An opportunity to live in a family house in one of the city's most sought-after addresses in Cathedral Close has arisen.

Eastern Daily Press: Number 54, Cathedral Close.Number 54, Cathedral Close. (Image: Savills)

But, as with most of the idyllic houses in this unusual 'village' setting in the heart of the city, the property is not for sale.

Number 54, Cathedral Close, a Grade II listed four bedroom home overlooking the lower green with cathedral views, is available for rent only, at £1,700 a month.

The pretty Grade II listed house has a kitchen, sitting room with an open fire and three bathrooms. Outside is a courtyard and garden. The house comes with a parking permit in the Close too.

Eastern Daily Press: Norwich Cathedral.Norwich Cathedral. (Image: Karl Keeley)

The cathedral's governing body, the dean and chapter, rents the houses, once lived in by the bishops and clergy, for a minimum of three years. This retains the feeling of a community and also means it can maintain the houses, which need specialist care.

Louise Butcher, Savills, said: "With four good sized bedrooms and three bathrooms this property would make a perfect family home."

Eastern Daily Press: Inside Number 54, Cathedral Close.Inside Number 54, Cathedral Close. (Image: Savills)

Cathedral Close has two arches which date from the mid 13th century and formed part of a granary for the priory.