Come #sleepwiththecows at New Day Dairy GuestBarn

New Adventures. Authentic Cows. Comfy Beds.

A One-of-a-Kind Bed and Breakfast Experience located in the heart of Northern Iowa. Stay at New Day Dairy GuestBarn, our working family dairy farm with 24/7 views of 150 cows enjoying life in our barn through two large loft windows in the common loft area.

We provide everything you need for a DIY Continental Breakfast, while you’re cow gazing. And every stay comes with a ½-hour Introductory Tour and ½-hour Farewell Tour in the Barn! You can pet a cow, grab a cow selfie, and ask all your questions!

Since we’re a vacation rental, you choose who to include in your stay – you can rent just one room for yourself or as a couple or rent 2 or 3 rooms for a bigger group or family. The choice is yours.

The GuestBarn is the perfect place for a small family gathering – grab those grandparents or cousins. Maybe you want to meet up with long-time friends? What about a Girl’s Getaway during hunting weekend? Soak up some time away with your teens… whoever you bring you’ll have plenty of open spaces to enjoy mask free faces!

Enjoy your time away by spending at least 2 nights sleeping with the cows – it’s our minimum booking requirement. Explore the great outdoors, other animal encounters, museums, local restaurants & ice cream shops, and spend more time with the cows by adding our Exclusive “Be A Dairy Farmer Challenge” Hands-On Tour.

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Join the #readwiththecows Moo Crew

#readwiththecows Moo Crew is a fun community of families who love to #readwiththecows every Friday morning at 9am IN the barn WITH the cows at New Day Dairy!

We also share fun cow & farm activities, crafts, coloring contests, kid-friendly recipes & food tips, jokes & songs, and even need help naming our calves… all part of being Moo Crew member!

First step? Sign-up with your e-mail address and then ask to join the Group! You’ll always be able to find the latest #readwiththecows videos plus fun extras!

Plus…. when you #sleepwiththecows at the GuestBarn on a Thursday night you can join us Friday morning in person for #readwiththecows!

Join the #readwiththecows Moo Crew

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Explore On Your Way & Once You're Here

You’ll need to drive to get here, so why not enjoy the trip? Coming from north, south, east, or west we’ll help you find the best places along the way. From bikes & hikes to museums, farm tours, & white water rafting get ready for a great trip!

Start Exploring

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Explore the Farm

Meet the Cows (and us!), get your Farm questions answered, find out What to Do on the farm during your visit, or take a Photo Tour!

Explore the Farm

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Do-It-Yourself Breakfast

Breakfast is ready when you are! We provide a variety of continental breakfast items for you to prepare when you are ready. Check out our recipe ideas & save room to enjoy Dutch Letter Pastries from our Dutch dairy farmer neighbor, Danielle!

Our full kitchen is available for you to use for lunch & supper. Or we can do the shopping – check out our Dine-In Options!

Want to experience the local restaurant scene? We’ve got a few recommendations!

What Will You Choose to Eat?

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Want something Extra?

From the hands-on “Be A Dairy Farmer Challenge” to Snack or Dine-In Options. Off-season Specials or something to take home from our Gift Shop. We’ve got you covered!

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