Frequently Asked Questions

What is the history of Nubanusit Farm and Neighborhood?
Who owns the land on which homes are built?
Who are the architects?
Who will build the homes?
When will the homes be built?

What is the history of Nubanusit Neighborhood and Farm?

Robin Hulbert, Shelley Goguen Hulbert, and like-minded friends, acquired the property in August 2004. Since then, Robin and Shelley have been leading the development of the project to create a cohousing community, organic farm, and woodland trails.
Robin and Shelley moved to Peterborough in March of 1984 and have lived both in “in-town” neighborhoods and on a larger rural farm since then. They have valued both experiences and are now bringing them together with their vision for Nubanusit Neighborhood and Farm. They have three children and a small biodynamic apiary and dairy herd.
The property was first developed by Governor John Steele as his homestead and dairy farm in the mid 1800’s. The original homestead is being renovated for professional office space within the Neighborhood.
In 1824 Steele built the Union Manufacturing Company's cotton mill (Gate’s Mill) in West Peterborough. This Mill is located less than a mile from Nubanusit Neighborhood and Farm, and was recently renovated with green building practices into condos, studios, a café, and other commercial and office space.

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Who owns the land on which homes are built?

Approximately 70 acres of the land is owned in common by the Condominium Homeowners Association (the 31 unit owners) and consists of the neighborhood, farmland, and woodlands. This land is divided into common areas which are used and maintained by all, and limited common areas which are for the sole use of the unit owner. Each home has a designated private yard (limited common area). The farmland will be the limited common area of the farm unit.

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Who are the architects?

Sheldon Pennoyer, architect and farmer, and his partner David O’Neil, and associates Dan Eldredge and Dawn McConaghy of O’Neil Pennoyer Architects, have worked with us on all aspects of the site and building design in conjunction with landscape architect, Jim Herou, and his team at Strata Designs.
In addition Marc Rosenbaum, a leading energy-design consultant in the U.S., has consulted on all aspects of the green building and energy systems. Dave Jacke, a permaculture and site consultant, worked with us on design goals and ecological implementation.

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Who will build the homes?

Bruss Construction of Bradford, New Hampshire is building the homes and Common House. For over 20 years, they have been leaders in sustainable building in New England, and have won numerous awards for their work.

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When will the homes be built?

Renovation of the existing home (“the Governors House”) began in Spring 2006. Site work followed in the Fall of 2006. Foundation work began in January 2007 with framing following close behind. The first residents moved into their new homes in December 2007. The final home will be completed during the summer of 2008.

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