St. Nicholas Street, Bodmin, Cornwall, PL31

Trecanyke is an impressive Edwardian detached residence, built in 1907 by Viscount Clifden as a gentleman’s residence. Set within generous mature gardens in one of Bodmin’s most established and historic settings, the property offers a rare combination of period character, family-sized accommodation and local history.

The house has a strong sense of arrival, with its handsome frontage, decorative gables, bay windows, attractive brick detailing and elegant entrance porch. Internally, the period character continues with high ceilings, decorative fireplaces, original-style doors, attractive joinery, a striking staircase and the original terrazzo hallway floor.

Trecanyke also has a fascinating past. During the 1950s, the property accommodated Russian teachers who taught at the language school for military personnel during the Cold War, adding another layer of interest to this already distinctive home.

The accommodation is arranged over three floors and extends to approximately 2,490 sq ft, with the garage bringing the total to approximately 2,842 sq ft. The ground floor offers excellent living space, including a beautifully proportioned living room with bay window, period fireplace and working gas fire, with access through to the conservatory. The separate snug provides a comfortable additional reception room, with an open fireplace used regularly in the winter months.

The kitchen and dining area forms the natural heart of the home, with ample space for family living and entertaining. Features include a mains gas Aga, island unit, pantry and adjoining utility room. A particularly individual detail is the tile panel behind the Aga, designed by the current owner and handmade by Cornish potter Debbie Prosser, while the imported travertine flooring continues through to the lower patio and studio area.

On the first floor are three bedrooms, including a generous principal bedroom with bay window and adjoining dressing room. The dressing room has retained its door onto the landing, allowing flexibility for use as a sixth bedroom if required. The second floor provides two further bedrooms and a shower room, ideal for guests, teenagers, hobbies or home working.

For the last 30 years, Trecanyke has been a much-loved family home, with the gardens playing an important part in that life. Extending to approximately one third of an acre, the grounds include lawn, mature planting, orchard trees, soft fruit bushes, seating areas, patios and a lower terrace with retractable canopy.

A further feature is the detached garage with studio above, used over the years as an art studio and music room. This offers excellent additional space for creative use, home working or hobbies.