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Sandy Shores 504 1 BR Gulf Front

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A balcony with a view of a beach and ocean.
A modern kitchen with granite countertops, a built-in oven, and white cabinetry. There is a dining area with a table and chairs, and a ceiling fan.
A modern kitchen with granite countertops, a double sink, and a dishwasher. There is a dining area with a table and chairs, and a living room with a sofa and a TV.
A pool area with lounge chairs, palm trees, and a beach view.
An aerial view of a coastal area with a beach, a bridge, and several buildings.

Reviews

6.4 out of 10
Situated close to the beach, this 1-bedroom condo accommodates 4 guests and includes 1 bathroom. Enjoy activities like birdwatching and water sports at the nearby marina. The balcony provides outdoor space for relaxation, while attractions include St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches and Belleair Beach.

Highlights

  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to John's Pass Village & Boardwalk
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Waterpark access
  • Shared communal pool
  • Balcony or patio
  • Air-conditioning
  • Onsite parking available
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Madeira Beach, FL
  • Place, St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, John's Pass Village & Boardwalk
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Hubbards Marina
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

Sandy Shores 504 1 BR Gulf Front

This one bedroom/1bath unit offers an amazing view of the beach and Gulf of Mexico. The dining room and living room area opens out to the private balcony where the view of the beach and the Gulf of Mexico takes your breath away. The kitchen is updated with beautiful cabinets and granite counter tops. The cabinets are filled with dishes, cookware and utensils. A coffee maker and toaster are also provided. The bedroom has two queen beds, large dresser, flat screen TV and walk- in closet. Bed linens and bath towels are provided for up to 4 guests in the condo. As a guest of John's Pass Condo's you will have access to our office services such as printing boarding passes and sending and receiving faxes as well as receive and send mail from our office. Our friendly staff will do their best to accommodate any requests or concerns you may have during your vacation. Please come and enjoy the beautiful beach and soothing warm breezes as well as the local attractions which include John's Pass Village and Boardwalk with its many shops, cafes, restaurants and fishing charters directly across the street from our condos. Coin operated washers and dryers are located on each floor. This is a non- smoking accommodation.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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Property # 9513464
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock

About the area

Madeira Beach

Located in Madeira Beach, this condo is near theme parks and near the beach. Shoppers can check out John's Pass Village & Boardwalk, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches and Tampa Bay. Treasure Island Fun Center and Splash Island Water Park are also worth visiting. Take some time off to enjoy the winery tours in the area, or get some fresh air with adventures like ecotours nearby.
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Madeira Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • John's Pass Village & Boardwalk - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Belleair Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Hubbards Marina - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • St. Petersburg Municipal Beach at Treasure Island - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • St. Petersburg, FL (SPG-Albert Whitted) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Delosa's Pizza - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Hooters - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Sculley's Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Caddy's Madeira Beach - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Waffle House - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sandy Shores 504 1 BR Gulf Front pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Sandy Shores 504 1 BR Gulf Front?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Sandy Shores 504 1 BR Gulf Front?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sandy Shores 504 1 BR Gulf Front?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sandy Shores 504 1 BR Gulf Front located?

Situated near the beach, this condo building is steps away from Madeira Beach and John's Pass Village & Boardwalk. St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) away.

Reviews

6.4
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 40 reviews

6.2/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Check-in

7.0/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

6.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Location was the best. Beds were not the best but ok.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
perfect little vaca !! thank u
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Aug 2026
Thank you for your review! We are happy you had the perfect vacation here at Sandy Shores and we hope to have you here again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place!

Great location!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Aug 2024
Thank you for the 5 star review!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome stay

We loved the location and 504 was nice except the squeaky bed. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Nov 2022
Thank you for your 5 Star review & for sharing your input with us!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location

We really enjoyed our stay. The location was great, the room was just what we needed for our family. Had no issues. We would definetly stay again. Thanks
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Nov 2022
Thank you for reviewing your stay with us. We look forward to seeing you again!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Awesome location and view! Elevator right around the corner from the door, as is the trash shoot and washer and dryer. Very convenient. Great parking spot just outside the covered area. Felt very safe. Codes needed for elevator, gate to beach and room. Would stay again. The only issues we had were no blow dryer and the tv in the bedroom wouldn’t even turn on. Also, no sheets for the pullout couch. The extra pillows in the closet were dirty and no pillowcases. All appliances worked well. The balcony is wonderful and larger than I expected. With it being on the 5th floor, we watched the early morning fishermen along the Pass and could even see the dolphins going in and out. They swim very close the beach in the mornings which was a perfect Florida View. Go down to the beach to watch the sunsets or just have a drink on the balcony…it’s beautiful either way. What you may feel is lacking in this condo, the price makes up for it. Felt safe.Friendly people.John’s Pass directly across the street.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 3 June 2026
Thank you for reviewing your stay with us. We hope to see you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Location location location

