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Sleep with the Cows @ New Day Dairy GuestBarn

Family-friendly holiday home in Clarksville with free breakfast

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Cow Gaze 24/7 out the loft windows
Full Kitchen with adjacent dining space
Horizon Room feature a Queen Sleep Number Bed
Enjoy the beautiful garden out front
Get up close to the cows & calves on your Introductory & Farewell Tours

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Clarksville, IA
  • Place, Wartburg College
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Place, UNI-Dome
    ‪46 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Northern Iowa
    ‪47 min drive‬
  • Airport, Waterloo, IA (ALO-Waterloo Regional)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Cow Gazing Loft Space

1 Double Futon, 1 Single Bed and 1 Child Bed

Garden Room

1 Queen Bed

Horizon Room

1 Queen Bed

SunShine Room

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Garden Bathroom

Bathtub or shower

Horizon Bathroom

Bathtub or shower

SunShine Room

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Sleep with the Cows @ New Day Dairy GuestBarn

The cows are ready to meet you at New Day Dairy’s GuestBarn in North Iowa! Cow gaze 24/7 while “sleeping with cows” in modern comfort! The loft features 2 large windows overlooking 150 cows munching their “cow salad”, lounging on the “beach”, or heading to be milked by “Rita the Robot”! You'll be fascinated by following one of the "painted" cow's life in the barn. Get up close to the cows & calves on guided intro & farewell barn tours! Welcome to New Adventures, Authentic Cows, and Comfy Beds!

The non-smoking GuestBarn sleeps 9 people (with an optional 10 in a pack in play). With 3 separate bedrooms all with their own bathrooms you'll be comfortable during your stay. A beautiful garden out front along with the expansive Iowa horizon can be enjoyed from both the porch or the patio (complete with gas fire pit).

Every stay comes with an Introductory & Farwell Tour plus a DIY continental breakfast! Enjoy hard boiled eggs, Dutch letter pastries (!), yogurt, granola, and more at your own pace. Use the fully stocked kitchen for your meals or dine in (or out) at local restaurants.

Guests are NOT allowed in the barn, near calf area, or in pasture unless with a farm tour guide. This is for our guests safety as even the nicest animal can be unpredictable and machinery does need to operate on the farm. Of course, our insurance likes this too.

You'll need a vehicle you're willing to drive on gravel to get here. In the winter (Nov-Mar typically), a 4WD or AWD vehicle is recommended as the gravel roads & our driveway can become snow-packed and icy. It's all part of the authentic farmstay experience.

Area Information: 3 hours from Minneapolis, 2 from Des Moines, and 5 from Kansas City sleeping with the cows is a great way to spend a weekend outside of the city! Clarksville is 10 minutes away, Waverly - home of Wartburg College - is 20 minutes, and Charles City is 30 minutes to the north. Each of these communities has great activities & restaurants if you're planning to spend multiple days in the area.

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Amenities

Breakfast included
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
We do require you to remove your shoes - farms are dirty and leaving them in the entry makes everyone's stay better.
For your safety, do NOT enter the barn, calf area, or pastures unless accompanied by an authorized tour representative. Safely cow gaze from the loft!

Important information

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Clarksville

Located in Clarksville, this holiday home is in a rural area. Shell Rock Historical Museum and Neumann Auditorium are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Waverly Municipal Golf Course and Prairie Links Golf Course & Event Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Clarksville, IA

What's nearby

  • Wartburg College - 23 min drive - 20.7 km
  • Cedar Bend Park - 32 min drive - 17.9 km
  • UNI-Dome - 46 min drive - 55.7 km
  • University of Northern Iowa - 47 min drive - 56.4 km
  • Lost Island Waterpark - 57 min drive - 68.8 km

Getting around

  • Waterloo, IA (ALO-Waterloo Regional) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Docs Tap - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Iowa PrimeHouse - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪The Cooler - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Lonzo's Dairy Sweet - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sleep with the Cows @ New Day Dairy GuestBarn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Sleep with the Cows @ New Day Dairy GuestBarn?

As of 7 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sleep with the Cows @ New Day Dairy GuestBarn on 10 Nov 2025 start from AU$718.29, 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.

What time is check-in at Sleep with the Cows @ New Day Dairy GuestBarn?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sleep with the Cows @ New Day Dairy GuestBarn?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sleep with the Cows @ New Day Dairy GuestBarn located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly holiday home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Heery Woods State Park, Cedar Bend Park and Hoyt Elliot Memorial Park. Cedar Bend Wildlife Area and McCauge Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Steve V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Dairy Camp

Being at the dairy farm was such a great experience for all of us but especially our granddaughters! It was so much fun for them to see the workings up close and hear from Lynn about the cows, the birthing process, the robotic milking and on and on. She was so well prepared to answer the HUGE number of questions from our girls! Great fun to watch it all from the windows above while enjoying a nice breakfast, playing games, etc. The two tours set us up well to enjoy and understand it all!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joey R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The best stay EVER.

