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🌾Luxury Barn Escape with Sauna & Cold Plunge | Sleeps 8 | Near York 🧖‍♀️🦙🌳

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Terrace/patio
A fountain with water jets in a garden area, surrounded by lush greenery and a brick building in the background.
A room with a high ceiling, wooden beams, a large window with a view of greenery, a fireplace, and a patterned rug.
A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables, a headboard, a mirror above the bed, a door, and a framed picture on the wall.
A spacious living room with a red armchair, a green sofa, and a woven ottoman. A large sliding glass door leads to a garden.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 1% of guest reviews in this area
Situated close to a museum, this 4-bedroom vacation home accommodates 8 guests. It offers birdwatching, mountain biking, and fishing nearby. The outdoor areas include a deck and patio. Enjoy tennis and golf on-site. The stay is pet-friendly and features a private chef and games. Visit Sutton Park and Redwood Park Fishing Lakes.

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • On-site fitness centre
  • Deck or patio
  • Toys
  • Internet
  • Dog-friendly
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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York, ENG
  • Place, Sutton Park
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, York Minster
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Place, Shambles
    ‪19 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

🌾Luxury Barn Escape with Sauna & Cold Plunge | Sleeps 8 | Near York 🧖‍♀️🦙🌳

Welcome to Launde Barn, a stunning 5⭐️ countryside retreat just 20 minutes from the heart of historic York! This beautifully converted barn combines modern comfort with rustic charm — perfect for family getaways, friend reunions, or a relaxing wellness escape.

🛏️ Sleeps 8 Comfortably | 🦽 Wheelchair Accessible | 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Ideal for All Ages

Step into spacious, stylish interiors where exposed beams, a wood-burning stove, and open-plan living create an inviting social hub. A ground-floor super-king/twin bedroom with accessible bathroom makes it suitable for guests with reduced mobility.

🪵 Key Features:

• 🌿 Private Barrel Sauna + ❄️ Cold Plunge Tub
• 🎱 Mezzanine Games Area with Pool Table
• 🪵 Cosy Log-Burner in Vaulted Sitting Room
• 🍽️ Dining for 8–10 & Fully Equipped Kitchen
• 🌐 Superfast WiFi + Smart TV
• 🧺 Washer/Dryer + Underfloor Heating

Upstairs, enjoy a luxurious master king bedroom with ensuite, a twin/super-king room, a large family bathroom, and a versatile mezzanine with convertible sleeping space and full curtain privacy.

🌳 Outdoor Bliss & Wildlife Moments

Step outside into your private, secure garden with seating for up to 10, a BBQ, and outdoor games. Sip wine on the decking or recharge in the sauna while gazing out across the fields — home to sheep and alpacas! Take a woodland stroll, listen for tawny owls, or spot buzzards and deer as you unwind in nature.

🦉 Highlights Nearby:

• 🍰 5-min walk to Miss Daisy’s Tearoom
• 🥃 Visit the new local gin & whisky distillery
• 🍷 5-min walk to local pub
• 🍝 Dine at the nearby Italian restaurant
• 🏰 Explore Sutton Park, a Georgian stately home

📍 Prime Location for Adventure

Perfectly positioned to explore:

• 🏰 York’s iconic attractions: Minster, Viking Centre, City Walls
• 🏞️ North Yorkshire Moors & Castle Howard
• 🌊 Day trips to Whitby, Scarborough, and more
• 🛍️ Local markets in Easingwold and Stillington

🚌 Easy access to York via local bus (5-min walk). 🚫 Please note: No Saturday check-ins/check-outs.

Whether you're chasing countryside calm, city culture, or a stylish space to celebrate life’s moments, Launde Barn is your perfect home-from-home. ✨

📅 Book your stay now for an unforgettable escape near York!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
So long as the barn is respected, no large parties
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 10 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Up to 2 well behaved dogs. There will be a fee
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Check sauna is off
Check skylights are shut
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
please no dogs upstairs or in the bedrooms please recycle everything, please sanitise every time you come in from outside the property gates,n
No outside shoes upstairs .

