If your jaw doesn’t drop and your soul doesn’t fill with envy at the sight of just one of these kitchens, we give up

Steppingstone, Frodsham

There can be only one word spilling from the mouths of new visitors to this extraordinary bespoke-built home in Helsby, near Frodsham - 'wow'. Just take this kitchen. A glory of space-age sleek and digital-age tech, this stunning open-plan kitchen benefits from a wall of windows for all-day natural light and glorious views. Pink might not be the first shade to leap to mind when planning a new kitchen, but here the vivid colour here serves as a dramatic counterpoint to the natural wood and clean white of the rest of the space. Another design feature we adore is the use of mirror at the base of the island unit, which seemingly floats above the floor.And check out the cupboard space! Marie Kondo, queen of home-organisation, would adore this kitchen, where there's room enough for every small appliance, bottle of oil and shaker of salt to be tucked away, leaving surfaces free and clear of clutter. It certainly sparks joy in our hearts. Built as part of a trio of family and entertaining spaces, linking one to the next with enviable flow, this kitchen is truly the stuff of dreams. No doubt, parties at the wonderful Steppingstone, like all the best ones, will definitely all end up in the kitchen.

Price: £3,000,000

Contact: gascoignehalman.co.uk, Knutsford, 01565 750 900

Great British Life: Newton Hall HouseNewton Hall House (Image: Archant)

Newton Hall House, Wilmslow

If your heart leans more towards the traditional, here's the kitchen for you. Not only are there wooden beams and stone flags but oodles of space too. There is, of course, the obligatory Aga, against which you can warm your rear on a chilly day, plus a fitted oven in the centre island. A butler's pantry is the perfect place in which to hide your vast collection of spices and the paint scheme brings the otherwise traditional Shaker style bang up to date.

Price: £1,395,000

Contact: savills.com

Great British Life: Eastern RoadEastern Road (Image: Archant)

Eastern Road, Nantwich

This chef-tastic kitchen is one for the fully-formed culinary genius, or even a wannabe with ambition. The evening clear-down is made easy by stainless steel fronted base and wall-units, with a good balance of drawers and cupboards for those all-important mixers and mechanicals. Back-lit frosted glass doors add interest as well as light and oh my, what a lot of storage space there is! But wait - there's more! This startling kitchen is just one of two in this beautiful home.

Price: £1,250,000

Contact: struttandparker.com

Great British Life: Macclesfield RoadMacclesfield Road (Image: Archant)

Macclesfield Road, Alderley Edge

There's a whole lot of luxe going on in this fabulous kitchen. From the wine cooler to the multiplicity of ovens, every appliance is beautifully integrated into the overall scheme - and there's even a fish tank set into the wall next to the fridge! Perfectly designed for entertaining, there is not only a breakfast bar but a dining table and a single step down to a large seating area, too. A fabulous example of what can be done with clever planning and creative thinking.

Price: £2,699,950

Contact: andrewjnowell.co.uk