How Much Could My Home Earn During Ryder Cup 2029?

If you own a property in Chaska, the wider Twin Cities area or anywhere within a practical drive of Hazeltine National Golf Club, you may already be asking yourself: how much could my home earn during Ryder Cup 2029? The honest answer is that potential rental value depends on several factors including location, property size, guest capacity, available dates and overall presentation. What is clear is that a major Ryder Cup at Hazeltine is expected to generate concentrated short-term accommodation demand, and private homes can represent a genuinely attractive alternative to hotel rooms for groups of golf visitors.

What Shapes Your Home's Earning Potential?

No two properties are the same, and no single figure can represent every home in the region. The factors below tend to have the greatest influence on how much a property may be able to command during a major golf event.

• Location and drive time. Properties closest to Hazeltine National, particularly those in Chaska itself, Chanhassen (approximately 10 minutes via MN-41 and US-212) and Shakopee or Eden Prairie (approximately 15 to 20 minutes under normal traffic), are likely to generate the strongest enquiry interest. Properties in Minnetonka, Edina or Bloomington (approximately 20 to 35 minutes via I-494 under normal traffic) remain very practical. Minneapolis and Saint Paul, approximately 35 to 50 minutes depending on destination, can work well as a base for visitors who want city facilities alongside event attendance. All journey estimates are approximate normal-traffic figures; match-day access into Chaska will be materially slower and transport plans for event week have not yet been confirmed.
• Bedrooms and guest capacity. Groups of four, six, eight or more people often find that a single private home represents far better value than booking multiple hotel rooms separately. A four-bedroom home with comfortable shared living space, a full kitchen, bathrooms and parking is particularly well placed for the group travel market.
• Property condition and presentation. A clean, comfortable, well-presented home with clear photographs will attract more enquiries than an equivalent property with limited information. Expensive renovation is not necessary. Cleanliness, comfort and accurate description matter most.
• Available dates. Homeowners who make the property available for the full event week and the nights either side tend to appeal to more visitor groups. Some guests prefer to arrive a day or two early to settle in.
• Parking. Private off-street parking is a meaningful practical benefit for golf visitors, particularly for a venue like Hazeltine where groups are likely to be travelling by car.
• Outdoor space and comfort. A garden, deck or outdoor seating area adds perceived value for groups, particularly if the weather is favourable.
• Local facilities. Proximity to restaurants, grocery stores or attractive areas such as Excelsior and the Lake Minnetonka waterfront adds to the appeal of a property and can support a higher nightly rate.

Get an Estimated Rental Value as Part of the Listing Process

What Types of Property Tend to Attract Ryder Cup Visitors?

Three broad property profiles tend to perform well for major golf events at Hazeltine and the Twin Cities area.

Suburban family homes in Chaska, Chanhassen and Eden Prairie

These properties are well suited to corporate groups, families and groups of friends who want a comfortable base close to Hazeltine without the cost or complexity of a hotel block. A four-bedroom home with a kitchen, dining area, living room and two or more bathrooms covers most group needs. Parking on the drive or garage adds practical value.

Lake homes on Lake Minnetonka

Properties on or near Lake Minnetonka, including villages such as Wayzata and Excelsior, offer a distinctive setting that may appeal to premium visitor groups. The waterfront restaurants and bars in Excelsior provide an attractive evening option. Drive time to Hazeltine under normal conditions is approximately 20 to 30 minutes depending on exact location, so the commute to the event is manageable.

Minneapolis and Saint Paul condos and apartments

City-centre properties in the North Loop, Uptown or downtown Minneapolis appeal to visitors who want easy access to bars, restaurants and the wider city scene alongside their Ryder Cup attendance. Couples and smaller groups tend to suit city properties well. Drive time to Hazeltine is approximately 35 to 50 minutes under normal traffic, and match-day conditions will add to this.

Does My Property Need to Be Right Next to Hazeltine?

Not necessarily. Many visiting groups actively prefer a larger home a manageable drive from the venue over splitting their party across several separate hotel rooms near the course. What matters most to these visitors is the complete package: the number of bedrooms and bathrooms, the shared living space, parking availability, comfort, group value and the overall surroundings. A well-presented four or five-bedroom property in Minnetonka or Bloomington can be highly attractive to a group of eight people who might otherwise be paying for four hotel rooms across two separate bookings.

Properties that are further from Hazeltine should present their travel time honestly and highlight the practical benefits they offer as a group base. Excelsior, Wayzata and Bloomington each have their own appeal that can be presented as part of the stay experience rather than a compromise.

How Do Homeowners Set a Rental Price?

Pricing is ultimately the homeowner's decision. Useful considerations include the number of bedrooms and bathrooms, expected guest numbers, the number of nights available, the property's drive time to Hazeltine, parking, comfort and local facilities. Many homeowners find it helpful to think in terms of a nightly rate for the whole property rather than per person. Event-week demand may allow for nightly rates that are considerably higher than ordinary short-term rental rates in the area, but the right price depends on the individual property and its offering.

A sensible approach is to estimate a realistic price range, start your listing on Golf Event Stays and enter your property details to check whether it is broadly in line with what the platform's demand assumptions suggest, and remain open to adjusting based on enquiry response. Overpricing a property relative to its offering can reduce enquiries; underpricing leaves money on the table. Starting with a considered estimate and refining from there is a practical approach.