The kitchen and bath are a little dated but that did not matter, its on the beach and across the street from the restaurants and shopping. Fantastic would go back in a flash.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Feb 2024
Thank you for reviewing your stay with us.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great location- not so great condo

Needed various things fixed: recliner foot rest is broken; one bed is badly needing mattress replaced; vents are making ceiling real dirty; ice maker does not work (we bought ice trays);Bistro chairs are all badly stained. Bright dot is loved licationBright
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr 2025
Thank you for reviewing your stay with us. We have shared your comments with the condo owner in order for the necessary updates to take place.
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy
Condo was outdated, dirty, moldy a/c, ceilings, filthy furniture, broken furniture, old saggy beds, stained sheets. Tried to contact property management but no answer, no return call.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Oct 2025
Thank you for reviewing your stay with us!
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Cockroach infested disgusting room

Cockroaches, disgusting bathroom and completely worn out furnishings. We did not stay at this place. Still waiting to see if i will get a refund for the 3 days we were decieved into paying.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Jan 2024
Thank you for your review however, please call our office... due to no record of you staying with us.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

504

Nice place with a great location. Wished for a couple things like an alarm clock in the bedroom. There were no teaspoons in the condo. The only condiments were salt and pepper. We left sugar and ketchup. Not sure if the next renter got them.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 July 2023
Thank you for your review. We have since placed an alar clock and replaced all silverware. In the future, don't hesitate to reach out for some items as we do stock them in the building. We hope to see you again in the future.
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Terrible Beds, Outdated furniture, Great View

Great View and location but the room itself needs some major upgrades. My family and I couldn’t sleep on the beds (extremely loud, outdated and stiff). We placed sheets over the couch due to the condition, smell and low cleanliness. Also, The toilet would only flush if you press the lever 5-6 times. If the room was more updated/fixed correctly this place would be amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 July 2023
Thank you so much for your detailed review. We have since improved our cleaning processes and changed cleaning staff. We have also replaced the beds and are working on further renovations in the condo. We hope to see you again soon.
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Never again...

I would be embarrassed to own this property and I am devastated that I spent my anniversary there. The only good thing about it was the view. Disgusting tub, mold on shower curtain, large cockroach, broken cabinets, broken furniture, electrical hazards, very uncomfortable beds, dirty dishes, not enough towels, bedroom TV that doesn't work and a toilet that wouldn't refill. We have never stayed in such a gross VRBO property and we have stayed in many.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jan 2024
Thank you for your critical review. We always strive to make sure our condos are in very good shape & we'll share your review with staff and the condo owner.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Really needs some love

We love staying at Sandy Shores annually since 2006, but this condo was such a disappointment. Sure, the view is fabulous, but it was filthy and the tvs didn’t work. Thankfully, we brought our fire stick. Very limited kitchen supplies. Half a roll of toilet paper ( seriously)? The bathtub was worn down to the gray metal underneath. No stopper etc. Very sad this unit has been allowed to get so run down.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Feb 2024
Thank you for your honest review. We always strive to make sure our condos are in very good shape. We will share your review with the condo owner & cleaning staff. We appreciate all feedback as we continue to reach complete customer satisfaction.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

unit needs updating

view was great, but unit needs updating. Both beds squeaked when turning over or getting out of bed. the tub looked terrible.Looked like someone scratched the bottom, and the drain was rusted. Both faucets worked hard when turning on. the recliner footrest was broken and the hide-a-bed mattress was such, I wouldn't want anyone sleeping on it. Also elec receptacle under headboard only worked on one socket. really liked location, but would not stay again until updated.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Mar 2024
Thank you for reviewing your stay with us. We will share your comments with the condo owner and appreciate your feedback.
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Gnats! Lots of them!

