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
Camping at its most traditional… and in a peaceful spot tucked away on a family-run working farm in the Isle of Wight. Retro Staycations, a few minutes’ drive from Ryde, is a place that’s been heavily influenced by nostalgic holiday vibes and makes a fine place to stay with family, friends, your partner, your dog – whoever wants to tag along, really. As the site is part of a farm, there are plenty of cute animals to make friends with while you’re here – look out for sheep, pigs and cows in the neighbouring fields and wildlife including rabbits and red squirrels. The accommodation areas are within a pretty meadow that’s got heaps of space and lovely views over the surrounding downs area. In keeping with the retro vibe, facilities here have been kept on the simple side – guests have access to a toilet block with toilets and showers (and heating, for a nice modern boost), washing-up sinks and a chemical disposal point. A farm shop on site sells local produce (eggs, milk, veg and local meat), and of course you’ll be allowed to light a barbecue or off-ground firepit to help you cook your meals and keep warm. Nearby Ryde is your closest hub for shops and places to eat, and it’s also a popular resort with sandy beaches and some smart Georgian and Victorian architecture. Handily, it’s also one of the island’s ferry ports; ask in advance and the site can provide you with details of discounted ferry travel for guests.

Site type

Travel trailer sites 50
RV sites 50
Tent sites 50
Lodges, cabins, pods or huts 2
Mobile homes for rent 6
Open now
Opens April 3
Please note
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • The park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Breed-specific legislation (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
  • Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
  • Reception is unmanned after 6 p.m.. Please inform the park while on your way there should you expect to arrive after this time, so that the team can provide information about your unit/pitch.
  • At least one of the party members must be aged 21 or over.
  • 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.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Fri, Apr 3 to

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Pitch types & availability

Accommodation

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2 adults
0 children
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Reviews

9.4

Overall rating from 58 Pitchup.com customers

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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
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Peaceful

97% would recommend this site to a friend

97% would stay here again

What customers say

A welcoming, well-kept site for a peaceful getaway. Praised for staff, farm shop, and fire pit. Showers noted as small, but new ones are coming. Good for exploring.

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Anonymous

Primitive grass campsite

Liked We loved it

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great site, excellent base for exploring the area

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 Nadine M. 2 reviews

Primitive grass campsite

Liked Great site, everything you needed,Emma the toilet cleaning queen is a jewel in your crown, so cheerful, and informative on local area, lots of little extras we weren't expecting, communal area with firepit, TV, reading corner

Disliked We had to leave

Recommend to friends Visit again

Had a great stay

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Sarah R. 7 reviews

Primitive grass campsite

Liked A lovely quiet and peaceful campsite, friendly, welcoming staff and affordable. Ideal for recent weekend to attend IOW Pride and squash tournament. Will use again

Disliked Showers were abit small on space

Recommend to friends Visit again

Everything. Perfect spot for our 3…

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Kirstie J. 1 review

Primitive grass campsite

Liked Everything. Perfect spot for our 3 night trip. As a solo traveller it can sometimes be daunting booking a pitch but I couldn’t have chosen better. I asked about a shaded spot before arriving and that’s exactly what I got. I would definitely recommend and will stay again next time I visit the island.

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Really nice campsite, facilities spot on.…

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Anonymous

Primitive grass campsite

Liked Really nice campsite, facilities spot on.
Meat in the shop was beautiful.

Disliked Didn’t dislike anything about the campsite, just if intending to walk anywhere you have to go some distance on the road and it was busy with no footpaths.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great place and low cost

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James C. 3 reviews

Primitive grass campsite

Liked Lovely place and great showers

Disliked Toilets could be little bigger

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great site would use again

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Anonymous

Primitive grass campsite

Liked Really nice site. Good toilet block.

Disliked Shower temperature was very inconsistent

Recommend to friends Visit again

Large grass area to camp on.

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Nikol M. 3 reviews

Primitive grass campsite

Liked Very friendly owner. Great grass space to choose your preferred 'corner'.

