Sawyer Hill EcoVillage is under construction on a wonderful 65 acre site at 46 Sawyer Hill Road in Berlin, MA.

Move-in is projected for Fall 2008. An Ecovillage home is waiting for you! 1, 2, 3 and 4 bedroom homes are available now. We also have affordable homes available for those who qualify.

Our Neighborhoods
* Mosaic Commons
* Camelot Cohousing

EcoVillages

EcoVillages use the latest and best practices related to sustainable development and land planning principles, including modestly-sized dwelling units typically clustered to reduce development footprint, various forms of shared common facilities, low vehicle use, and emphasis on neighborhood. Projects (typically) include recycling of construction waste materials, green building techniques and use of sustainable materials, preservation of open space for perpetuity.
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Our town

Berlin lies in a low range of hills between the Nashua and the Assabet River Valleys just outside of the 495 belt in eastern Massachusetts. Incorporated in 1812, the town has a rich history of agriculture, manufacturing and lumber. Today Berlin is home to 2,600 people in just over 13 square miles. We're located at 46 Sawyer Hill Road.

Affordable Housing

Sawyer Hill EcoVillage is developing under the Massachusetts "40B" affordable housing law. Seventeen of our 68 units will be affordable housing available by a state-regulated system. Affordable homes are now available on a first come, first served basis. For questions, please contact SEB at 617.876.5919 extension 3 or visit their website.

Cohousing

Sawyer Hill EcoVillage is comprised of two cohousing neighorhoods, Mosaic Commons and Camelot Cohousing.

Cohousing is a modern style of residential neighborhood in which some resources are shared in common by the residents. Each family owns their home, as well as a share of the common facilities, which may include things like playing fields, workshops and guest rooms. These homeowners associations value green space, a safe, healthy environment for our children and conservation of our natural resources. The cohousing development model began in Denmark during the late 1960s, and has since become a mainstream housing option in that country. This innovative neighborhood design crossed the Atlantic in the late 1980s, and over 50 successful communities have built all over the United States since that time, with many others that have purchased land and are in the development process. There are ten completed cohousing communities in Massachusetts and at least two others in the development or construction phase.
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