Casa Merlo is a farmers cottage which is part of the recently restored and reconstructed medieval borgo of Le Ginestre at Greppolieschieto. Le Ginestre lies in the hills above Lake Trasimeno on the Umbrian/Tuscan border surrounded by forests and open farmland.

Casa Merlo has beams and handmade 'cotto' flooring throughout and offers spacious living accommodation with a cosy romantic atmosphere, ideally suited to both family stays or couples looking for a romantic break.

Le Ginestre is the ideal location to switch-off from the toils of everyday life and lose oneself in the tranquillity and beauty of the local countryside. The perfect location to relax and read, paint or just simply listen to the sounds of nature.

For those who need a little more action to unwind the cottage is surrounded by beautiful walks across the hills, over open countryside or through the dense forests and un-touched valleys. Mountain bike trails like the hiking trails can be found in the adjacent countryside; maps showing the trails together with guidebooks and an Italian Road Atlas can be found in the house.