Important information

You need to know

Property # 6958961
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 14
Note from host: So long as the barn is respected, no large parties
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

York

Located in York, this holiday home is in a rural area. York Minster and Shambles are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit York Christmas Market. Travelling with kids? Consider The Dutch House and Web Adventure Park. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and mountain biking nearby.
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York, ENG

What's nearby

  • Sutton Park - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • York Minster - 19 min drive - 18.4 km
  • Shambles - 19 min drive - 18.7 km
  • York City Walls - 20 min drive - 19.4 km
  • York Christmas Market - 20 min drive - 19.4 km

Getting around

  • Poppleton Station - 21 min drive
  • Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Curious Coffee Company - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Fika Room - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Sidings Hotel & Il Treno Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Olive Branch - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪skelton garden centre cafe - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 🌾Luxury Barn Escape with Sauna & Cold Plunge | Sleeps 8 | Near York 🧖‍♀️🦙🌳 pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 10 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at 🌾Luxury Barn Escape with Sauna & Cold Plunge | Sleeps 8 | Near York 🧖‍♀️🦙🌳?

As of 27 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 🌾Luxury Barn Escape with Sauna & Cold Plunge | Sleeps 8 | Near York 🧖‍♀️🦙🌳 on 11 Oct 2026 start from AU$1,852, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at 🌾Luxury Barn Escape with Sauna & Cold Plunge | Sleeps 8 | Near York 🧖‍♀️🦙🌳?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 🌾Luxury Barn Escape with Sauna & Cold Plunge | Sleeps 8 | Near York 🧖‍♀️🦙🌳?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 🌾Luxury Barn Escape with Sauna & Cold Plunge | Sleeps 8 | Near York 🧖‍♀️🦙🌳?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is 🌾Luxury Barn Escape with Sauna & Cold Plunge | Sleeps 8 | Near York 🧖‍♀️🦙🌳 located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Redwood Park Fishing Lakes, The Dutch House, and Howardian Hills. Easingwold Golf Club and Church of St. Helen & the Holy Cross are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 129 out of 130 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 130 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 130 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 130 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 130 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

