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

Tent sites 30
Caravan sites 30
Motorhome sites 30
Lodges, cabins, pods or huts 2
Caravans for hire 3
Open now
Opens 4 April
Please note
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • The campground/park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dog Act (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 campground while on your way there should you expect to arrive after this time so that the team can provide information about your unit/site.
  • 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, 4 Apr to

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Pitch types & availability

Accommodation

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2 adults
0 children
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Reviews

8.9

Overall rating from 15 Pitchup.com customers

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Facilities / Activities
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Customer service
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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
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Wifi
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93% would recommend this site to a friend

93% would stay here again

What customers say

A peaceful rural spot with lots of room for kids. Handy farm shop, warm welcome from the owner. Basic, clean facilities at a good price. Great for walks and cycles. Some want a baby change and more washing-up space.

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Lovely and peaceful, spacious and relaxed.…

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Anonymous

Powered grass site

Liked Lovely and peaceful, spacious and relaxed. Loved the lights that came on around the pitches at night. Made it very atmospheric.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Excellent site with clean facilities, friendly staff and level pitches

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Adam F.

Powered grass site

Liked Fantastic
Lovely friendly staff
Great little farm shop
Highly recommend

Recommend to friends Visit again

Owner Sarah was lovely just alowed us to crack on and enjoy our stay.

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Garfield P.

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Liked Freedom, area is nice, well laid out and plenty of space per pitch. Clean and well kept.

Disliked Not really a dislike at all but more of an opinion - lights are lovely for the evening however maybe should be on a timer to shut off at midnight as the glare inside the tent can’t be annoying but this wasn’t a problem at all for us. However could have been if my youngest work up and thought it was morning already. But really pretty anyhow!

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Okay for the money.

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Anonymous

Unpowered grass site

Liked Lots of space, close to town.

Disliked Not enough toilets. Cold washing up water.

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Absolutely fantastic…

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Anonymous

Powered grass site

Liked Absolutely fantastic

Disliked Absolutely nothing

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Cheap and cheerful.

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Anonymous

Unpowered grass site

Liked Cheap, nice site. Quiet.

Disliked Toilets not the cleanest but adequate.

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The location, the owners and the…

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Charlotte B.

Powered grass site

Liked The location, the owners and the other campers.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Clean, reliable facilities Hot water Staff…

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Kasia K.

Unpowered grass site

Liked Clean, reliable facilities
Hot water
Staff friendliness
Level pitches

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Open field that didn't get busy…

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Emma P.

Unpowered grass site

Liked Open field that didn't get busy at all. Beautiful sunset. Quiet location. Friendly hostess.

Disliked Slightly uneven so need to pitch tent/park van with that in mind so you're not sleeping downhill!

Only 1 shower so has the potential to have a bit of a queue

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Staff friendly and welcoming and site…

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Anonymous

Powered grass site

Liked Staff friendly and welcoming and site generally good

Recommend to friends Visit again

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 Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundry Local produce Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

D. of E. welcome Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

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

Themes

Peaceful Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise

Utilities

Charging facilities Dump point Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby

Type

Farm Medium (26-50 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 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 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

Attractions and activities nearby include: - Ryde (beach, ferries and Isle of Wight Coach and Bus Museum): five minutes’ drive - Wight Karting Go-Kart Track: five minutes - Isle of Wight Steam Railway - Havenstreet Station: 10 minutes - Appley beach: 10 minutes - Wildheart Animal Sanctuary: 10 minutes - Robin Hill (country park with family activities): 10 minutes - Amazon World Zoo: 15 minutes - Isle Of Wight Donkey Sanctuary: 15 minutes - Osborne (Queen Victoria’s holiday palace): 20 minutes - Wight Water (watersports): 20 minutes - Blackgang Chine amusement park: 25 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

  • Arundel Festival (Saturday, 16 August 2025 – Saturday, 16 August 2025)

    Arundel, England 46.1 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? Attractions and activities nearby include: - Ryde (beach, ferries and Isle of Wight Coach and Bus Museum): five minutes’ drive - Wight Karting Go-Kart Track: five minutes - Isle of Wight Steam … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Retro Staycations?
    Camping and caravan
    Arrive:  1 p.m. –  10 p.m.
    Depart by:  noon
    On-site accommodation
    Arrive:  1 p.m. –  8 p.m.
    Depart by:  noon
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Retro Staycations? From $36.86 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.