Enjoy outdoor living in this beautiful, fully updated 3br/2ba home in a quiet neighborhood in the heart of Mandarin near parks, great schools, and the Julington Creek Marina. The home features over 1/2 acre of land with both a woodsy setting and a spacious backyard with no HOA. The large deck, fire pit area, and screened enclosed lanai are perfect for entertaining and relaxing. The home's open floor plan boasts vaulted ceilings, gorgeous, engineered wood flooring throughout, a formal dining area, a spacious family room with an electric fireplace, and a charming office with French doors and custom built-ins. The updated kitchen includes beautiful quartz counters, comfort close drawers, a tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, a farmhouse sink, and a wall of cabinets for ample storage. The owner's suite is a luxurious retreat, featuring a walk-in closet, sliders that lead to the lanai, and a spa-like bathroom with a modern soaker tub, dual sinks, a walk-in shower, updated vanity, and tile flooring. Two secondary bedrooms share an updated bath. The laundry room with washer & dryer includes a sink with custom shelving and cabinets. Roof (2018), HVAC (2019), newer water heater, water softener, 6" gutters on home. This magnificent lot backs to a creek. Plenty of space on the side of the yard for a boat! Don't miss out on this one-of-a-kind beauty!