Retro Staycations
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- Friendly site on a working farm five minutes' drive from Ryde
- Beaches, steam railway and ferry port within 10 minutes' drive
- Nostalgia-inspired traditional site with farm shop and animals to meet
Site type
50
50
50
2
6
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.- At least one of the party members must be aged 21 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).
- Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
- Guests must bring their own duvets, pillows, sheets and towels when staying in rental accommodation. You will not be allowed to stay if you do not bring these items.
- Reception is unmanned after 6 p.m.. Please inform the site while on your way there should you expect to arrive after this time, so that the team can provide information about your unit/pitch.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Fri 3 Apr to
Pitch types & availability
16 
Reviews
96% would recommend this site to a friend
96% would stay here again
What customers say
This campsite offers a friendly and relaxed atmosphere with spacious pitches, ideal for children and traditional camping. Guests praise the helpful owners, convenient location near Ryde, and the availability of amenities like a fridge/freezer and fire pit. While the site is generally well-maintained and clean, some guests noted that the toilet and shower facilities were small and that additional showers were being installed. The site also features a useful farm shop.
Summary AI-generated from Pitchup.com customer reviews.
Last updated 23/06/2026
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Sarah is a great hostess! A lovely place to enjoy camping!
Non-electric grass pitch
Liked Nice toilets, nice shower, everything was fine!
Disliked I didn't find anything negative
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Great weather we were lucky
Electric grass pitch
Liked All of it was fantastic to relax before the festival and after to refresh and think of our memories before coming home will definitely go again to just camp and take the dogs x thank you x
Disliked Nothing to dislike
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From the manager: We’re delighted to hear you had such a fantastic and relaxing experience, and I hope both you and your daughter enjoyed celebrating your birthdays with us whilst recovering from the busy Isle of Wight Festival weekend. Your kind words motivate us to continue striving for excellence. We’d love to welcome you and your dogs again in the future!
Was lovely had everything we needed…
Non-electric grass pitch
Liked Was lovely had everything we needed
Disliked Nothing
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From the manager: We're thrilled to hear that you found everything you needed and had a lovely experience. Thank you for sharing your thoughts!
Great campsite
Non-electric grass pitch
Liked Really lovely campsite. Very friendly and quiet. A lovely big field with views over a meadow
Farm shop on site
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From the manager: Thank you for your positive feedback! It's wonderful to hear that you enjoyed the campsite and the peaceful environment. We're glad you appreciated the amenities and found the field and views enjoyable. It was a pleasure to meet you both on either side of the Isle of Wight Festival weekend, and we look forward to welcoming you back in the very near future.
A good family destination go on…
Electric grass pitch
Liked A good family destination go on and
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Very helpful owner. close to Ryde…
Electric grass pitch
Liked Very helpful owner. close to Ryde
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From the manager: Thank you for your feedback! We’re thrilled to hear you had a positive experience. Being conveniently located to both the town, beach and ferry ports is something we’re proud of. Don’t hesitate to let us know if there’s anything else we can assist you with in the future.
Awesome!…
Electric grass pitch
Liked Awesome!
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From the manager: Thank you for your kind words! We're glad to hear you had a positive experience. Please do come back and see us again soon!
Amazing, friendly well maintained. Has spares…
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Anonymous Camping pod
Liked Amazing, friendly well maintained. Has spares of items if need be!
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From the manager: Thank you for your kind words! We're delighted to know you found our service amazing and the site well-maintained, and appreciated the availability of spare items. Your satisfaction is our priority, and it's great to hear such positive feedback! Please do visit us again soon.
Lovely quiet spot with clean facilities…
Anonymous Electric grass pitch
Liked Lovely quiet spot with clean facilities and new showers on the way. The owners could not have been more friendly and welcoming. Would recommend the site to others wanting a quiet spot to unwind.
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From the manager: Thank you for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the peaceful atmosphere and our clean facilities. We're looking forward to unveiling the new showers soon—it's great to know you appreciated our efforts. We hope to welcome you back in the future!
Brilliant accomodation
Camping pod
Liked Spacious, warm and cosy. Toilets and shower were very clean and tidy. Plenty of grounds for the kids to play.
Disliked Perhaps they should hire out camping equipment.
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From the manager: We are delighted you enjoyed the spacious and cosy environment and appreciated the cleanliness of the facilities. Your suggestion regarding equipment rental is valuable, and whilst most people bring their own, we will consider it for future plans. If there is anything else we can do to enhance your experience, please let us know. Many thanks for staying with us!
Features
Dogs allowed
Campfires allowed
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 Local produce Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
D. of E. welcome Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Peaceful Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradiseUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Shop nearbyType
Farm Large (51-200 pitches)Accessibility
Accessible parking at pitch Level site, no steep slopesNearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Mountain biking nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Surf school nearby Tennis nearby Watersports nearbyTouring and motorhomes
Water hook-up points for tourersLocation
Retro Staycations
Hazlegrove Farm
Ashey Road
Ryde
Isle Of Wight
England
PO33 4BD
Directions Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
50.70536°N
1.16717°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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ryde | 1.9 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
| Seagrove | 2.7 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Good | Good |
| St Helens | 3 mi | Estuary | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Yaverland | 3.4 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Good |
| Sandown | 3.6 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Isle of Wight Steam Railway 2.1 mi
Dinosaur Isle 3.4 mi
Osborne House 5.6 mi
Royal Navy Submarine Museum 6.1 mi
Carisbrooke Castle 6.5 mi
National Trust
Bembridge Windmill 3.4 mi
Newtown Old Town Hall 10.4 mi
Brighstone Shop and Museum 10.9 mi
Mottistone Manor Garden 11.7 mi
The Needles Old Battery and New Battery 18.2 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
NUNWELL 1.5 mi
BRADING MARSHES (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 31/03/2006) 2.6 mi
Bembridge - Whitecliff 3.3 mi
Mary Rose 4.9 mi
OSBORNE 5.3 mi
Local events
- Wickham Festival (Thursday, 30 July 2026 – Thursday, 30 July 2026)
Fareham, Hampshire 13.7 mi
- Southampton Boat Show (Friday, 18 September 2026 – Friday, 18 September 2026)
Southampton, Hampshire 17.1 mi
- New Forest and Hampshire County Show (Tuesday, 28 July 2026 – Tuesday, 28 July 2026)
Brockenhurst, Hampshire 20.3 mi
- Goodwood Festival of Speed (Thursday, 9 July 2026 – Thursday, 9 July 2026)
Chichester, West Sussex 21.9 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 Retro Staycations have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Retro Staycations dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Retro Staycations? Hitting the beach is a top priority for lots of Isle of Wight visitors, and you’ll certainly be able to do that from here, whether you stay local for the sands of … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Retro Staycations?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 1 p.m. – 10 p.m. Depart by: 12 p.m. On-site accommodation Arrive: 1 p.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: 12 p.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Retro Staycations? From £16 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.