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Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful setting, lovely location. Nicely furnished well equipped converted barn. Bedroom 4 is open to the lounge though (privacy provided by curtains) so may not suit all large groups
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Aug 2026
Hi Angela I'm so glad you enjoyed the Launde Barn. the window has a great view of the outside and was a place that the hay was kept . (the hayloft.) this is left to give integrity to the Barns former life. Although the curtain across is not a wall , they are thick and do give complete privacy, this is why we call it the mezzanine which is described in the details. But thank you for your feed back. kind regards Cyntra
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property.Wonderful host.Unfortunate that during the heatwave it was very uncomfortable as there were no fans.I would definitely visit again perhaps earlier or later in the year.Very child friendly with lots of games and things to entertain them.They loved the sheep and alpaca.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Aug 2026
Hi Anne i am so sorry that you were hot during the uncomfortable and unusual heat wave, its not something that we have been used to. we always recommend keeping the blinds down and windows shut in the daytime. you obviously missed the small fan in the utility room, we would have definitely produced more if this had been bought to our attention as we were only next door could have purchased more fans for you. we do now have 3 standing fans
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a fabulous property. Lovely location, fantastic and very helpful hostess, really comfortable and spacious. Our group of 5 loved the outdoor spaces and the sauna and cold plunge. Cyntra could not have been more welcoming and helpful. Cannot recommend Launde Barn enough - a super place to relax and recharge and close to great places to visit. Lisa & John
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was among the best places we have stayed, and would highly recommend. We will be back again with the family. Thank you for sharing your home, and pets.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful four night stay at Launde Barn near York, and it was everything we’d hoped for and more. The barn is beautifully presented, spotlessly clean, comfortably furnished, and thoughtfully equipped with everything needed for a relaxing break. It strikes the perfect balance between rustic character and modern comfort.The location is ideal: peaceful and rural, yet close enough to York and also to the coast for easy day trips.The sauna is a lovely addition which we really enjoyed making use of.In the nearby village there is a pub that we visited for Sunday lunch. It's a short walk away from the property and the food was excellent.There is also a decent bus service from the village into York.The hosts clearly take great pride in the property. Communication was excellent from start to finish, with clear instructions and helpful local tips. It felt welcoming from the moment we arrived, and all the little details had clearly been considered.Overall, Launde Barn we had a truly relaxing and memorable short break. We strongly recommend it to anyone looking for a comfortable countryside stay near York, and we would happily return ourselves.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I loved the farm, the rooms were very clean and the host was definitely the cherry on top, so helpful and kind.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic home, everything you could wish for to make your holiday special. Host very welcoming and even put a balloon up for my granddaughter. Would definitely recommend. Hopefully we will return.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Mar 2026
Lynne thank you so much for your review I’m so glad your Grandaughter enjoyed the ballon and you had a great time celebrating we’d love to welcome you back
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely accomodation. Brilliant for getaways with friends
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
7 of us stayed here to celebrate our joint 50th birthdays last weekend and what an amazing place to do it! This property is phenomenal! It’s spacious but cosy, and the perfect place to enjoy a relaxing weekend with friends. We made great use of the sauna which takes only 30 mins to heat up (and some of us braved the cold bath!) We made friends with the locals (Bebe and the sheep!) and went for a walk around the local village and woods. Cyntra was so friendly and welcoming and made sure we had everything we needed, even providing a homemade cake on arrival! Our only issue would be that we didn’t want to leave - what Cyntra has created is a beautiful countryside haven that’s modern and fresh without feeling out of place, the property has everything you could need and feels like a real home away from home. The pics online don’t do it justice - we were blown away when we arrived. Couldn’t recommend this property or the host enough! Thanks for an amazing weekend Cyntra. X(Also recommend the George Hotel in Easingwold for food - delicious! And the wait staff are legends).
The beautiful living room
View of the mezzanine
Master bedroom with en suite
Upstairs
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Feb 2026
Dear Maria thank you for your review . We are so glad that your celebration weekend was such a success. It was great to meet with you and we are chuffed that you loved Launde Barn . We put a lot of work into it and so glad you enjoyed the New Sauna and the woods and surrounding areas. I agree the George is great!! it is wonderful to hear that you enjoyed it so much. Kind regards Cyntra
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous location. Beautiful accommodation.Excellent communication.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kitchen was beautiful. We really appreciated the home baked lemon loaf cake that was waiting for us on arrival. The expresso machine was great but would’ve appreciated instructions and only enough expresso powder for one cup - had to go buy more immediately.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Jan 2026
Dear Mike thank you so much for your great review. Im so glad you had a fab stay. Im so sorry that you didn’t find the instructions which were in the draw under the machine, but understand the oven cloth. I have put this on top now. Also sorry about the lack of coffee, as i write in my note if you had messaged the house we would have rectified this for you . My opologies for any inconvenience . But i do appreciate your feed back thankyou , regards Cyntra
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect!

The perfect place to celebrate a significant birthday! The barn had everything we needed. Access to the woodland and use of the sauna gave us added space to relax and enjoy. We loved it! Thanks to Cyntra who is the perfect host.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A beautiful reclaimed barn on a farm in Yorkshire 8 miles from York

What a great house! Everything we needed for 3 days in Yorkshire. Sheep and Alpaca at the farm, a sauna in the evenings with a cold plunge. We cooked, visited and relaxed in this lovely house.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Aug 2026
Im so glad that you enjoyed the Barn so much
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the Launde barn! The grounds and animals are a real highlight, and the interior is cozy and comfortable. The owners have put a lot of thought into the guest experience and Cyntra and Marcus are lovely and welcoming. The kitchenware (pans, utensils, etc) could use a refresh, but we probably cook more than most guests. The espresso machine was a delight. We can't wait to be back next year!
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very good

Fantastic stay
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Accommodation and Hosts

We stayed at Launde Barn for a family birthday celebration and I would recommend the barn and its hosts in a heartbeat! Barn was modern, smartly furnished, very well equipped (kitchen and outdoor games especially), and cleaned to a very high standrard. We particularly enjoyed the outdoor space with the calming backdrop of the sheep.Cyntra and Marcus were very welcoming and communicative hosts from the outset. Highly recommended and we would love to return. Thanks for a great few days :-)
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Superb Place to Stay

