The Hydeaway
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- Off-grid Isle of Wight site 10 minutes’ drive from seaside Gurnard
- Osborne 20 minutes’ drive and The Needles Old Battery half an hour
- Family-friendly with direct access to coastal walks and cycling routes
Site type
3
2
4
At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.- The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. XL Bully, Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro) and/or any of the following: Staffordshire bull terrier, American Staffordshire terrier, Rottweiler, any Mastiff or Tosa.
- Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
- Group bookings of 8 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
- No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- Group bookings of 2 or more units (e.g. tent, touring caravan, motorhome or accommodation hire) travelling together are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
- There is no reception on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.
- If making a fire, the fuel, logs and coal have to be purchased on site.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Fri 20 Mar to
Pitch types & availability
4 
Non-electric grass tent pitch
4 people maximum 
Wifi at the unit/pitch Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 4.5m width × 4.5m depth (20.2m²)
Arrival daysFrom £20
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- 6
Bell tent (three person)
3 people maximum Wifi at the unit/pitch Dimensions: 13.1ft width × 13.1ft length
Arrival daysFrom £180
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Bell tent (four person)
4 people maximum Wifi at the unit/pitch Dimensions: 16.4ft width × 16.4ft length
Arrival daysFrom £200
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Reviews
100% would recommend this site to a friend
100% would stay here again
What customers say
This is a beautiful, peaceful campsite with excellent, clean facilities and very friendly, attentive owners. Guests appreciate the natural setting, quiet location, and privacy. It's ideal for a relaxed getaway and has spacious family shower facilities. A traffic mirror has been installed to address visibility concerns when exiting the site, and a past issue with cold showers has been rectified.
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Last updated 30/06/2026
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We had one of the two…
Non-electric gravel campervan pitch
Liked We had one of the two camper van pitches (non hookup). Very quiet location. Much of the site is left to nature with a lovely meadow and the grass and wild flowers left to grow between the pitches. Great shower.
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From the manager: Thank you, Steven, for taking the time to leave a review.
We're delighted that you enjoyed the peace and quiet of The Hydeaway and the wildflower meadow and natural grass areas are an important part of creating a relaxing environment for both our guests and local wildlife, so it's wonderful to hear that you appreciated them.
We're also pleased that you enjoyed the shower facilities and hope you left feeling refreshed and relaxed.
Thank you for choosing to stay with us and we look forward to meeting you again,
Best wishes,
Jan
Hosts very accommodating, fantastic views and…
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Hosts very accommodating, fantastic views and facilities. Just perfect
Disliked Nothing to dislike
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From the manager: Hi Gary,
Thank you for the lovely review, we're glad you liked our site and your photos are fabulous! We look forward to seeing you again sometime,
Jan
Beautiful site, excellent facilities and a…
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Beautiful site, excellent facilities and a very helpful and attentive owner.
Couldn’t ask for more!
Disliked Nothing. Everything was perfect!
Recommend to friends Visit again
From the manager: Thank you so much for your wonderful review. We're delighted you enjoyed your stay and that you found the campsite beautiful and the facilities excellent. It was a pleasure to welcome you, and we hope to see you again for another relaxing stay in the future. Safe travels until then!
Jan
Friendly, tidy and peaceful. Not a…
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Friendly, tidy and peaceful. Not a place for people who want hot tubs, activities, entertainment etc, but perfect if you want a nice, peaceful meadow with a pleasant view and very welcoming owner.
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From the manager: Hi! Thank you for your positive review and for choosing us. I'm glad you enjoyed the peaceful surroundings. We look forward to seeing you again,
Regards,
Jan
Highly recommend a stay, ideal for families.
Bell tent (four person)
Liked Very attentive host, the bedding provided was excellent addition and kids enjoyed playing in the open space.
An easy off the grid experience ideal for both organised and not organised camping enthusiasts.
The shower space was spacious for a family and had plenty of hot water am or pm time.
Disliked Exiting from the parking space into the main road has limited visibility
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From the manager: Hi, thank you so much for your review. I'm so glad you and the children enjoyed your stay. We have now revisited the possibility of putting a traffic mirror opposite the entrance to the site and this should be in situ in a couple of days. Thank you!
Regards,
Jan
Fab place for a relaxed, easy getaway
Bell tent (three person)
Liked Lovely little set up, small friendly and perfect for a relaxed getaway. Quiet, back to nature, friendly hosts and super clean. A perfect mix of camping/glamping on a small scale.
