The typical Tuscan farmhouse, called "Colonica", is built with natural stones and is gifted with its own, unique charm. The house are usually on two floors, a third in some cases consisting of a small tower or "piccionaia", and have been generally restored completely by the recent owner.

The sizes of the houses vary between 250 sqm and 500 sqm. Besides the main house, smaller constructions are usually present, which are often transformed into guesthouses or separate studios. Most of the estates do have a pool, and are surrounded by considerable portions of private land.