Limerick homeowners attempt to cash in amid ‘record-breaking' Ryder Cup demand
'That was a fully detached home about 25 minutes from the venue,' said Mr Higgins.
Accommodation For The Event has been operating for over a decade, supporting Ryder Cup tournaments globally, including the upcoming 2025 event in New York.
'We pretty much dominate space internationally,' said Mr Higgins. 'Even pro golfers contact the office and Matt Fitzpatrick's company was on to us looking to book a property.'
Some high-end homes have been listed at striking rates.
One property in Clarina has been listed for €85,000.
Still, the platform takes a measured approach to pricing oversight. 'If a property is uploaded above market value, we reach out to the homeowner and ask why,' said Mr Higgins.
'But we can't dictate the price. It's their home and they might include extras like airport transfers or food.'
For the Clarina property, the large 5-bed home can sleep over 10 people. Included in the price is a large outdoor sitting area and transport to and from Adare Manor.
According to Mr Higgins, listings undergo a review process within 24 hours, and homeowners must pay a registration fee, currently priced at €395, to activate their listing.
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'There's a lot of work that goes into the security,' he explained. 'Payments are linked to credit or debit cards, and we verify every listing with a call.'
The no-commission platform offers protections for both parties, including spam-filtered inquiry forms.
'The whole process is designed to protect the families and website users,' Mr Higgins added.
Security is expected to tighten tremendously around Adare for the event.
'At the K Club Ryder Cup, people within a two-mile radius needed photo ID just to access their homes,' he recalled.
Homes are for rent in Tipperary, Clare, Galway, and further afield.
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