Madeira Road, ISLE OF WIGHT, Totland Bay, England, PO39 0BJ
What's nearby
Totland Bay Beach - 2 min walk
Colwell Bay Beach - 14 min walk
The Needles Landmark Attraction - 3 min drive
Hurst Castle - 4 min drive
Yarmouth Isle-of-Wight Ferry Terminal - 6 min drive
Getting around
Yarmouth Station - 6 min drive
Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 113 min drive
Restaurants
End of the Line Cafe - 3 min drive
The Highdown Inn - 15 min walk
Smugglers Inn - 54 min drive
Yarmouth Harbour - 5 min drive
Off the Rails - 10 min drive
About this property
Sentry Mead
Guest house near Yarmouth Isle-of-Wight Ferry Terminal
Take advantage of a terrace, a garden and a bar at Sentry Mead. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a restaurant.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
Free self-parking
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), an electric car charging station and multilingual staff
Smoke-free property and luggage storage
Room features
All guest rooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts, such as fireplaces and premium bedding, as well as perks, such as pillow menus and bathrobes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
Hypo-allergenic bedding, Egyptian cotton sheets and pillowtop mattresses
Bathrooms with designer toiletries and hairdryers
Smart TVs with Netflix, streaming services and digital channels
Wardrobes/cupboards, free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
Languages
English, French
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Electric car charging station on site
Free self parking on site
Food and drink
Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 15 for adults and GBP 8 for children
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Family friendly
Soundproofed rooms
Conveniences
Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Guest services
Change of towels on request
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Outdoors
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Room amenities
Bedroom
Blackout drapes
Egyptian cotton sheets
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Pillowtop mattress
Bathroom
Designer toiletries
Dressing gowns
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shampoo
Slippers
Soap
Toilet paper
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Towels provided
Entertainment
Netflix
Smart TV with digital channels
Streaming services
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Tea bags/instant coffee
More
Desk
Fireplace
Heating
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Iron/ironing board on request
Soundproofed rooms
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 7:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Renovations and closures
The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from 1 November to 1 March:
One of the dining venues
Bar/Lounge
Parking area
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 10 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately GBP 15 for adults and from GBP 8 for children
Pet fee: GBP 10 per pet, per day
Service animals are exempt from fees
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
We should mention
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Property is also known as
Sentry Mead
Sentry Mead House
Sentry Mead House Totland
Sentry Mead Totland
Sentry Mead Hotel Totland
Sentry Mead Totland, Isle Of Wight
Sentry Mead Guesthouse Totland Bay
Sentry Mead Guesthouse
Sentry Mead Totland Bay
Sentry Mead Guesthouse
Sentry Mead Totland Bay
Sentry Mead Guesthouse Totland Bay
Frequently asked questions
Is Sentry Mead pet-friendly?
Yes, this guest house allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of GBP 10 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.
How much does it cost to stay at Sentry Mead?
As of 3 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sentry Mead on 4 Mar 2025 start from AU$303.87, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Sentry Mead?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Sentry Mead?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.
What time is check-out at Sentry Mead?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Sentry Mead located?
Situated by the sea, this guesthouse is within a 15-minute walk of Totland Bay Beach and Colwell Bay Beach. The Needles Battery and Tennyson Down are also within 1 mile (2 km).
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Sentry Mead Reviews
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
9.8/10
Staff & service
9.2/10
Amenities
9.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Jane
31 Oct 2024
Lovely comfortable stay , friendly people
Jane
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Amy
29 Oct 2024
A wonderful stay as usual!
Amy
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Andrew
5 Nov 2024
Excellent stay. Service top class. Breakfast choices good and cooked fresh.
Andrew
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
David
25 June 2024
I couldn’t find fault with this overnight stay and would have stayed longer if I had known how good it was.
David
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Darryl
12 Aug 2023
Lovely hotel, very comfy bed and hosts were very helpful and sociable.
Darryl
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Graham
1 Sept 2023
Really home from home lovely quiet area just all round great
Graham
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Derek
21 Oct 2022
The proprietors have created a home away from home and this property is both comfortable and and enjoyable.
Derek
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Alexandra
1 May 2023
This hotel is worth he money they are charging. The bed was very comfortable, the view nice, and the breakfast delicious.
Alexandra
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Melanie
28 June 2024
Sentry Mead is an outstanding venue, within a shot walk of the sea it is very clean with an excellent breakfast.
The staff go out of their way to meet every need.
The managers were always responsive to our need and comfort.
Melanie
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Wendy
15 Oct 2023
Fabulous small hotel
One of the best small hotels I’ve had the pleasure to stay. We will be back!