First, no key code was sent to me. Second, finally got ahold of someone that gave us a code to get in after we were waiting in the parking lot in the pouring rain!!! Second, we get in and there’s gnats flying all over the place. Third, we look in the bathroom and the tub looks like something out of a run down hotel! Fourth, the furniture looked like they just picked it off the curb. Fifth, the glass sliding doors were filthy. Sixth, when we went to lay on the bed (we were so grossed out at this point) we rolled into the middle onto each other because the bed sloped inward. I never had such an awful experience. Didn’t even bother calling anyone since it was so hard to get a key code anyways… no one probably would even give a shit.
Gross
Dirty sliding doors
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 July 2025
Thank you for reviewing your stay with us!
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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

Great View/Location but that was pretty much it.

So, the location and view of this condo is outstanding. That is why we booked it. The kitchen, balcony, living room were fine. No issues. The bathroom is pretty much terrible and those full size beds in the bedroom are the worst. We had to lift the lid off the back of the toilet every time we had to use it because it would not refill after each flush. (Every Time) The shower and bath tub were pretty bad but water did at least come out and drain. The beds in the bedroom must be like $50.00 a piece. All in all, if the owner would put in a couple thousand dollards to fix those issues it would have been "perfect!" We had a great time and love only having to walk across the street to John's pass shops and restuaurants, boat/jet ski charters, etc. If the owner fixes some of the issues with the condo i would rate 5 stars.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Jan 2024
Thank you for reviewing your stay with us. We have shared your comments with the condo owner. We look forward to seeing you again!
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

More cons than pros but great location

Overall I really enjoyed my time staying at this condo. The beach is wonderful, being across from Johns pass is very convenient especially if you are without a car. And overall the pool was a nice space as well. But as far as the condo goes it was only okay. Pros: It was very clean and I had no issues with bugs of any kind! Also they provided a small dish soap, some dishwasher tabs, one paper towel and garbage bag and some toilet paper which was nice. Check in was easy! Cons: The shower is really old and run down. There were only very large spoons, one steak knife and all the utensils seemed like they needed replacing. I had to buy an ice tray because they don’t have one. Lastly communication with the host took a long time. I asked him a question about late checkout 20 hours in advance and didn’t hear back from him until after I already checked out since he didn’t respond. It’s definitely livable and has the bare minimum but not much more.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Jan 2024
Thank you for reviewing your stay with us. We have addressed your concerns with our staff & appreciate your feedback; as we are always striving for complete guest satisfaction.
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Old moldy, smelling condo with very old furniture and appliances. READ our honest review.

The property location was perfect and was not the problem. It was the actual condo itself. The bathroom door were off hinges, and the rusted screws wouldn’t stay. The air filters looked like they had not been changed in forever. Mold smells were there each time you can and left and the air started circulating as soon as you walk in to the condo. The beds were just extremely old, so was all of the linen, and it felt like sleeping on a cardboard box on concrete. The bathroom was disgusting. The bathtub was rusted and scratched all over, Both sinks had dark smelly stains underneath like water leaks were there before. You don’t expect a stay at the ritz Carlton when you book these beach condos, but this was just sad and made the stay super uncomfortable . We already committed to this one based on the pictures on the add, and it was too late to find another condo after we arrived. So we sucked it up and made the best of it. I would not recommend staying in this particular unit to anyone. I hope we can get some type of refund percentage back from the owner for all of the issues we encountered.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Apr 2024
Thank you for reviewing your stay with us. We'll share your comments with staff and condo owner.
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication

Ehh...

PROS: Oceanfront view. Surrounded by local restaurants, shopping, and bars. You cannot beat the location and the sand is white and you can see the fish swimming by you in the ocean. We saw dolphins pretty much every morning sitting out on the balcony. Check in was super easy. Crabby's restaurant was AMAZING and we ended up going there a couple times. CONS: SO DIRTY! Our feet were sandy and black after slipping our shoes off yet they claimed how serious they took cleaning. The second morning we woke up to a cockroach!! It was a big boy! The shower was APPALLING! They need some major updates especially in the bathroom. Vanity was cracked on the doors as well. HOLY CRAP the beds were SO FIRM. Not like memory foam firm but like old as all get out firm. We woke up with stiff backs every morning and had to stretch. They need to deep clean this place. Better yet, renovate the whole thing and GET NEW BEDS! I think I would have let everything slide if the beds were super comfortable but the only thing that was great about this condo was the views and location. Would I recommend this beach? 100%!!!! Would I ever come back to this condo? Absolutely not!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 July 2023
Thank you so much for your detailed review. We have since improved our cleaning processes and changed cleaning staff. We have also replaced the beds and are working on further renovations in the condo. We hope to see you again soon.
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy

