Novakova domačija
Farmstead with a water mill in Smrje beside the Reka river, showing the life of ancestors in the Reka valley; visits by prior arrangement.
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About the museum
Novakova domačija with its mill stands in Smrje by the Reka river and bears witness to the life of ancestors in the Reka valley. The house beside the mill was built in 1856; the mill and sawmill were built even earlier. Because of frequent floods the house is set somewhat back from the riverbed. The building has one storey, is built of flysch stone and is extended into an outbuilding.
The mill, one of the few well-preserved mills in the Ilirska Bistrica area, stands near the riverbed, and a channel called the mlinščica leads to it, in which the water could be regulated. On the other side of the channel a sawmill once stood, which no longer exists. The estate, 14 hectares in size, provided its owners with an income from farming and milling.
Today the farmstead is run by the Dovgan family. By prior arrangement visitors can see the black kitchen, the mill and the farmstead; for larger groups a guided tour of the ethnological collection is organised. The farmstead is also a place for picnics and outdoor weddings.
Highlights
- Well-preserved water mill with a mlinščica channel
- Black kitchen
- Ethnological collection for larger groups
- House from 1856
- Farmstead beside the Reka with a large picnic area
Permanent exhibition
- Etnološka zbirka Novakove domačije – Ethnological collection, black kitchen and water mill; visits for larger groups by prior arrangement.
- Operated by
- Družina Dovgan (zasebna domačija)
Admission & discounts
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Accessibility
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Kids & families
Great for kids & families
- Playground / play area
The large meadow has plenty of room for games (football, bowls, volleyball); suitable for family picnics.
Getting there & parking
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Amenities & dining
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Events & venue rental
- Spaces for rent
- Private parties
- Weddings / ceremonies
Up to 200 guests.
Picnic area for up to 200 people, a room in the house for about 50 people, and outdoor weddings.
Inquiries & detailsPlan your visit
| Guided tours | yes |
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| Good to know | Visits by prior arrangement with the owners (+386 5 714 59 87, +386 51 332 973, +386 40 798 272). |
