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Town of Nags Head, NC the history and Mystique
The name Nags Head has long been synonymous with the entire Outer Banks for years. Early vacationers referenced the entire outer banks as "Nags Head". Whether you were going to Kitty Hawk, Kill Devil Hills or Nags Head, you would tell folks you were heading to Nags Head.
This beach town was the very first vacation spot on the beach, it was originally settled as summer residences for many of the wealthy landowners, farmers, lawyers and doctors from nearby towns in Easter North Carolina. Towns like Edenton, Elizabeth City, Hertford, Williamston, Windsor, etc. In the early days the only way to get to the Outer Banks beach houses was by ferry from Elizabeth CIty, later on the the Wright Memorial bridge was built to ease travel. That bridge was a two lane and it was made of wood and stretched from Currituck County to what is now Kitty Hawk.
The early beach goers built beautiful cedar shake beach homes and cottages on the ocean and sound front. Many of those historic homes are still on the beach and you can tell by the dark cedar shakes and wrapping porches. Many are scattered and located across from Jockeys Ridge Sand dune.
The area is rich in history with many tales of pirates and their plundering of ships just off shore on the shallow shoals of the beach. History says that the pirates would lash a lantern around the neck of a horse (Nag) and walk the beach, while ships offshore would mistake the light for a lighthouse on the horizon. When the ships would come into the shallow waters it was too late, the pirates would take the vessel and the riches aboard. Rumor has it that Black Beard buried treasure and lost it under the shifting sands of Jockey ridge (largest living sand dune on the east coast).
Nags head is known for the beautiful beaches, incredible sunsets, great restaurants and shopping. It is also the closest town to the offshore fishing grounds of Oregon Inlet and Pirates Cove Marina. The town borders the Hatteras National Seashore to the South and the Town of Kill Devil Hills to the North.
This is a great place to own a beach house for both primary use, second home or vacation rental. Nags Head is still very popular with many of the several million visitors that come to the OBX each year.
Let us know how we can help you find your special place in Nags Head.
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Come check out this OCEANFRONT motel that has been owned and operated since 1969 on the beach road at 16 mile post. Both motel buildings completely reroofed with 30 year ...
Listing courtesy of Shore Realty.
With its impeccable style, amenities and expansive oceanfront lawn, Sweet Carolina has a style all its own. Featured in the 2017 Parade of Homes, this luxurious home fea...
- 9 Beds
- 12 Baths
Listing courtesy of Saga Realty & Construction.
Beautiful Oceanfront Estate in the heart of Old Nags Head! Situated on a large Oceanfront lot, beautifully built with an array of great amenities and strong rental income...
- 8 Beds
- 10 Baths
Listing courtesy of Four Seasons Realty.
EXQUISITE, ELEGANT, MAGNIFICENT, STUNNING, GRAND, and all the other raving adjectives you can recite only begin to describe this stately home. Every inch of this 6,476 sq...
- 8 Beds
- 10 Baths
Listing courtesy of Eillu, Llc.
Beacon Shores is a unique, ocean front community located in Nags Head, NC with picturesque views of the beautiful Outer Banks beaches. Each home offers a “private resort ...
- 9 Beds
- 11 Baths
Listing courtesy of Brindley Beach Vacations & Sales - Kh.
Beacon Shores is a unique, ocean front community located in Nags Head, NC with picturesque views of the beautiful Outer Banks beaches. Each home offers a “private resort ...
- 9 Beds
- 11 Baths
Listing courtesy of Brindley Beach Vacations & Sales - Kh.
Over $176+K to date with more to come in Rental Income! Beautiful Ocean Front Home in South Nags Head with Elevator - One of a Kind in Location with outstanding views of ...
- 8 Beds
- 10 Baths
Listing courtesy of Shoreline Obx.
Wright Play offers a twist on classic modern style and is destined to become a favorite with its oceanfront location. After seeing this ultimately exceptional Nags Head ...
- 8 Beds
- 9 Baths
Listing courtesy of Saga Realty & Construction.
THE NUMBERS LOOK REALLY GOOD ON THIS OCEANFRONT INVESTMENT HOME OVER $220K IN RENTALS FOR 2016 AND 2017. 2018 Pre-Bookings over $216,000 See Associated Docs! 2015 IMPROVE...
