Mere, Knutsford
- Land size
- 154 acres
- Bedrooms
- 61
Key Features
- A traditional estate located in the heart of Cheshire
- In addition there is 154 acres of pasture and woodland
- Fourteen properties are located within the historic estate core, surrounded by mature gardens, woodland and parkland, with the remaining homes in desirable village and countryside locations.
- A rare opportunity to acquire a well-balanced estate combining residential investment, agricultural land and environmental appeal.
- Located just 1.3 miles from Junction 19 of the M6, with easy access to the M56, M60, Manchester Airport and rail services from nearby Knutsford connecting to Manchester, Chester and beyond.
Description
Mere Estate is a traditional country estate located in the heart of Cheshire, offering a wonderful residential portfolio of 27 properties, 1 commercial property and circa 154 acres of pastureland/woodland close to the historic town of Knutsford.
Portfolio - Fourteen properties are situated within the historic core of the estate, nestled amongst mature gardens, woodland and parkland, while the remaining homes occupy attractive nearby village and countryside locations, each enjoying its own distinctive setting and outlook. Together, they offer a rare opportunity to acquire a diverse residential estate of enduring appeal.
Core Estate Properties - The Walled Garden – An exceptional six-bedroom former Victorian kitchen garden, beautifully converted to create a unique family home set within Grade II* listed walled gardens, complemented by outbuildings, garaging and adjoining paddock land.
The Stable Block – A charming collection of six beautifully converted period cottages arranged around a picturesque cobbled courtyard, offering two, three and four bedroom accommodation each with private gardens, parking and selected garages.
The Donkey Shed, Mere Hall Lodge & Old Haybarn Cottage – Distinctive homes ranging from a charming detached former farm building (which has been split into two, one half residential and one commercial) to a delightful lodge and character cottage with mature gardens and rural views.
Sawpit & Faraway Cottages, Kennelwood Cottage – a pair of picturesque country cottages tucked away within the estate, offering privacy, generous gardens and excellent potential for enhancement.
Village And Rural Properties - Beyond the estate core is a varied selection of terrace, semi-detached and detached homes, each offering individual character, generous gardens and attractive surroundings.
1,2 and 3 New Cottages, 2, 5 and 6 New York Cottages & 1, 2 and 3 Moss Lane Cottages – Attractive terraces of traditional two-bedroom design, enjoying village and semi-rural settings, with Moss Lane Cottages particularly benefiting from far-reaching countryside views.
Mere Village Cottage, Smithy Cottage, Mere Corner Cottage, Smithy House & School House – A collection of attractive village homes, from charming three-bedroom cottages to substantial detached family residences, all benefiting from generous gardens, off-road parking and an enviable position within the sought-after village of Mere.
Land And Woodland - Beyond its residential offering, the landholding features circa 27.84 acres (11.26 hectares) of paddock and arable land together with various blocks of amenity woodland extending to approximately 126.83 acres (51.32 hectares) contributing both commercial and enviromental appeal.
Location - Mere Estate enjoys exceptional accessibility. Junction 19 of the M6 motorway is situated approximately 1.3 miles to the south, providing direct links to the M56, M6 and the wider national motorway network. Manchester Airport lies approximately 5.9 miles to the east (around 10 miles by road), offering an extensive range of domestic and international flights, while rail services from nearby Knutsford provide regular connections to Manchester, Chester and the national rail network.
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Property details
- Tenure
- Freehold
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- Date Posted
- 2026-07-29
Market Value Analysis
Compared with 6 Homes with Land listings in North West England (100+ acres).
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