Original American school bus arrives on the Isle of Wight from Texas

Original American school bus arrives on the Isle of Wight from Texas

Retro Staycations is delighted to announce the arrival of a beautifully converted American school bus all the way from Texas, which will be available for guests to stay in throughout 2023. Spectators couldn’t fail to miss the big yellow bus making its way to the Island via Red Funnel ferries on Friday, April 21st.

 

 

Freshly retired from the highways of Houston, this is an iconic split-screen bus – known as a ‘skoolie’ by all US school kids, and is the only one of its kind on the Island. Texas once carried up to 71 loud / nerdy kids to and from school each day!

It has now been meticulously restored and converted into a cozy living space, complete with all the amenities guests need for a truly memorable stay. From the fully equipped kitchen to the comfortable sleeping quarters, this bus has everything guests need from underfloor heating to a wood-burning stove and is sure to be a hit with anyone looking for a one-of-a-kind experience.

 

Sleeping up to six people, it’s the perfect choice for families, couples, and groups of friends looking for a fun and quirky place to stay. The interior is decorated with a retro theme, complete with rustic furnishings that harken back to a bygone era. Guests can relax and unwind with stunning views of the downs or fire up the barbecue with local produce readily available from Hazelgrove Farm shop, where Retro Staycations is located.

With the original cab, driver’s seat and steering wheel fully intact, kids can travel anywhere their imagination cares to take them!

 

 “We are so excited to be offering this unique accommodation option to our guests,” said Retro Staycations Co-owner, Sarah Moss. “The American school bus is an iconic symbol of American culture, and we are thrilled to have one here on the Isle of Wight, alongside our fleet of original silver bullet American Airstream caravans – the coolest caravans in the world! We can’t wait for our guests to experience this unique and unforgettable stay. Thanks to our travel partner Red Funnel for transporting Texas across the Solent.”

To book a stay in the American school bus or to learn more about Retro Staycations, visit their website at www.retrostaycations.co.uk.

Texas is available to stay in for the IW Festival weekend and all Jack Up Events including Jack up Summer Party in August, which takes place at the same location.

About Retro Staycations

Retro Staycations is a retro-chic glamping retreat located just outside of Ryde offering a range of fun and quirky places to stay. From vintage Airstream caravans to traditional grass pitches for tents, camper vans and motorhomes, the site is perfect for Islanders or Island visitors who wish to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life, wind back the clock and relive the good times!

Retro Staycations provides the ideal way to live the American dream in a chilled-out, relaxed environment, without the airfare.