The oldest part of this Villa, dating back to the 14th century, is certainly a "casa da signore" as these fortified buildings were called, characterized by the presence of a high tower not unlike the tower-houses of S. Gimignano. This is the part of the villa on your left as you stand with your back to the valley.

In the summer of 1483 Lorenzo il Magnifico de' Medici tried in vain to purchase this Villa from General Biagio Milanesi. His main reason was undoubtedly the financially profitable nature of the lands surrounding the Villa, although the position with its circular view was no less important as it would have allowed the villa to be placed in the network of "transmitters of light" created by the "architect" Lorenzo using his many villas

The English-style gardens are late 19th century as are the three gates (the left one has been walled up). The central access is decorated with terracotta eagles and the one leading to the farm with crouching lions.