Ryder Cup Accommodation FAQ

Below is a list of our most frequently asked questions.

Ryder Cup Dates & Venues

Q: Where and when is Ryder Cup 2008 taking place?
A: The Ryder Cup 2008 will take place at Valhalla Golf Club, Louisville, Kentucky, USA. The event will take place between Tuesday 16th and Sunday 21st September 2008.

Q: Where and when is Ryder Cup 2010 taking place?
A: The Ryder Cup 2010 will take place at Celtic Manor, Wales. The event will take place between 27th September and 3rd October 2010.

Ryder Cup Accommodation

Q: Are accommodation prices for one week or two?
A: The prices listed are for a stay of up to one week unless the owner has specified differently. Remember many home owners will be happy to negotiate a price and will be flexible with the amount of days you wish to stay.

Renting my House for the Ryder Cup

Q: What does it cost to advertise my house on Accommodation for The Event?
A: See our Ryder Cup House Rental page for advertising details and prices.

Q: Do you take a commission on properties rented?
A: No, we charge a once off fee to advertise your house.

Q: Do I need to be situated near the event to rent my house?
A: If your house is within 90 minutes drive you should be fine, the closer your house is to the Ryder Cup the greater it's desirability will be.

Q: Asking price - How much should I charge?
A: When setting an asking price take the following factors into account. The number of bedrooms (how many people you can accommodate), how close the property is to the Ryder Cup, how private the location is (ie. detached, semi-detached, private land) and how much are similar houses in your location asking for. If you are unsure on an asking price please contact us and we will provide you with assistance.

Q: When should I start advertising my house?
A: We are now accepting listings for the Ryder Cup 2008 and the Ryder Cup 2010 events. Obviously the earlier you advertise your property the better.

Q: How do I make a payment to list my house?
A: Payment can be made by credit card or cheque.

Q: How long will my house be listed?
A: All properties are listed until the end of their respective Ryder Cup event dates.

Q: Can I modify my listing?
A: Yes you can modify your listing at any time at no extra charge.

Q: What are the benefits of advertising on AccommodationforTheEvent.com?
A: AccommodationforTtheEvent.com is dedicated to advertising and promoting accommodation for large events including the Ryder Cup. In the exciting build up to Ryder Cup 2006 our site received over 150,000 hits in one month alone. Our site continues to attract thousands of golfing enthusiasts from around the world and provides them with easy access to available accommodation for upcoming Ryder Cup events. See Ryder Cup accommodation 2006 for more information.

Q: What do I need to do to prepare my house?
A: Try to keep your house contents and furnishings to a minimum. Remove any personal items, clothing, cash etc. and provide the basic furnishings and appliances. For example beds, wardrobes, tables, chairs, TV, phone, kitchen appliances and utensils. Extra comforts like cable TV and broadband Internet access will increase the desirability of your house.

Q: How are enquires to my listing handled?
A: We encourage people to list their name and phone number so they can be contacted directly by interested guests. We also provide an online form with your listing for people who wish to contact you via email. Enquiries made via the form are emailed directly to your email account.

Q: How should I handle booking enquiries?
A: It's up to the home owner to handle their own booking enquiries and transactions. As a guideline we suggest you ask for a non-refundable booking deposit. You can then provide your full address details and other arrangements after receiving the deposit.

Rent your house for the Ryder Cup