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La Casita #5* Romantic Studio* 12 Pools* WoW Views

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Welcome to your ultimate romantic getaway! One CHIC Desert Retreat - La Casita #5
Welcome to Welcome to our brand - “One Chic Desert Retreat” - we have 5 privately owned & managed luxury vacation rentals at Legacy Villas in La Quinta for you to choose from! Each is unique in location and was meticulously curated with style & comfort in
Welcome to Legacy Villas! An upscale, gated Resort Community directly adjacent to the famous La Quinta Resort with 12 pools and spas, clubhouse, gym, fragrant citrus trees, fountains and gorgeous Mountain Views, surrounded by Golf, Tennis & Shopping
Yup! You are RIGHT NEXT to this fab pool! Did you know we have 4 units for you that are all right next to each other?! Two studios (Casita #2 and 5) and two units with 2 BR/2BA each (La Casa #3 &4) So we can accommodate large groups up to 16 guests
Unlike most other units at Legacy Villas,  yours is SINGLE STORY  - with nobody above or below for maximum privacy.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Fireplace
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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La Quinta, CA
  • Old Town La Quinta
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • La Quinta Resort Mountain Course
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Indian Wells Tennis Garden
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Bermuda Dunes, CA (UDD)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

La Casita #5* Romantic Studio* 12 Pools* WoW Views

LA QUINTA STVR License# 247410.

SPECIAL OFFER:

*** BOOK A WEEK OR MORE AND GET 10% OFF YOUR STAY ***

++ 10 reasons for why you just lucked out to find the ULTIMATE vacation rental in La Quinta! ++

1) BEST location! Legacy Villas are directly adjacent to the world famous Waldorf Astoria La Quinta Resort that is a lovely 10 minute walk or 3 minute drive from our unit. "La Casita #5" is located in the backside of the community, DIRECTLY ADJACENT to our favorite satellite pool (with bathroom and shower), an oversized hot tub and stunning mountain views in the background.

2) BEST Community: Legacy Villas truly has it all! We are only a quick 3-4 minute walk from the beautiful main pool area that has a kids pool, splash area, adult lap pool, general pool, cabanas at no charge, the Legacy Grill restaurant (seasonal), gas BBQ area, a fully equipped gym, a club house, 2 outdoor fireplaces and a hammock garden. And we are only a 2 minute walk from the start of the gorgeous, private walking trail that surrounds the community. Legacy Villas is an EXCEPTIONAL place to stay!

3) BEST design! We spent over 2 months remodeling and upgrading our villa & studio to make them light and bright and replaced all furnishings with fun, eclectic pieces, cool light fixtures and fans, recessed lighting and wallpaper that screams "VACATION!" The studio was specifically designed to create a luxurious, relaxed and romantic setting for a desert retreat in style.

4) BEST location for enjoying sun! Our front patio faces west and is fully covered, so it only gets hit by the sun in the later afternoon. Perfect for breakfast, lunch and dinner al fresco while soaking in the gorgeous views. And the pool with loungers and umbrellas is literally right outside your doorstep...

5) BEST layout! This is one of a very small number of SINGLE STORY lock off units. Most units are 2 story, so with nobody above or below, you'll enjoy a lot more privacy.

6) BEST amenities! We follow the spirit of "more is more" and strive to provide a number of little extras that will help make your stay more comfortable and fun. We have a smart TV with Cable and Netflix, inside and outside we provide a table with 2 chairs to enjoy proper meals or you'll have a place to set up your laptop, we provide a small cooler, pool floaties & towels, bathroom amenities (bath salts, toiletries in case you forgot anything), books, games, a comfy armchair to relax in and a fully stocked kitchenette.

7) BEST bed! A lot of thought has gone into creating the ultimate, romantic canopy bed! Eastern King size, super comfortable pillow top mattress, soft, all cotton linens, a choice of pillows, fluffy down duvet during the cooler months - you will never want to get up in the mornings...