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From the manager: Thank you so much for you comments, also the photos which are lovely! We're happy you liked our site and enjoyed your stay, we look forward to seeing you again,
Regards
Jan
It was a pleasure to stay
Bell tent (four person)
Liked We spent two wonderful nights at this campsite and highly recommend it! The tent was perfectly clean, with very comfortable beds. We loved the welcoming touches of coffee, tea, and cookies. The setup is excellent: a private campfire spot, hot showers, and a useful kettle to use over the fire.The location is beautiful, quiet, and not overcrowded, offering plenty of privacy. Our children were absolutely delighted with the stay and loved the whole experience.The owner deserves a special mention – she is incredibly kind, welcoming, and always ready to help. It is the perfect place to relax in nature. We will definitely be back!
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From the manager: Hi!
We're so glad you enjoyed your stay and had everything you needed. Thank you for your review, it's very much appreciated. It would be a pleasure to see you again in the future,
Regards,
Jan
Had a lovely experience
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Anonymous Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked What a lovely little camp site, exclusive number of pitches, fire pits avaliable and lovely crop circles that makes the experience feel private.
Added bonus the very friendly owners!
Disliked Showers were cold!
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From the manager: Hi, thank you for your kind review. I'm so sorry the shower was cold for you, we have rectified the problem now. We would love to welcome you another time if you visit our island again,
Jan
Was perfect as an overnight stop backpacking on the coast path
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Shower... well equipped and sheltered, but still felt like it was outside (in a good way).
The view across the valley was great.
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From the manager: Hi again Andy, thank you for giving us a review. We're so glad you liked the shower and, of course, the view. Hope to see you again soon,
Regards,
Jan
Basic, well presented small site
Non-electric gravel campervan pitch
Liked On arrival the owner was there to give us a warm welcome and show us about. The site is very new, so facilities even though basic are well presented, clean and tidy.
The site was perfect for our one night stop over
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From the manager: Thank you for your kind review. I hope you enjoyed seeing more of our lovely island and look forward to seeing you again, Jan
Features
Leisure on site
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis WatersportsAmenities on site
Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Peaceful Walkers' paradiseUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearbyType
Tiny (1-10 pitches)Accessibility
Bathrooms: Large spacious shower Uneven terrain; gravel or loose mudNearby leisure
Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearbyTouring and motorhomes
Seasonal pitchesLocation
The Hydeaway
Rew Street
Gurnard
Cowes
Isle Of Wight
England
PO31 8NW
Directions Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
50.7431°N
1.33365°W
Nearest transport
Coach
Rail
Ferry
AirportPlease note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
Local attractions
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gurnard | 1.3 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Cowes | 2 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Excellent |
| Lepe | 3 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Calshot | 4.6 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Hillhead | 6.8 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Osborne House 2.8 mi
Carisbrooke Castle 3.9 mi
Isle of Wight Steam Railway 5.8 mi
Beaulieu National Motor Museum 7.6 mi
Isle of Wight Pearl 8.2 mi
National Trust
Newtown Old Town Hall 3.7 mi
Brighstone Shop and Museum 7.4 mi
Mottistone Manor Garden 7.5 mi
Bembridge Windmill 11.2 mi
The Needles Old Battery and New Battery 12 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Lepe and The Solent Coastline – New Forest 3 mi
NORRIS CASTLE 3 mi
OSBORNE 3.2 mi
Newport - River Medina - Cowes - Newport 3.3 mi
Newport Town 3.5 mi
Local events
- Southampton Boat Show (Friday, 18 September 2026 – Friday, 18 September 2026)
Southampton, Hampshire 11.3 mi
- New Forest and Hampshire County Show (Tuesday, 28 July 2026 – Tuesday, 28 July 2026)
Brockenhurst, Hampshire 12.7 mi
- Wickham Festival (Thursday, 30 July 2026 – Thursday, 30 July 2026)
Fareham, Hampshire 12.7 mi
- Goodwood Festival of Speed (Thursday, 9 July 2026 – Thursday, 9 July 2026)
Chichester, West Sussex 27.4 mi
Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
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Frequently asked questions
- Does The Hydeaway have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is The Hydeaway dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near The Hydeaway? The Isle of Wight is a haven for outdoor lovers, with miles of walks through Parkhurst Forest (five minutes’ drive), plus seaside hikes and bracing clifftop rambles. Keep an eye out for … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of The Hydeaway?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 3 p.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: 10 a.m. On-site accommodation Arrive: 3 p.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: 10 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at The Hydeaway? From £20 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.