While the cost per night is a little higher compared to what I normally spend, the experience for my family was priceless. If you are on the fence, then that means just do it. Make sure to add the farmers experience which comes at an extra fee, but well worth it. I'm not sure who got more out of it, the parents or the kids because the entire experience was truly one-of-a-kind and something that our family will never forget. The family who owns the farm is amazing in every way. I hope we can find ourselves in this part of the country again!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family trip to IA

We were back in IA for a 90th Birthday party and enjoyed our stay at the barn. Very clean and roomy. The grandkids loved watching the cows out the big picture windows upstairs. We got to see a fairly new calf in a pen. The hostess was really nice/friendly and did a great job giving us a tour. Relaxing sitting out in front in the garden area. Thanks!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved everything about it!

I stayed at this property with my two granddaughters ages 7 and 4. They LOVED it! Our hosts went out of their way to make sure we had everything we needed. The fridge had a variety of cheeses along with milk, water, mini bagels and yogurt. That was a nice surprise. The beds were comfy. A bathroom for each bedroom and anything you would need in the kitchen. The property was spotless and the cow veiwing area is perfect for kids. Toys, games and several TV veiwing options. We will return for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Sandra M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful hosts!

What a fun place to have a family gathering. The kids loved watching the cows. We even saw and got to name a new calf that was born during our stay. Communication and meeting our needs was phenomenal and Lynn even sent to my home address an object i left in the drawer in the bathroom. Great customer service. Lots to do in Waterloo and Waverly as well
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brandi O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great family stay

Excellent from beginning to end! Easy check in, beautiful accommodations, fun and interactive farm tour, and a delicious breakfast. Lynn was great! Loved our stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kerry L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Overnight

Perfect place for location
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Heidi K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Experience

My family ranging in age from 2-60 all had a wonderful experience! We enjoyed the hands on experience and the wonderful property. Everything was absolutely perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kayla M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very fun!

Lynn and Dairy Dan were amazing hosts! We got to tour the dairy barn and visit with all the calfs. If you are ever looking for a night away, I highly recommend the New Day Dairy GuestBarn. We had a fantastic time!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Adair T., Maple Grove

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relax with the cows!

Our family will never forget this amazing VRBO experience. Our hosts had an eye for detail, and nothing was missed. The VRBO was impeccably clean, skillfully decorated in cow-motif, and the beds were absolutely comfy. The continental breakfast was hearty for my teenager and had great variety which included local jams and pastries. We loved sitting around the fire pit and watching the vivid stars as well as gazing upon THE COWS. We took the Be A Dairy Farmer Challenge and grew a new appreciation for the dairy farmer family. Bottle feeding 6-day-old Dave was a true highlight. We urge anyone to sleep with the cows!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just what we needed

Had all the things we wanted. Quiet, remote. Grill and outdoor fire pit. Kicked back and relaxed.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Carrie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Had an amazing time!

We were blown away by how fun this weekend trip was! This was the cleanest property we have ever stayed at and the hosts have thought of every little detail to make the trip enjoyable. We traveled with our 10 year old son and he loved the cows and barn cats equally. The kitchen is well equipped and we ate most our meals right in the living space. We loved that there were 3 bathrooms to give everyone some space to call their own and the beds were very comfortable. Would recommend this to anyone looking for a get away! It would be great for families, couples or groups.

10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Slept with the cows

We had a great night sleep in a very unique location! Very nice and relaxing place to stay. We enjoyed our tour of the farm, robot milking and calves. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020

About the host

Hosted by Lynn Bolin

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We're #DairymanDan and city-turned-country girl Lynn. Our days are spent caring for 120 cows, our growing family, and you, our guests, on our Century Family Farm in North Central Iowa.

We've always loved to travel – both growing up and after meeting each other in college. Just after getting married we spent a couple years living overseas. Our time traveling & living overseas shaped who we are, how we look at the world, increased our compassion for others, and gave us a deeper understanding of the world around us (although we still have a lot to learn & experience ourselves!).

Isn't that why you travel too? Not to Escape but to Enrich your life and bring new Experiences to your Everyday.

We are a working dairy farm, not a hobby farm. What does this mean? All of our family’s income comes from the dairy farm (and GuestBarn). This is our full-time job (and then some!)

Stick around long enough and you’ll find #DairymanDan playing guitar or piano IN THE BARN – we call it music therapy. Our 3 kids help keep Lynn’s schedule full.

There's is always ice cream in our freezer – because why not eat ice cream every day! All of our cows have names – and if a calf is born during your say – you’ll get to help name her!

We love knowing that everyday we help feed over 8,500 people delicious dairy products! Instead of each of those families having a cow in the backyard, we care for their cows in our barn! We can't wait to show you around!

Why they chose this property

New Day Dairy is just up the hill and across the creek from Dan's 130+ year old century farm, where his parents (and our younger animals) still live. We built for the future on the foundation of the generations before us.

What makes this property unique

One-of-a-kind, unique, nothing else like it... our guests have used all these phrases & more to describe sleeping with the cows. We've never heard of any place else like it. If you want to #sleepwiththecows you'll have to come visit!

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