How to List Your Minnesota Property with Golf Event Stays

Getting your property in front of golf visitors is straightforward. The steps below cover the practical essentials.

1. Start your listing on Golf Event Stays and enter your property details to get an initial estimate of what your property may be able to achieve.
2. Decide which dates you are prepared to make the property available.
3. Confirm how many guests can stay comfortably, based on actual beds and bathroom numbers.
4. Take clear, well-lit photographs of bedrooms, bathrooms, the kitchen, living areas and any outdoor space or parking.
5. Write a straightforward description covering guest capacity, bed sizes and layout, bathrooms, parking, approximate drive time to Hazeltine and nearby local facilities.
6. Set your rental price and decide your payment structure, including the initial booking payment and whether to use a refundable security deposit.
7. Choose between the Self-Managed listing option and the Fully Managed listing option (see the comparison below).
8. Submit your property through the Golf Event Stays website. Properties are reviewed before being published.
9. Once approved and listed, your property can also be promoted through Golf Event Stays marketing channels.
10. Respond to enquiries, confirm guest details, agree terms and prepare the home for arrival.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much could my home earn during Ryder Cup 2029?

Potential rental value depends on your location, number of bedrooms, guest capacity, available dates and property condition. Start your listing on Golf Event Stays and enter your property details to get an indicative estimate based on your specific property.

There is no single figure that applies to every property. A four-bedroom suburban home in Chaska or Chanhassen with parking and good shared living space may attract very different interest to a two-bedroom Minneapolis apartment. Factors that shape potential value include drive time to Hazeltine National, the number of bedrooms and bathrooms, total guest capacity, parking, available dates, overall presentation and local facilities. The Golf Event Stays listing process lets you enter your property's details and receive an indicative estimate. These estimates are indicative only and should not be treated as guaranteed income, but they provide a useful starting point for deciding whether to list.

Does my property need to be close to Hazeltine National Golf Club to attract bookings?

No. Many visitor groups prefer a larger home a manageable drive from the venue over booking several separate hotel rooms. Space, comfort, parking and group value can matter more than proximity.

Properties in Chaska, Chanhassen and Eden Prairie are closest to Hazeltine and likely to attract strong enquiry interest. However, properties in Minnetonka, Bloomington, Edina and even Minneapolis can be very suitable depending on the visitor group. A group of eight people looking for four to five bedrooms, shared living space, a kitchen and parking may find a property 25 to 35 minutes from Hazeltine far more practical and better value than several separate hotel rooms nearer the course. Present your property's complete offering, including bedrooms, bathrooms, parking, outdoor space and proximity to local restaurants or towns, rather than focusing on distance alone.

What are the two listing options and how do they differ?

Self-Managed costs $349 as a one-time fee with 0% commission. Fully Managed costs $695 upfront plus a 15% success commission, with the upfront fee refunded when Golf Event Stays secures a rental.

Self-Managed gives you a listing on the Golf Event Stays platform for a one-time $349 fee. You manage your own enquiries, guest communication and booking process directly. There is no commission on a successful rental. Fully Managed costs $695 upfront and Golf Event Stays assists with enquiries, guest matching and booking progression. A 15% success commission on the confirmed rental value applies once a booking is confirmed. The $695 upfront fee is refunded when Golf Event Stays successfully secures a rental for your property. Both options have guests paying the homeowner directly.

Do I need to have rented my home before, or is this suitable for first-time homeowners?

First-time homeowners are welcome. The process is straightforward: list your property, describe it accurately, prepare it cleanly, confirm your guests and provide good check-in information.

Many homeowners who list with Golf Event Stays for a major golf event have never rented their property before. The Ryder Cup represents a one-off opportunity rather than a permanent accommodation business commitment. The practical steps involved, including cleaning and preparing the home, setting clear payment terms, confirming your guest group and providing check-in information, are manageable for most ordinary homeowners. Golf Event Stays provides a dedicated platform designed to help homeowners at every stage, from estimating potential rental value through to receiving enquiries.

Are the Ryder Cup 2029 dates confirmed?

The exact dates have not yet been officially confirmed. The event is expected in a broad late-September 2029 window based on prior Ryder Cup scheduling. Check rydercup.com for the official announcement.

As of the time of writing, the PGA of America has not confirmed the precise dates for the Ryder Cup 2029 at Hazeltine National Golf Club. Prior Ryder Cups have typically been held in late September, and that remains the expected window for 2029. Homeowners should verify the confirmed event dates through the official source at rydercup.com before finalising rental availability or making firm plans. Golf Event Stays event transport plans are also subject to final confirmation.

Does a rental booking through Golf Event Stays include Ryder Cup tickets?

No. Accommodation listed on Golf Event Stays does not include Ryder Cup event tickets. Guests are responsible for arranging their own tickets through authorised channels.

Golf Event Stays is an independent property-listing marketplace and is not affiliated with the PGA of America, Ryder Cup Europe or Hazeltine National Golf Club. Accommodation bookings made through the platform do not include event tickets, official hospitality or any form of event access. Homeowners should make this clear in their listings and when communicating with prospective guests. Visitors seeking Ryder Cup 2029 tickets should contact the official tournament ticket channels directly.