Set on a river’s edge in a pretty village this property looks like the perfect rural idyll.
However take a look inside the Great Ayton property and the decor hints more toward hedonistic flamboyance than the quiet country life!
“It’s lovely in the summer,” says 66-year-old Barry Faulkner who owned Middlesbrough nightspot The Empire for 30 years.
“It’s also lovely and quiet,” says the now-retired nightclub owner who has put his own stamp on the listed cottage with his signature grand style.
John Newhouse is the managing director of the estate agents marketing the property - and says the extravagant decor reflects Barry’s personality.
He said: “It very much reflects his personality.
“It’s a very, very attractive looking house.
“Most people comment on the photos - and most people who view it like it.
“It has a great enclosed garden and there is plenty of space.”
Dating back to 1730, Baxter Cottage is a Grade II-listed stone residence - which John says has previously featured in The Times.
The five bedroom property has been refurbished by Barry and now includes an ‘Amdega’ conservatory and a custom made ‘Smallbone of Devizes’ kitchen.
There are three bathrooms, three reception rooms and accommodation to three sides of an interior courtyard accessed via remote controlled security gates.
Other luxurious touchers include a terrace with hot tub and gazebo.
Living accommodation also includes a laundry, cloakroom and cloaks cupboard, kitchen and breakfast area open plan to family room and conservatory.
The master suite includes a bathroom and dressing room and two other bedrooms have en suites.
Barry is now looking to move a bit more centrally - and has considered Norton, Nunthorpe and Eaglescliffe.
“I like a little bit more going on,” says Barry, whose son, also Barry, 42, now owns the Empire on Corporation Road with business partner Ashley Wem.
He has now lived in the Great Ayton home for 12 years - after moving on from The Grove in Marton.
“I’ve been searching all over the place!” he said.
The property is on the market with a guide price of £760,000.
For more information about the property on Low Green contact Roseberry Newhouse in Stokesley on 01642 711111.
:: Can you see similarities with The Empire’s decor? Take a look here.
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