We loved everything about the Barn. It was spotlessly clean, had everything you needed including the peace and quiet of a beautiful countryside setting. Would not hesitate to recommend here for anyone looking for a break with a large group of friends or family where you just want to chill and enjoy each others company and the amazing scenery. The owner was lovely to deal with, she gave us some recommendations before our stay and responded within 24 hrs even baked us an among loaf cake for our stay. Thanks so much Launde Barn.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing stay

Beautiful place, and location
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

60th Birthday Family Getaway

This house is beautiful, there is everything you may need and more. The hosts go above and beyond to ensure your stay is enjoyed, we were delayed in our arrival time and had ordered a food delivery which the host very kindly received and put away in the fridge. Peaceful and close to the Dales where we enjoyed lovely walks. The sauna and lumi pod was a nice treat too! Would highly recommend to anybody wanting a family get away. You will not want for anything, house is very well equipped and lovely lemon drizzle cake upon arrival. Thank you!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exceeded expectations!

My first thought when we got to the venue was ‘oh wow this is beyond what I expected!’ I was blown away at the beauty of the property and surroundings, the layout and finishing touches of the property make it so homely but still clean & well finished without being crowded. The extra touch of a homemade loaf and a little note was such a treat, everything had been thought of and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay, I will definitely recommend to friends & family. Communication was fantastic and nothing was too much trouble me. Thank you Marcus & Cintra for sharing your beautiful property with us.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A beautiful barn in a great location

We rented the barn for four nights for a family birthday party. Everything is decorated to the highest standard with beautiful bedding, towels and soft furnishings. All the bedrooms are a good size. We loved the open plan kitchen and lounge and the dining space was perfect for our party. We were greeted warmly by our host and nothing was too much trouble. The outdoor space is fabulous and the village is beautiful. We had a wonderful time from start to finish.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 July 2024
Thank you so much for your review ! I’m so glad you had a great stay and the Barn was perfect for your celebrations. It was great fun meeting you all. Happy family gatherings and celebrations is what we envisaged the Barn being used for .so It was great for us that you enjoyed the new deck area and the Barn space . We hope to see you again !
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Weejend

We felt that the property more than met our expectations. Lovely lounge area, well-equipped kitchen, extremely comfortable bedrooms and bathrooms. We enjoyed the outside eating area and we hired a hot tub, which we loved. Would certainly book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 July 2024
Thank you so much for your review I’m so glad you enjoyed the new deck area and were comfortable. It was lovely to meet you all .
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful accommodation in beautiful grounds

Such beautiful accommodation which had everything we needed. The layout was perfect for us and having the pool table and the assortment of games was great. The bonus of a sauna was great! The grounds were lovely with the sheep and Beebee the alpaca who was really entertaining. The woods were beautiful for a wander and we even managed to see the owl. Thank you for a perfect week.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Escape

Beautifully maintained property in easy to-reach rural location, close enough to York to pop in and enjoy, and far enough from the hustle and bustle of day to day life to relax and enjoy time with friends. Everything we needed for an enjoyable stay provided.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

An amazing stay!

We had a short three nights stay, what a great break, super for us as a family, and really well set up for dogs too! Everything as advertised and a lovely secluded spot. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 June 2024
really lovely meeting you all and so clad you had such a good break at laund Barn. Thankyou for booking. wed love to see you again, Cyntra

About the host

Hosted by Mrs Cyntra Hinde

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Marcus and Cyntra Hinde. We have lived here for 10 years and have worked hard to create a warm an inviting environment for family friends and guests. We have two children at university, cocker spaniels and an array of sheep and chickens and two Alpacas who are mother and son.

Why they chose this property

We love the privacy and feeling of space we get around here and, whilst being rural, we are right on the edge of the village which includes a great village pub and and a fabulous Italian restaurant. The pub is a short stroll away and we have easy access into York by bus or car.
We developed the barn in 2016/17 and it is located behind the main farm house. It is very private and is not overlooked in any way , it looks over two paddocks containing all our rescue animals. The 7 acre wood was planted 15 years ago and is a great place to stroll in the morning or evening. You may even see one of the three deer, or a badger or owls that seem to like staying at night. You may also see buzzards in action.

What makes this property unique

The luxury of a new Barn conversion in a rural setting, with the benefits of loads of space to view the wildlife and the birds. but with easy access to the beautiful city of York. Launde Barn is very peaceful without feeling or being totally cut off.

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