Welcome to 557 Covered Bridge Road in Cherry Hill's desirable Barclay neighborhood! This well-maintained 5-bedroom, 2.5-bath Colonial offers spacious living areas, an in-ground pool, a 2-car garage and a beautiful backyard setting that backs to woods. If you're looking for a home with room to spread out, entertain and enjoy the outdoors, you'll want to take a closer look.
As you enter, you'll appreciate the hardwood floors, crown molding, recessed lighting and six-panel solid wood doors that add character throughout the home. The traditional floor plan welcomes you with a formal living room and dining room, providing inviting spaces for everyday living and special gatherings.
Continue into the kitchen, where you'll find newer stainless steel appliances, including an electric range, dishwasher and refrigerator, along with a double corner sink. All appliances are included, even the washer and dryer.
Just off the kitchen is a large family room with a brick gas fireplace, being conveyed in as-is condition. This is a wonderful gathering space with plenty of flexibility! Picture movie nights, entertaining friends, watching your favorite shows or creating an area for a home office, playroom or workout space. With the kitchen and backyard conveniently connected to the family room, it's easy to move between indoor and outdoor living.
Upstairs, the spacious primary bedroom features a walk-in closet and direct access to a full bathroom with a double vanity and tub/shower combination. Four additional bedrooms offer flexibility for sleeping accommodations, guests, hobbies or working from home.
Now, let's head outside because the backyard is one of this home's standout features! Imagine spending summer afternoons enjoying your own in-ground pool, relaxing on the newer 24 x 9 composite deck or gathering with friends under the 17 x 9 covered patio with a skylight. The pool is in good condition, the filter has been replaced in 2025, and all pool accessories are included. The fenced backyard backs to woods, creating a lovely natural backdrop for outdoor living and entertaining.
Additional features include 2-zone HVAC, gas heat, a newer water heater, a 2-car garage and two garage door openers.
And there's so much to appreciate about the Barclay neighborhood! Known for its tree-lined streets, classic homes and the landmark Scarborough Covered Bridge right on Covered Bridge Road, Barclay offers a wonderful sense of neighborhood character. Nearby historic Barclay Farmstead features walking and nature trails, community gardens, a playground, picnic areas and seasonal activities, including summer concerts.
Barclay Farm Swim Club and Covered Bridge Swim Club also offer neighborhood swimming and social activities through private memberships.
Cherry Hill Public Schools offers an open-enrollment program between Cherry Hill High School East and Cherry Hill High School West for eligible students, subject to district guidelines.
The location is another advantage, with convenient access to I-295, PATCO train service, bridges to Philadelphia, shopping, restaurants and everyday conveniences throughout Cherry Hill. Philadelphia is within easy reach.
Whether you need five bedrooms, flexible living spaces, a backyard made for entertaining or a home in the established Barclay neighborhood, 557 Covered Bridge Road has plenty to offer.
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