About this property
Comfortable Accommodations: New Horizons Farm Stay in Smeaton offers family rooms with private bathrooms, air-conditioning, and garden views. Each room includes a work desk, TV, and free WiFi. Outdoor Spaces: Guests can relax on the sun terrace or in the garden. The property features an outdoor seating area, picnic spots, and barbecue facilities. Free on-site private parking is available. Local Attractions: Located 120 km from Melbourne Airport, the guest house is near Ballarat Train Station (36 km) and The Convent Gallery Daylesford (24 km). Activities include fishing and nearby lakes. Highly rated for its host, quietness, and location.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free WiFi
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Free parking
- Family rooms
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Joanne
Australia
“Very peaceful. Lovely room. Would definitely stay again.” - Anne
Australia
“Beautiful, peaceful rural setting, lovely for walking, beautiful gardens, so much fun feeding the farm animals in the morning!” - Prabath
Australia
“Very calm and peaceful location, central to many places. Daylesford is 20 minutes, Creswick is about 12 minutes, Bendingo is about an hour away. Value for money and animal feeding was a new and joyful experience. Room was spacious, clean,...” - Henryvic
Australia
“Exceptional accomodation in a farm. Had a chance to feed the animals, thanks to Allan for a wonderful experience. Smeaton hotel is very close for sumptuous dinner. Will surely be back again!” - Paul
Australia
“Lovely quiet, relaxing atmosphere with wonderful hosts.” - Moy
Malaysia
“Steve was a wonderful host. We booked one cottage and two rooms, all of which were uniquely decorated, very clean, and felt cosy and comfortable. We had so much fun during the animal feeding time , there were alpacas, sheeps, turkey, and...” - Bella
Australia
“Loved the animals and all the nature on the farm. Very serene, a good getaway from the city! Also very close to nearby towns like Creswick and Daylesford” - David
Australia
“Lovely place to stay and quiet. Host very welcoming.” - Jessica
Australia
“Was very clean, had everything we needed in our tiny house, host was very welcoming, and feeding the animals was a good experience!” - Samantha
Australia
“Homely, clean and comfortable firm bed with electric blankets, and sufficient cooking facilities. Loved the fantastic water pressure from the shower! The undercover garage next to our unit is convenient. Thank you.”
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Managed by Steve
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Languages spoken
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House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
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Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.




The fine print
Please inform New Horizons Farm Stay in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.
Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.