Seven km East of Volterra is this fully restored Medici villa built in 1598, but the land was occupied from the time of the Etruscans. Today the villa acts as a cultural center offering art courses. There are pretty Italian sunken gardens and a very high standard of accommodation. Walkers can stop in to sit at the terrace for a refreshing drink from the bar on their way to Pignano or back to Volterra.