Perfect location, disappointing condo

My husband and I are both 50+ years old and have been vacationing at a beach somewhere every year for many many years. We’ve stayed in several disappointing condos but this by far was the worst. No part of the condo felt clean and the bathroom was disgusting. I felt like I needed another shower after getting out of the shower and touching the shower curtain. Neither of us got a good nights sleep for the entire week that we were there because the mattress was in such bad condition. Pillows were like little flapjack pancakes that look and felt like they’ve needed to be replaced for years. Two of the pillows had dirt on the pillowcases so we didn’t use those. We got 4 towels and 4 washcloths for 2 people to use for 7 days and 6 nights. There are washer and dryers on premises if you like spending your vacation doing laundry. The only plus thing to this condo was location. We were beach front, steps from the water and directly across the street from John’s Pass. After checking in and seeing the condition of the condo the only reason we stayed was because it was Memorial Day week and everything else was completely booked. We love Madeira Beach but would never stay in this condo again. It is in desperate need of a renovation and a good deep cleaning. The condo was very spacious and has great potential but we would never book here again.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 31 May 2024
Thank you for reviewing your stay with us. We have shared your comments with the condo owner and staff.
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Hell NO we won’t go! (Back) ever…like ever.

I think the title summarizes wonderfully what my review is about to go into details with. I think it’s important to get the details on this one…. Pros: 1. balcony view (pay extra money for it somewhere else!!) Cons: hang tight…too many to mention. I’m sure I’ll forget something… 1. One of the dirtiest places I’ve stayed in my life! a. Upon arrival walking into the refreshing smell of cigarettes, stale, musty and very unclean odors. b. Couches so dingy, unclean it was not a comfortable place to come back to and relax after a long day of beaching. c. BEDS. Awful!! uncomfortable gross looking and smelling “comforter”. We read reviews that stated cleaning staff has changed and beds updated. That’s a LIE. I’m sure their pants are on fire wherever they are. d. Bathroom is disgusting- old and outdated. Water pressure is one straight line from the seriously rusted shower head. e. Dead roach found under the bed the last day (thank god) not just any ole regular one either- the biggest one I’ve ever seen. 2. asked for late check out- never heard back and had to figure it out the day of departure. We did actually get to stay later which is technically a pro,but also not really. 3. Late check out but changed code to get into our room. 4. Have to remember all kinds of codes to get into pool area. Nobody wants to break into this place- believe me! Such an inconvenience!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Jan 2024
Thank you for reviewing your stay with us. We appreciate any/all types of feedback!
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication
Nice view!!!! , cleaning needs to be improved 100% the tub in the shower needs lots of love (broken sink cabinet in the bathroom, the toilet seat was dirty with hairs Swimming and has shoes prints on the toilet seat and the plastic curtain was nasty that cost 2 to replace .. the kitchen was ok but some of the kitchen utensils were dirty and greasy even the kitchen cabinets had oil splattered on the door , the living room I don’t mind the old sofa but needs to be wash , the old grampa recliner was broken and very dirty .. Floors weren’t clean felt sticky. Oh lord the beds were crying all night lol… making lots of noise .. these are things that can be fixed for cheap ,get furniture at offer up app refresh the place and your visitors will love The stay ,but as right now the place needs love.. THANK YOU hope things gets better . Also not necessary to post pics because I bet you already know… Ciao .
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
The apartment was a lot of humid, very old, no cleaned stuff like broom or something to clean. The refrigerator worked very slowly. The only good in that apartment was the balcony shows the beach view.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 29 June 2026
Thank you for your review and feedback. A broom and dust pan have been added to the unit and we do appreciate our guests reaching out to us when something is missing so that we can get it for them asap. We are glad you enjoyed the view!
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
I was very disappointed in this condo. it was not very clean at all, under the cabinet there was dirt behind the towels, in the bathroom there was mold in the shower fixture, didn’t even look like someone tried to clean it out. It wasn’t very clean at all. The tub shower needs replaced gold and rusty. It was just very nasty in the bathroom. The bedrooms weren’t bad. The mattresses are horrible. It felt like you were laying on boxsprings. The living room was OK but the recliner was broke the TVs you couldn’t turn on because there were no good batteries in the remotes of any of the TVs and when I emailedto see if someone could fix no one responded. And I understand this Condo isn’t one owned by a family. It was probably owned by Johns pass, but it was very disappointed I have stayed in a lot of condos in the last 15 years at Madera, but I would never stay at Sandy Shores again
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026

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