Nothing says post-pandemic college football season more for college football fans than hitting the road to catch favorite college football teams. Vrbo is on board, recently revealing the best fan caves – unique vacation rentals that immerse superfans in team spirit and lore.
Appetites for sports travel are soaring, according to Vrbo. In a recent press release, the travel rental company revealed that its demand for vacation homes across the country has more than doubled in several major college towns since 2019. For fans who travel in packs, Vrbo has rounded up these data to compile a list of popular privates. vacation homes that scream school spirit. Whether it’s the B1G or the SEC, the Big 12 or the Pac-12 or any other conference country, these Vrbos are ideal for families or groups of friends who are putting down roots and using them as base on game weekends.
Whether it’s Tiger Lover’s Cottage in Clemson, South Carolina, Notre Dame’s modern getaway in South Bend, or the Duck Den in Eugene, Oregon, fans can gather around screens television or use these getaways as a base for wild weekends.
The Oregon House
UOregon Blog informs us that the university adopted its first nickname, the Webfeet, as an embrace of an insult to people living in the damp, waterlogged Willamette Valley. That spirit lives on today in Eugene where “it never rains at Autzen Stadium.”
This TrackTown home is “fit for world record holders.” Inside are a wealth of Ducks memorabilia, paying homage to Eugene’s rich racing roots in addition to former Duck athletes of all persuasions.
This once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to revel in the University of Oregon’s past and present is custom-designed by current Oregon athletes, and you can say: the decor, the sports equipment that matches the lists of player reading, favorite athlete snacks, and more. meet inside. The icing on the cake ? An immersive Duck experience as a welcome gift to guests.
VA Tech Hokie House
The “hokie” native not as the name of a turkey, but as a cheer for the Gobblers in the early 20th century. The mascot’s name was finally officially changed in 1978. You can explore this tradition and more at the VA Tech Hokie House.
Charming mid-century Cape Cod combines old-school warmth with modern conveniences in the center of Blacksburg’s college community. Located a ten-minute walk from Lane Stadium and a 15-minute walk from downtown, Hokie House’s location offers a hub for Hokie game-day activity, access to urban downtown, a patio of 50 feet and two outdoor barbecues overlooking a large backyard, perfect for a touch football halftime.
Inside, it’s Hokie Heaven with games, couches and beds galore, accommodating up to ten rabid turkey fans.
Porch Sooie Pork
For those who don’t know, “Woo Pig Sooie!” is the classic joy of the University of Arkansas. Shouted at Razorback sporting events, the “hog call” is a U of A dating tradition return in the 1920s.
For pork lovers, this place can serve as Shangri-la for game day weekends. Relax with your best friends and family members on a plush sectional sofa. Sing along to the UA fight song while you watch the Razorbacks on a 75-inch smart TV. A large island and kitchen bar provide ample space for a fully equipped kitchen where pilgrims can assemble the best football setups.
Step out onto the two-story porches that offer sweeping views of the Razorback Football Stadium. Adventure awaits on campus or recreating in the backyard. At the end of the day, the massive house can accommodate 15 people, splitting them into six luxury bedrooms.
Tiger Lover’s Dream Cottage
Hardcore Clemson fans will know their cheerleaders pay tribute to IPTAY with a “Tiger Rag” on their left wrist. Meaning ‘I pay ten a year’, it is one of the oldest and most successful sports supporters in the country. organizations.
Big Tiger fans can get a glimpse in person during a pilgrimage to Clemson’s Memorial Stadium. They can wrap up the ultimate game weekend at Tiger Lover’s Dream Cottage. This quaint 500 square foot cottage features furnishings painted purple and orange to match the Clemson decor. With seating for four, this spot sports all the classic Clemson memorabilia and memorabilia fans need to immerse themselves in a great weekend in Tiger Country.
Located in the iconic Patrick Square neighborhood, restaurants like Rick Erwin’s, Joe’s New York Pizza and Sunny Side Cafe are just a few blocks away.
Modern getaway to Notre-Dame
In Rudy, the film commemorating Notre Dame football player Rudy Ruettiger, we see Notre Dame teammates exiting a legendary stairwell with their hands raised to bang the “Play Like a Champ Today” sign at the early 1970s. This is completely historically inaccurate. Instead, the sign was put up by coach Lou Holtz in 1986 to to re-establish the energy and heritage of Irish football. The motivational sign still marks one of the country’s most distinct football traditions.
Returnees to the hallowed South Bend to catch the game of champions can find comfortable confines at the Modern Notre Dame Getaway. Renovated in 2018, the home is a sprawling ranch, spanning from a sparkling open-concept kitchen and dining room, a sprawling living room to catch the game, and plenty more room to spread out. . With three bedrooms upstairs and a finished basement that offers three sofas and three additional beds, the space can accommodate up to 12 people.
Located in Wooded Estates, the getaway is just steps from the leafy, tree-lined classic campus.
Don’t see your team’s hometown listed? This is just an overview of Vrbo’s college town offerings. Whether it’s Pasadena, Madison, Orono, or Honolulu, there’s bound to be an abundance of places for your friends and family to crash on trips back to college roots.
