One of Cheshire’s most recognisable country estates has been brought to the market, presenting a rare opportunity to acquire a significant residential estate in the heart of the county.
The Mere Estate, located close to the historic market town of Knutsford and within the sought-after village of Mere, comprises 27 residential properties, one commercial property and approximately 154 acres of pasture, arable land and woodland.
The traditional country estate has long formed part of the local landscape, with homes ranging from character cottages and period conversions to substantial family houses, all set within picturesque gardens, woodland and parkland.
At the heart of the estate are 14 properties surrounded by mature grounds, including The Walled Garden, an exceptional six-bedroom family home created from a former Victorian kitchen garden and set within Grade II* listed walled gardens. The property is accompanied by outbuildings, garaging and adjoining paddock land.
Also within the estate’s historic core is The Stable Block, a collection of six sympathetically converted period cottages arranged around a traditional cobbled courtyard. The homes offer two, three and four-bedroom accommodation, each benefiting from private gardens and parking.
Other notable properties include The Donkey Shed, Mere Hall Lodge, Old Haybarn Cottage, Sawpit Cottage, Faraway Cottage and Kennelwood Cottage, each offering individual character and attractive rural settings.
Beyond the estate’s central parkland lies a wider collection of village and countryside homes, including New Cottages, New York Cottages and Moss Lane Cottages, together with a number of well-known homes within Mere village itself, including Mere Village Cottage, Smithy Cottage, Mere Corner Cottage, Smithy House and School House.
In addition to its residential portfolio, the estate includes around 27.84 acres of paddock and arable land together with approximately 126.83 acres of amenity woodland, creating an extensive landholding that combines environmental, recreational and commercial appeal.
Located just over a mile from Junction 19 of the M6, the estate enjoys excellent connectivity across the North West, with Manchester Airport less than 10 miles away by road and regular rail services available from nearby Knutsford.
The launch of the Mere Estate represents one of the most significant residential estate sales to come to the Cheshire market in recent years, offering prospective purchasers the chance to acquire a diverse portfolio of homes in one of the county’s most desirable locations.
A spokesperson for the selling agents said: “The Mere Estate is a truly special part of Cheshire’s heritage. Opportunities to acquire an estate of this scale, with such a diverse range of residential properties and extensive landholding, are exceptionally rare. Its combination of historic character, strong investment potential and outstanding location close to Knutsford and major transport links makes this a unique offering.”
The estate is being offered for sale as a whole, providing what is expected to be considerable interest from private buyers, investors and institutions seeking a landmark Cheshire estate.
