The Fernside, Sandown ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

30 Station Avenue, Sandown, United Kingdom

The Fernside is an old Victorian guest house located in Sandown, Isle of Wight, near one of the UK's few international blue flag beaches. Stuart and Angela Pettifer are the hosts, offering a welcoming atmosphere in a picturesque seaside town. The hotel is within a short stroll of the beach and local attractions, perfect for both leisure and business travelers. The establishment combines comfortable accommodations with easy access to traditional seaside facilities and natural beauty.

Location

The Fernside is situated just a few minutes' walk from both Sandown's town center and its award-winning beach. Sandown station is only 250 yards away, offering convenient public transportation options. Local attractions, including the Tiger & Big Cat Sanctuary, are easily reachable, making this location ideal for exploring the island.

Rooms

The Fernside features 11 en-suite rooms equipped for guest comfort. All rooms include central heating, tea and coffee making facilities, and Freeview televisions. Hairdryers and toiletries are provided for added convenience. Guests can enjoy a homely atmosphere with individual keys allowing for all-day access.

Eat & Drink

The hotel offers a variety of dining options including a hearty breakfast with choices ranging from traditional English to lighter fare. The lounge area provides a cozy setting for relaxation and features a licensed bar serving bar snacks. Guests can unwind with simple meals or snacks in the bar area while watching widescreen television.

Leisure & Business

The lounge area is designed for comfortable interactions with family and friends, ideal for unwinding after a day of activities. The hotel provides free WiFi throughout the property and can assist in arranging local attractions or activities for guests. Various leisure facilities are available nearby, including walking and cycling trails.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

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1 person

8 m²

Bed options:

1 Single bed

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Double Room

Max:

2 persons

16 m²

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1 Double bed

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2 persons

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1 Double bed

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Getting around

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City Centre

Sandown400 m

Airports

Southampton (SOU) 60.3 km

Bournemouth (BOH) 107.0 km

Bus

Bus stop 14.6 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Spacious Comfort

“The room was impressively large and incredibly comfortable, ensuring I had restful nights and refreshing mornings.” view full review

Powerful Shower

“The shower provided a warm and invigorating experience every morning, perfectly starting my day.” view full review

Quality Breakfast

“Breakfast was freshly cooked to order and of excellent quality, providing a perfect start to my day.” view full review

Bicycle Friendly

“I appreciated the secure indoor storage for my bicycle, which isn’t something I normally find when traveling.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
Pets allowed
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key access

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Dining

Bar/ Lounge area

Spa & Leisure

Beach access

Room features

Heating
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

30 Station Avenue, Sandown, United Kingdom

Map view

30 Station Avenue, Sandown, United Kingdom

City landmarks

Museum

Dinosaur Isle

1.3 km

Harbour

Sandown Pier

620 m

Zoo

Isle of Wight Zoo

1.8 km

Beach

Sandown Beach

750 m

Sandown PO36 8QS

Yaverland Beach

760 m

Nature reserve

Alverstone Mead Nature Reserve

2.2 km

High Street

Lilliputput Museum of Antique Dolls & Toys

3.0 km

Church

St Mary the Virgin Church

3.1 km

Nature reserve

Shanklin Chine

3.5 km

High Street

Bull Ring

3.0 km

Brading

Nunwell House and Garden

3.0 km

Beach

Small Hope Beach

2.5 km

Beach

Shanklin Beach

3.1 km

Castle

Bembridge Fort

3.3 km

Esplanade

Shanklin seafront

3.0 km

Culver Down Rd

National Trust

3.3 km

Zoo

Amazon World Zoo Park

4.2 km

Garden

Rylstone Gardens

3.7 km

Culver Down

3.7 km

Ager Farm Harbors Lake Lane

Ager Farm Nursery

3.9 km

Farm Studies Centre Newport Road Holliers Park

Island Artisan

4.1 km

Church

Church of St George

4.2 km

Church

St Blasius Old Parish Church

4.2 km

Whitecliff Bay

4.9 km

Bembridge Windmill High Street

Bembridge Windmill

5.4 km

ShanklinEngland

Shanklin to Ventnor Coastal Walk

5.4 km

The Railway Station Station Road Havenstreet

Isle of Wight Steam Railway

6.7 km

Church Road

Bembridge Heritage Centre

6.1 km

Nearby

Gallery

Glory Art Glass

460 m

7 High Street

The Holistic Emporium

510 m

Restaurants

The grumpy chef

490 m

2 Royal Street Wight Bay Hotel

Royal China

540 m

16 High Street

Flanagan's

570 m

7 Pier Street

Swad

550 m

18 High Street

The Beach Cafe

640 m

9 Pier Street

Bellamy's Bistro

570 m

71 High Street

Kitchen at Kings House

550 m

High Street

The Ocean Deck Bar & Restaurant

680 m

The Esplanade

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

86%

liked the hotel and would stay again

8.6/10

Great

Rooms

8.3

Location

8.7

Service

8.7

Dining

8.0

Bill

United Kingdom, February 2024

9.0/10

The hotel has spacious and comfortable rooms that are very clean, staff are friendly, and the breakfast is absolutely gorgeous. The location is perfect, close to the railway station and within walking distance of the town and beach on the Isle of Wight. Dining offers fantastic local produce, but the early timing may not suit everyone. Overall, a great place for a short break or summer holiday on the Isle of Wight.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were great size, very clean, and comfortable with free Wi-Fi, free view TV, and tea making facilities.

