Recess off a larger room (6)
I believe the answer is:
alcove
(Other definitions for alcove that I've seen before include "Recessed part of a room" , "bay" , "Small opening - a clove (anag)" , "nook" , "compartment" .)
I believe the answer is:
alcove
(Other definitions for alcove that I've seen before include "Recessed part of a room" , "bay" , "Small opening - a clove (anag)" , "nook" , "compartment" .)