Review: A Charming Rural Escape Near Parma Our stay at this cozy rural house near Parma was nothing short of delightful. From the moment we arrived, we were greeted with the warmest hospitality by our host, who went above and beyond to ensure our comfort. The breakfast each morning was a highlight of our stay. It featured an array of homemade goodies and locally sourced ingredients that made every meal a treat. The cleanliness of the house was impeccable. Every corner of the property was spotless, making us feel right at home. The rooms were beautifully rustic charm decorated. The bed was exceptionally comfortable, adorned with soft linens that guaranteed a good night’s sleep.

One minor drawback was the immediate surroundings, which weren’t particularly scenic. However, the house’s location near Parma was excellent, offering easy access to the city and its attractions. Once inside the house, we felt like we were in an oasis, completely secluded from the outside world.

Quiet and rustic. Lovely place! We wished we could have stayed longer as it was nice to just chill in their study or the outside but it was very hot (it is summer after all ) …. still worth the view of the garden and just the vibe of the old country! Francesco was very responsive, accommodating and helpful. the rooms are cool and spacious and the family loved it ! Location was ideal just 8 mins by car to the city center. Breakfast was a lot and had a good variety of pastries,fruit.

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Beautiful property with quirky interiors in a very convenient location to visit Parma. Our hosts provided us with lots of information about where to eat and where to park in Parma which was extremely useful. The breakfast was amazing…all home cooked and local and a great selection of food served in a lovely breakfast room. Our host packed up the breakfast we didn’t eat for us to take away for lunch. Wish we had stayed longer than one night.

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What a marvelous spot, tucked away and quiet, on a beautiful property. The home was well-decorated and quaint in the best way. We loved the decorations and charm of our room, enjoyed walking around the gated property, and our interactions with the hosts were very positive. The couple who owns the B&B went above and beyond with all the little details and the breakfast, in particular, was phenomenal, including homemade, lavender-infused panna cota. The B&B is slightly removed for the city center, so a car or taxi will likely be necessary, but it is absolutely worth it. You will wake up to the sweet smell of the garden and the birds, rather than city noises. We will return to the B&B Pomdere Merlo if we find ourselves in Parma again.

Podere Merlo is a charming, tastefully renovated farm in a quiet rural setting but only minutes from the centre of Parma. The accommodation is delightful, spacious and very comfortable and the breakfast of local fruit, cheese, yogurt and homemade pastries was excellent. Francesco is a gracious host who went out of his way to answer our questions and help us make the most of our brief stay in Parma.

It is difficult to capture just how perfect this place is. Just outside the town of Parma, the sounds of crickets at night and birds chirping in the morning will lull you into one of the most restful sleeps and joyful awakenings of your trip. The building has been beautifully redone, retaining all of the old world charm and nostalgia travelers crave. The breakfast is an event - set in the picturesque dining room, delicious homemade items just keep coming and coming. The owners are delightful, their hard work and dedication to offering a wonderful experience for their guests is felt through all of their thoughtful details. Couldn't recommend this place enough, and a visit to charming Parma.

This B&B is in a historic farmhouse that has been impeccably restored. The grounds were filled with fruit trees, spices, and ornamentals. Every inch of the property had an eye catching picture, antique, book or other object. Francesco and Angelica are kind and helpful and directed us to a local restaurant on the outskirts of town where we enjoyed local cuisine. The room was comfortable with a pleasant lavender fragrance. Breakfast was incredible with homemade treats of yogurt, pastries, jams and local prosciutto and cheese. Francesco has an encyclopedic knowledge of places to visit in Italy. We would love to stay here again.

This stay could not have been better unless we had stayed longer!

Francesco and his wife were wonderful hosts. Great communication and support before and during the stay. The property is very charming and the breakfast was to die for.

Just be aware that the property is on the outskirts of the city, just off the highway. Once inside the grounds you do feel as though you’re in the countryside, but you can still hear the nearby traffic.

if you like architecture, you will love this place. I’ve been in Italy for three weeks and this is by far the most beautiful place that I have stayed the building is absolutely incredible and the owners are very kind and helpful. I will definitely be back. This is a hidden gem

One of the loveliest places I have stayed - the farmhouse has been refurbished to take it back to its glory days and you feel as if you have stepped back in time. The hosts take every care to make your visit an exceptional stay. You will want to come back over and over again.