player, wet bar, end unit, private balcony with furniture and good ocean view. **NO
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501 -
Joka's Inn -
Between the Roads
Sleeps 6 | 3BR | No Pets
| FROM $525/WEEK
| Sat-Sat
Newly renovated and decorated!! Central air and heat, dishwasher, washer/dryer, microwave, 3 TV's, 3 VCR's, DVD player, ceiling fans, highchair, stroller, covered porch, deck
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510 -
Double Decker -
Soundfront
Sleeps 14 | 6BR | No Pets
| FROM $1275/WEEK
| Sun-Sun
Beautiful Soundfront home in the Village of Nags Head. Enjoy spectacular views of both the Sound and the Golf Course from "Double Decker's" incredible decks. Featuring 6 bedrooms
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505 -
The Shell Seekers -
Between the Roads
Sleeps 6 | 3BR | No Pets
| FROM $760/WEEK
| Sat-Sat
Newly decorated!! The Shell Seekers is the perfect beach retreat!! Central air/heat, dishwasher, washer, dryer, microwave, new dining room and living room furnishings, stereo
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520 -
Seaclusion -
Oceanfront
Sleeps 18 | 7BR | No Pets
| FROM $2195/WEEK
| Sat-Sat
This amazing oceanfront features Central air/heat, dishwasher, washer/dryer, microwave, 9 CTVs including a big screen projection TV in main living area, 4 DVDs, 3 VCRs, stereos
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900 -
Heron Cove - Unit 202-S -
Oceanfront
Sleeps 8 | 3BR | No Pets
| FROM $895/WEEK
| Sat-Sat
Fantastic ocean view from this spacious oceanfront condo!! Newly renovated kitchen. Central air/heat, dishwasher, washer/dryer, microwave, 3 CTV's, VCR, DVD, High Speed Internet
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528 -
Dune Ridge North -
Oceanfront
Sleeps 12 | 6BR | Pets Allowed
| FROM $1465/WEEK
| Sun-Sun
Great prices for the remainder of the summer! Check out the specials! Over $1500 savings!!!
The best of the OBX! One of the true OCEANFRONT properties on the beach with panoramic
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