Unless you’ve been buried under mounds of blankets watching Netflix and eating peanut butter blossoms for the past few weeks, you know that Super Bowl LII is coming to Minneapolis in a month. Civic leaders and event planners are really, really pumped along with a select group of homeowners who have listed their properties to rent to some of the projected one million visitors heading our way for the big game and related festivities. This is the regular Joe’s opportunity to cash in on the event and many are doing just that.
Like splurging on a luxury hotel on vacation, many Super Bowl visitors want the comfort and amenities of a well-appointed and/or conveniently located home, and are willing to pay for it. Many come early in the week to enjoy events leading up to the game and spend time exploring the city. Here are a few local homes listed on HomeAway/VRBO that are still available in the luxury range of $5,000-$9,000 per night. And if you’re still considering renting out your home, it’s not too late although you need to consider a few things. But don’t wait, rentals are booking fast.
For $9,000 per night you can stay in this 8,000-square-foot bright, contemporary double geodesic home. It has 6BRs, 4 1/2 BAs, a fitness room, indoor putting green, bouncy castle, mini stage and two kitchens which make it a good choice for bigger groups with kids. The owners are also throwing in a chef who will cook a nightly meal and a personal trainer/yoga...