Welcome to 1271 Mallard Circle in desirable Mallard Lakes subdivision in the highly sought after North Oconee School zone. This custom-built home offers peace and privacy on over 2 acres of lovely landscaped property. The 3 BR 3.5 BA home includes a two-car garage, unfinished one-and-a-half story bonus area as well as a detached workshop / outbuilding on the property. Entering the front door, soaring ceiling heights, warm solid oak hardwood floors and custom woodwork lead to a large formal dining area and comfortable living room with propane gas fireplace. Large banks of windows allowing for light and bright rooms throughout the home. Semi-enclosed custom kitchen with solid surface counter tops, abundance of rich wood cabinetry and top notch appliances. High bar for casual dining as well as eat-in sunny breakfast area. Spacious and private primary suite with tray ceiling, expansive bathroom and double closet spaces on this main level. Exit to back deck from owner's suite here. Also on this side of the home, a convenient laundry room, powder room, two-car garage, hall closet and upstairs to unfinished storage area that could be converted into a large additional living space. Additionally, on opposite side of home there is an office / media or flex space, two bedrooms with two full bathrooms and an abundance of closet space. Ceiling fans in every room of the house. Private back deck overlooking an expansive backyard with electrified brick storage outbuilding. Plenty of parking. The large corner lot provides a nice sense of space and distance from neighbors without seeming detached from the neighborhood. This property is only minutes from Rocky Branch Elementary School, Malcom Bridge Middle School, North Oconee High School, shopping, dining and Highway 316. This home is also a quick drive to downtown Athens and The University of Georgia.