Service

9.0

The staff were very friendly and helpful, even accommodating my two dogs who enjoyed their stay.

Location

10.0

The hotel's location is ideal on the Isle of Wight, close to the railway station and within walking distance of the town, beach, and promenade.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience was fantastic, offering local produce and accommodating early breakfast requests.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel offers great facilities to meet guests' needs, enhancing the overall experience.

Jake

United Kingdom, November 2023

7.4/10

The hotel was well-appointed with modern amenities like a flat-screen TV and free WiFi in the clean and comfortable rooms. The owners were helpful and friendly, but the decor seemed a bit haphazard with cables visibly running around. The location near the train station was convenient, but some facilities appeared run-down.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were clean and comfortable, equipped with a flat-screen TV and free WiFi. However, the mismatched fixtures and visible cables gave an unkempt appearance.

Service

9.0

The service was friendly and accommodating, ensuring a safe parking spot and allowing for convenience during our stay.

Location

6.0

The location suited me well, being near the train station and not too far from local amenities. However, some aspects seemed run-down.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was good, with a delicious choice of breakfast options and a convenient location near the station.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were basic but functional, meeting our needs adequately during the stay.

Patrick

United Kingdom, October 2023

8.2/10

The hotel offers clean, comfortable rooms with friendly staff and a great location. The breakfast is delicious, and the facilities are well-equipped. However, the accommodation is a bit dated, and the dining area could use some modernization.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms are spotlessly clean and come with towels, toiletries, and tea/coffee making facilities. Even biscuits and bottled water are provided.

Service

8.0

The staff are perfectionists, ensuring they meet guests' expectations. They were friendly and accommodating during my stay.

Location

9.0

I felt welcome, especially by Winston the chocolate Labrador dog. The hotel is within walking distance of the town, beach, and railway station, offering easy access to all.

Dining

7.0

The freshly cooked meals were first class, although the dining area seemed a bit dated. The English muffins were a delightful touch.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities are good with everything I needed for a comfortable stay. However, the dining area could benefit from a modern touch.

Ralph

United Kingdom, October 2023

7.4/10

My stay at the hotel was a mixed experience. The room was very comfortable, clean, and offered a lot of services. However, it was far too small without enough storage space for two suitcases. The service was extremely nice and welcoming, but not intrusive. The location was convenient, close to the town, beach, and railway station, offering a warm welcome. The dining experience was substantial and tasty, with a cooked-to-order breakfast, but nothing extraordinary. Overall, a decent stay with some minor drawbacks.

Rooms

7.0

The room was very comfortable and clean, with lovely hot showers and a fantastic welcome package.

Service

8.0

The service was extremely nice and very welcoming, being helpful and polite without being intrusive.

Location

8.0

The location was good, within walking distance of the town, beach, and railway station, making it a convenient choice.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was substantial and tasty, offering cooked-to-order, good quality meals.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were clean and offered some extra services, enhancing the overall stay.

John

United Kingdom, July 2023

9.0/10

The hotel was clean and comfortable, very well located, recommended. The rooms offered a lot of services like a flat-screen TV, free WiFi, and en-suite facilities. The service was very accommodating and friendly. The location was awesome, close to both bus and train services. The dining experience was good with a delicious choice of cereals and a full English breakfast. The facilities were excellent, and the hotel was just off the main road through Sandown.

Rooms

9.0

The room was quiet, even if it was on the ground floor by the main entrance, clean and offered a lot of services like a kettle, tea/coffee, even biscuits, and a bottle of water.

Service

9.0

The staff was very accommodating and helpful, ensuring a safe parking spot and allowing us to lock our scooters.

Location

9.0

The location suited me well as it was near the train station, very welcoming, and comfortable.

Dining

9.0

The dining was excellent with a clean and large room, as was the en-suite, and it had the cheapest bar in Sandown only 250 yards from the Station.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel offered great facilities, and it was just off the main road through Sandown.

Lewis

United Kingdom, June 2023

8.8/10

The hotel is ideally located, just a short walk from the town, beach, and railway station, with easy access to public transport. The rooms are spotless, and the staff is incredibly welcoming. On the downside, the dining options could be improved, but a fridge was provided in the room, which was a nice touch.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were clean and comfortable, with a flat-screen TV, free WiFi, and an en-suite featuring a cozy bed. A delicious full English breakfast is served here.

Service

9.0

The service was excellent, with staff ensuring our safety and even allowing us to lock our scooters securely. Plus, Winston, the friendly chocolate lab, added a charming touch to the atmosphere.

Location

10.0

The location is perfect, close to the railway station, bus and train services, bars, and restaurants. The convenience of having a fridge in the room without requesting it made our stay hassle-free.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was superb with clean and spacious rooms, a lovely en-suite, and the joy of a dog-friendly environment. The bar nearby offers great prices for a refreshing drink.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel facilities are convenient for travelers, making it easy to access various locations and enjoy a comfortable stay.