- 8 Beds
- 10 Baths
Listing courtesy of Carolina Designs Realty.
"GO LARGE OR STAY AT HOME" 100 WIDE OCEANFRONT LOT!! 8 BEDROOM OCEANFRONT ON LARGE LOT WITH "ELEVATOR". THIS COMPLETELY REMODELED UNIQUE OCEANFRONT WILL SURPRISE YO...
- 8 Beds
- 8 Baths
Listing courtesy of Sun Realty - Kdh.
Superior unrivaled TRULY well maintained Oceanfront home on large 75' wide lot located in a premier location in the prestigious Duneridge Community of The Village at Nags...
- 5 Beds
- 6 Baths
Listing courtesy of Beach Realty & Constr - Duck.
SIMPLY AN AMAZING HOME! A classic Nags Head style oceanfront in the heart of Nags Head. You will absolutely love the 3,400 sq.ft of wraparound decks...the oceanside deck ...
- 6 Beds
- 6 Baths
Listing courtesy of Howard Hanna Real Estate Services.
Fabulous investment home, well designed with gorgeous ocean views from every level. Top level~ Open kitchen has granite counter tops and stainless steel appliances, dinin...
- 10 Beds
- 9 Baths
Listing courtesy of Soles Realty Obx.
As an Owner, what's better than your own pool? A huge Association Pool within an easy walking distance just one lot away! Checkout the photo showing how close it is. Now ...
- 7 Beds
- 5 Baths
Listing courtesy of Coldwell Banker-Seaside Realty - Kdh.
This Custom Built Oceanfront, Old Nags Head style home features the best in Design and Construction. With spectacular Ocean Views and Warm Wood Finishes you and your gue...
- 7 Beds
- 6 Baths
Listing courtesy of Watersedge Realty.
Are you looking for the perfect investment property on the Outer Banks? Well here it is, just take a look! You can watch the sunrise and enjoy the Atlantic Ocean views th...
- 8 Beds
- 10 Baths
Listing courtesy of Elan Real Estate.
Beautiful oceanfront home on a wide lot with 75' of beach frontage. Loaded with features including an oceanfront private pool and hot tub, private beach walkway and dune-...
- 8 Beds
- 7 Baths
Listing courtesy of Four Seasons Realty.
CLASSIC NAGS HEAD OUTER BANKS STYLE showcases this 4000 sq ft modern, updated beautiful home. Open concept living in a reverse floor plan provides sweeping ocean views fr...
- 5 Beds
- 5 Baths
Listing courtesy of Village Realty Holdings, Llc - Nh.
Beautiful Oceanfront Home in the heart of the Village of Nags Head! 7 bedrooms, 2 living areas, private pool and private walkway to the Atlantic Ocean. Huge Open great r...
- 7 Beds
- 5 Baths
Listing courtesy of Century 21 Nachman Realty.
One of the premiere properties in Nags Head is now available FOR SALE! This semi-oceanfront rental machine is now on the market and available to show on Sunday's during ...
- 8 Beds
- 9 Baths
Listing courtesy of Resort Realty - Nh.
Oceanfront, 8 bedroom with 6.5 baths. Outstanding rental performance. Elevator, 5 master suites, gameroom, large oceanfront pool, hot tub, private oceanfront ...
- 8 Beds
- 7 Baths
Listing courtesy of Resort Realty - Cor.
Welcome to Nags Head! This area is one of the most sought after places to vacation because of it being centrally located and rich with history. There's nothing better tha...
- 6 Beds
- 5 Baths
Listing courtesy of Joe Lamb, Jr & Associates.
One of the most sought after locations in all of South Nags Head with a highly vegetated stable dune for extra protection from Nor'easters. Located along a 4 mile stretch...
- 10 Beds
- 9 Baths
Listing courtesy of Coldwell Banker-Seaside Realty - Kdh.
An Oceanfront Jewel in the Making Priced to Sell! This second home has one of the strongest, well vegetated, secure dune lines on the beach. The reverse floor plan offers...
- 6 Beds
- 5 Baths
Listing courtesy of Village Realty Holdings, Llc - Nh.
"Ridge Retreat" lies nestled among the unpainted aristocracy cottages in the historic Old Nags Head district. It was built in 1979 to reflect iconic features including w...
- 5 Beds
- 4 Baths
Listing courtesy of Sun Realty - Kdh.