On the estate meaning?

Hello, can you explain the meaning of the phrase “on the estate” in this sentence?
“Perks of the job include the possibility of renting a small cottage on the estate”.
Thank you in advance.

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It means property (land).

Estate usually ( but not always ) refers to larger amounts of land owned by rich people. The estate would usually include the land, buildings, roads, etc.

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