Much of Lanhydrock House, originally dating from the 17th century, was rebuilt following a devastating fire in the 1880's, and it was re-equipped with state-of-the-art Victorian services and appliances, including all the latest kitchen equipment. The house now mainly reflects the late Victorian era. The great house stands in extensive grounds (360 hectares or 890 acres) above the River Fowey and it has been owned and managed by the National Trust since 1953. Much of the present house dates…