Recommend to friends Visit again

If you want to go camping, then this is the best place in ryde

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 John L. 1 review

Primitive grass campsite

Liked Absolutely amazing place, facilities were clean and the owners where really friendly

Disliked Nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

One of the nicest sites we have visited for that quite get away

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Jason L. 1 review

Powered grass campsite

Liked Lovely location. Very friendly greeting.
Has everything you need at a great price

Disliked Nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

Features

Dogs allowed

Campfires allowed

Leisure on park

Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Playground Recreation room/arcade TV room Takeout Tennis Watersports

Amenities on park

Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Free wifi Grocery store Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundromat Local produce Parent & baby washroom Payphone Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome Scouts welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Hikers’ paradise Peaceful Spectacular scenery

Utilities

Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby

Type

Farm Large (51-200 sites)

Accessibility

Accessible parking at site Level campground, no steep slopes

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horseback 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 nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Water hook-up points for caravans

Location

Retro Staycations

Hazlegrove Farm

Ashey Road

Ryde

Isle Of Wight

England

PO33 4BD

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)

GPS

50.70536°N
1.16717°W

Nearest transport

Coach
10.1 km Clarence Pier
11.1 km The Hard Interchange
11.8 km City Centre South
Rail
1.1 km Smallbrook Junction Rail Station
2.2 km Ryde St Johns Road Rail Station
3.1 km Ryde Esplanade Rail Station
Ferry
3.1 km Ryde Hoverport
3.8 km Ryde Pier Head Ferry Terminal
4.4 km Fishbourne IOW Ferry Terminal
Airport
30.4 km Southampton Airport
47.6 km Bournemouth International Airport

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.

Local attractions

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 Ryde (five minutes’ drive) and Appley beach (10 minutes) or head south to Shanklin (15 minutes). The latter is also home to Wight Water, where you can try all manner of watersports including paddleboarding, kayaking and wing foiling. For more ways to find that hit of adrenaline, get some speed up at Wight Karting Go-Kart Track (five minutes) or spend the day on the rides of Blackgang Chine theme park (25 minutes). Robin Hill Adventure Park (10 minutes) has a toboggan ride and a canopy sky walk for adventurous kids, along with things like crazy golf and a maze for quieter fun. Dialling down the pace a bit, you could take a ride on the Isle of Wight Steam Railway (10 minutes) or see where Queen Victoria liked to holiday at Osborne (20 minutes). You may also like to meet more animals at Wildheart Animal Sanctuary (10 minutes), Amazon World Zoo (15 minutes) or Isle Of Wight Donkey Sanctuary (15 minutes).

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Ryde 3.1 km Sea N/AGoodGoodGood
Seagrove 4.4 km Sea N/AExcellentGoodGood
St Helens 4.9 km Estuary N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Yaverland 5.4 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentGood
Sandown 5.7 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Isle of Wight Steam Railway 3.3 km

Dinosaur Isle 5.4 km

Osborne House 9 km

Royal Navy Submarine Museum 9.8 km

Carisbrooke Castle 10.5 km

National Trust

Bembridge Windmill 5.5 km

Newtown Old Town Hall 16.7 km

Brighstone Shop and Museum 17.5 km

Mottistone Manor Garden 18.9 km

The Needles Old Battery and New Battery 29.3 km

Cycle routes

Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.

Other

NUNWELL 2.5 km

BRADING MARSHES (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 31/03/2006) 4.3 km

Bembridge - Whitecliff 5.3 km

Mary Rose 7.9 km

OSBORNE 8.5 km

Local events

  • Wickham Festival (Thursday, July 30, 2026 – Thursday, July 30, 2026)

    Fareham, England 22 km

  • Southampton Boat Show (Friday, September 18, 2026 – Friday, September 18, 2026)

    Southampton, England 27.4 km

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?
    RV, travel trailer and tent sites
    Arrive:  1 p.m. –  10 p.m.
    Depart by:  noon
    On-park accommodation
    Arrive:  1 p.m. –  8 p.m.
    Depart by:  noon
    Read more
  • How much does it cost to stay at Retro Staycations? From $30.16 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.