Vista Colony Homes, Houses & Beach Houses For Sale

Welcome to the Captain Cottage | 224 Lost Colony Drive, Nags Head This newly built coastal cottage is tucked into the west side of Nags Head in the sought-after Vista Colony neighborhood—a community that truly offers the best of both worlds. From here, you're a short 4-minute walk to the Nags Head Town Park Trailhead, the gateway to some of the most scenic hiking trails on the Outer Banks. This 1.5-mile out-and-back route winds through the untouched beauty of the Nags Head Woods Preserve, all the way to the Albemarle Sound. It’s perfect for morning walks, trail runs, or peaceful nature strolls. And when you're ready to hit the beach, it's just a 14-minute walk (0.6 miles) via Barnes Street, with safe crossing at a stoplight and pedestrian crosswalk. Vista Colony residents also enjoy convenient access to some of the best public beach parking in the Outer Banks—17 spaces at Barnes Street alone, plus nearby options that make beach days a breeze. Inside, the Captain Cottage, designed by Florez Designs and built by SimpleSide Construction, is a classic three-level home filled with thoughtful upgrades and beach-inspired design. Ground Level: An oversized recreation room with mini bar opens directly to the backyard—ideal for entertaining. This level also includes a private bedroom and full bath, perfect as an income-producing Airbnb suite, guest quarters, or flex space. Main Level: The heart of the home features an open-concept kitchen and living space with an extended island, loads of natural light, and room to gather. The primary suite is tucked away on this floor with a spa-like ensuite bath—complete with a standalone soaking tub, fluted tile accents, and calming finishes inspired by the natural world. You’ll also find a half bath, entry foyer, and central laundry closet with stackable washer/dryer. Top Level: Upstairs are two large guest bedrooms that share a Jack-and-Jill bath, each with generous closet space and oversized windows. One even features a built-in bench, the perfect cozy reading nook. Professionally furnished by Site to Sea, this home is sold with a furniture package and fully decorated and move-in ready—a modern cottage retreat that blends indoor comfort with the outdoor lifestyle the Outer Banks is known for. Ready for immediate enjoyment or summer rental income, this is your opportunity to own a thoughtfully crafted home in one of Nags Head’s most beloved neighborhoods.

Tucked in the heart of Nags Head this newly built home awaits its loving owner. Designed by Seaswept Designs this home offers wonderful options for a primary, secondary or investment home. Built by contractor Skip Jones of Sea Country Homes and built with attention to detail. Skip has an outstanding history of building quality homes on the Outer Banks. This four bedroom with three full baths has great layout for multi-generational or additional lockout space for guests or other family members to have their own getaway. Walk up one flight of stairs to a covered porch to hang out in rocking chairs or a hammock. The porch is wide for gathering and has plenty of space to enjoy the breeze blowing and offering protection from the hot sun after a long day on the beach. Enter at the front door to this open living concept that has a spacious living, dining and gorgeous Cozy Kitchen designed kitchen with cathedral ceilings. The kitchen offers white cabinets and quartz countertops finished with a ceramic back splash and stainless GE appliances. Kitchen is finished with gorgeous lighting to accent any meal or special occasion. The cook can enjoy the whole family as they prepare a seafood dinner with plenty of gathering room. To further compliment the home LVP flooring throughout with coordinating gray hardwood stairway that leads to the downstairs entry hallway at ground with the fourth bedroom (ensuite) with an additional den plus kitchenette. This space can access through a private door separately from the main entrance and has the ability to lockout the space from the upper part of the home. The complete interior is finished with white trim detailed throughout the home. Pella windows throughout for viewing the lovely outdoors that surround the home. Hallway bath compliments the two bedrooms. Ensuite has walk in closet with beautiful bathroom with ceramic shower and vanity. Ensuite has access to the back private deck for some southern exposure. Property has bulkhead between the two property lines. Plenty of space underneath to add a hot tub or use for hanging out for a cookout. Large outdoor shower after a long day on the beach. Move in ready without any sweat labor. This home is delightful! Nearby is so many fun things to do from the park on Barnes Street an easy walk for some afternoon fun. THE YMCA is also within walking distance. Don't forget the fun outings at Dowdy Park. Most of all the beach access at the end of Barnes Street has parking and showers. That makes it a great place in the heart of Nags Head. Home is located within a minute to the Nags Head Elementary School and about 10 minutes from First Flight High School . Taxes are for Dare Cty $344.83 and Nags Head $284.14 For Land Value Only