Wendy
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Nicki
16 Aug 2023
Fantastic hotel.. staff amazing, clean and very comfortable. Highly recommended
Nicki
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Iris
14 Oct 2024
A luxury gem
We had a delightful 4 nights at Sentry Mead. The welcome from Wendy, the decor, the spaciousness cleanliness and comfort of the room and en suite were faultless.
Wonderful breakfast cooked by Steve and senved with a smile and a chat by Bridget, who has a great knowledge of local walks. There is a good place to eat witin 5 to 10 mns on foot in the evening, at Sentry Mead doesn't do evening meals and several other options available.
Their bar remains open
All in all, totally recommend. Iris and Stuart
Iris
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Nicholas
7 July 2023
Sentry Mead is beautiful, stylish hotel. Very comfortable with great attention to detail. I wish we could stayed longer.
Nicholas
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Karen
3 July 2022
A home from home experience but the hotel was cleaner 😀
Karen
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
SHAZREEZA
28 May 2024
The hotel was exceptional. Location was fantastic - very near to bus stop, walking distance to the beach, a convenience store is nearby, there is a lovely restaurant within walking distance. The hotel itself was absolutely lovely - clean, cosy, comfortable. Just perfect. Wendy & Steve was the best. Would definitely come back.
If anything, just one thing to be aware of - you need to up one flight of stairs to get to the bedrooms.
SHAZREEZA
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Frederick
20 Oct 2023
Friendly and relaxing yet exceedingly comfortable
The hosts at Sentry Mead were excellent. Looked after all our needs. The room was quite large and quite well furnished. Breakfasts were top class with an enormous choice.Everybody was so friendly and helpful so that made our stay really enjoyable.
Frederick
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
James
13 June 2023
We had a wonderful stay at Sentry Mead to celebrate my wife’s birthday. Honestly every detail had been thought of by Mark and Gayle, the wonderful hosts. The Honesty Bar was a lovely touch. Breakfast was also fantastic! Location in Totland Bay is very convenient. We can’t wait to come back.
James
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
joseph
18 Apr 2023
Room and staff were exceptional. Only booked one night and after see room and hotel we asked for a second night.
joseph
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Garry
7 July 2024
The staff are customer focused. They go out of their way to be helpful. For a B & B the facilities are very good. Our room was spacious, clean and had everything you need. Breakfast was first class. Just one flaw, the lack of adequate hand rail in the shower. This B & B is probably the best on the island. I would not hesitate to return. Thank you Steve, Wendy and Bridget for providing us with a top class service.
Garry
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Josephine
19 July 2024
We were just extremely happy with this little gem of a hotel. The managers, Steve & Wendy were fantastic and loved one’d after us from beginning to end. They had thought of every little detail to make us welcomed and throughout our stay. Everything was clean and the breakfasts were delicious. Plenty of places to relax - super lounge, lovely big conservatory, and a beautiful garden with lots of tables and seating area to enjoy a drink or simply relax. Well appointed for visiting places of interest and superb restaurants. Will definitely return to the Sentry when we next visit the Isle of Wight. Thank you to Steve and Wendy and to the very polite and efficient waitress Bridget!
Josephine
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Karlyn
20 May 2024
Perfect mix of cosy with boutique elegance
Our stay at Sentry Mead was absolutely perfect. Wendy, Steve and the other staff are friendly and helpful and go out of their way to add special little touches. They managed a couple of special requests for us during our stay as well. The breakfast was excellent - including gluten free options for me - and a wide variety of things to choose from. My husband loved the enormous honor bar where he could try locally distilled spirits. With a recent renovation, the decor is lovely - a mix of modern with cosy traditional - and the garden is the perfect place to relax at the end of the day.
Karlyn
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jonathan
27 Oct 2023
We arrived for a short break for our wedding anniversary. On arrival we were met by Gayle, the proprietor, and shown around. We were given a very warm welcome. This is a lovely boutique hotel that absolutely gives the personal touch. The room was lovely with a very comfortable bed and all the little details you would expect (plus a few unexpected, gorgeous brownies). We will definitely be going back in the future.
Jonathan
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
8/10 Good
Lynne
9 Oct 2023
Sentry Mead is a large property on a big plot of land. It is well kept both inside and out. My room was very nice with all the touches such as premium toiletries. There was a big comfy bed, a lovely en-suite, tv etc. I was pleased with the parking which was ample. I booked to take my dog and there seemed to be a little confusion over this. A bed and dish were soon provided. There were walks nearby which added to the appeal. The only problem I encountered was that dogs were not allowed in the dining room, which is understandable, but there didn’t seem to be a regular alternative. As my puppy is 6 months old, leaving her in my room while I ate is not a viable option, she is a well behaved dog but still a baby in her outlook. I had an enjoyable stay and would stay there again when my dog is a bit older.