Welcome to 5909 Cromwell Drive, Bethesda, MD 20816 — where timeless charm meets exceptional space.
Wood Acres is one of Bethesda’s most coveted neighborhoods, this expanded two-story colonial sits on a beautiful, level backyard and offers the perfect blend of character, comfort, and livability.
Step through the front door into a welcoming foyer with a coat closet, opening to a formal living room or private office featuring glass doors, built-in shelving, wood blinds, and a beautiful wood-burning fireplace with a classic mantel — the perfect spot to unwind. Across the foyer, the formal dining room impresses with elegant wainscoting, built-in shelving, and a striking bow picture window that floods the room with natural light.
The updated kitchen functions beautifully, offering granite countertops, under-cabinet lighting, and glass display cabinets. A GE refrigerator (2025), gas cooktop (2017), wall oven, warming drawer, dishwasher (2017) ,and microwave make cooking and entertaining effortless. A cheerful breakfast alcove surrounded by windows provides the perfect place to start the day. Pocket doors lead seamlessly into the family room.
Just off the kitchen, a laundry room with shelving and storage opens directly to the deck and backyard for easy access to outdoor living.
At the heart of the home lies the magnificent family room addition — a truly special space surrounded by windows and bathed in natural light. It features high ceilings, skylights, recessed lighting, built-in shelving, and a second wood-burning fireplace. Glass doors open to the deck and private backyard, creating an ideal flow for indoor-outdoor living and entertaining. The main-level bedroom or office offers high ceilings, recessed lighting, and an updated full bath with subway tile, making it an excellent private guest suite or workspace. Pocket doors allow the space to be closed off when desired.
Upstairs, you’ll find four spacious bedrooms and three full bathrooms. The primary suite feels like a peaceful retreat with cathedral ceilings, transom windows, built-in shelving, pine floors, a large closet, and a full bath featuring a double vanity, soaking tub/shower, and skylight. The wall-mounted TV conveys. Two bedrooms—one with built-in shelving and two closets—share a charming hall bath with tub and shower, while the fourth bedroom features two closets and its own updated en suite bath with a shower. A pull-down attic offers additional storage and new insulation for energy efficiency.
The finished lower level offers a recreation room with luxury vinyl flooring—perfect for movie nights, play, or fitness—along with a full bath, workshop, utility room, and ample storage.
Step outside to a fenced, level backyard—ideal for gatherings, gardening, or play. A deck with trellis provides the perfect spot for dining and relaxing, while a storage shed keeps everything organized.

Notable updates and features include:
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