Isle of Man Homeowners can now register for the 2017 Isle of Man TT Homestay scheme.

The Isle of Man Homestay Scheme offers a comfortable and affordable accommodation option for visitors to the Island, providing an opportunity to stay in a friendly home, with a local family and experience life in the Isle of Man.

Isle of Man TT Homestay is needed to meet the high demand for beds during the Isle of Man TT, Classic TT and Manx Grand Prix periods.

Early signs show that demand is already high, island homeowners are encouraged to register sooner rather than later. There is always more demand around this time of year, rather than after the Christmas period as visitors are keen to get everything booked for their trip.

The registration fee will continue to be the same as the past two years at ?15 for any re-registrations or ?25 for new registrations. For any homeowners looking to register properties for the 3 year period, it will cost ?30 for a re-registration which means one free year, and ?45 for any new registrations.

Homestay can be registered as a bed and breakfast or self-catering basis property.

To register your property or for more information, visit the websitewww.iomttbreaks.com/homestay or contact Regency Travel by emailing homestay@iomttbreaks.com.

The scheme is operated by Regency Travel on behalf of the Isle of Man Government.

Photo courtesy of Ron Strathdee.