8) BEST Kitchenette! This is a studio unit that does NOT have a full kitchen, however, we really try to make the best of our kitchenette that has a small fridge with small freezer compartment, microwave, toaster, blender and a 12 cup drip coffee maker with coffee, creamer and sugar provided. We also provide glassware (including wine glasses) and coffee cups in addition to basic dishes, paper towels, knives and a cutting board. With 4 different grocery stores only 5 minutes away (including Trader Joes), you'll have plenty of options for preparing simple meals.

9) BEST parking: There is lots of street parking directly across our unit, super convenient for loading and unloading and some shaded parking just a few steps away.

10) BEST Management! We started our hosting journey in 2009 and have welcomed thousands of happy travelers at our 10 SoCal properties over the years. We have perfected the recipe for an amazing stay and our units are truly operated as a "Vacation Rental By Owner", so there are no property management added fees or long response times. While we live 2 hours away, we do have a local contact, should you ever require immediate assistance. Otherwise, we are always just a text or phone call away.

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The gorgeous, remodeled and fully furnished studio offers a bedroom, kitchenette and a full bath and is perfectly located facing one of the beautiful satellite pools. Surrounded by desert mountains, trees and stunning adobe architecture, our home is part of Legacy Villas, a resort community that is directly adjacent to the famous, historic Waldorf Astoria La Quinta Resort - one of the most beautiful hotels in the world. We fell in love the moment we entered Legacy Villas and hope you'll enjoy this magical area as much as we do. We have spared no expense to turn this unit into a truly exceptional place to vacation in style. So if you are just looking for a place to crash, this is NOT the place for you...

LEGACY VILLAS AMENITIES:

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•24 hour guard gate

•12 Pools and 11 jacuzzi Spas including a lap pool, adult pool, and ultimate family pool and play area with beach like entry, cabanas, and turtle splash fountain area for the little ones

•Hammock Garden, Outdoor Fireplaces and BBQ grills

•Legacy Bar and Grill open on weekends during season

•Grassy Lawns, multiple fountains and beautiful landscaping, including dozens of fragrant fruit trees

•Large Fitness Center

•Walking Trail surrounding the complex

•Clubhouse

•Walking distance to golf courses, restaurants, and full service spa at La Quinta Resort

UNIT AMENITIES:

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•WiFi

•48" Smart TV with cable and NETFLIX

•Romantic California King Canopy Bed with high end, pillow top mattress

•Dining table for 2

•One-touch gas fireplace

•Powerful central A/C and heating unit with Nest Thermostat

•Luggage rack

•Dresser

•Iron & Ironing Board

•Full size mirror

•Large bathroom with soaking tub + oversized walk in shower

•Hair dryer, curling iron and flat iron

•Hand and bath towels, toiletries, including shampoo, conditioner, body wash, hand soap, bath salts and more

•Pool towels, pool floaties, frisbee, cooler - everything you need for fun days in the water

•Lovely, covered patio with pool & mountain views, table for 2

•Kitchenette with microwave, toaster, drip coffee maker, fridge

•Plenty of unassigned street parking across the street from the unit


NEARBY ATTRACTIONS:

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•Music Festivals (Coachella, Stagecoach, Desert Oasis)

•Indian Wells Tennis Garden, home of the prestigious BNP Paribas Open

•75+ world class golf courses within a 20 mile radius, including PGA West and SilverRock

•Waldorf Astoria La Quinta Resort (walking distance) offers exclusive shopping, upscale restaurants, two championship golf courses, and a full-service spa

•Old Town La Quinta with restaurants, shops, public tennis courts, and festivals

•La Quinta Arts Festival

•El Paseo luxury shopping and restaurants

•Empire Polo Club

•Bike Rentals and Biking Tours

•Mountain Trails

•The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens

•Agua Caliente Hotel & Casino offers gambling and is a popular concert venue

•Palm Springs museums, shopping and nightlife is only 30 minutes away

•Palm Springs Aerial Tram is a 35 minute drive

•1 hour drive from Salvation Mountain

•Day trips to Joshua Tree National Park and other Jeep Tours through the desert

MUSIC FESTIVAL AND EVENT WEEKENDS:

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Coachella and Stagecoach are incredible festivals that bring thousands of music lovers to the desert cities each year. Security at Legacy Villas is increased and wristband systems are implemented to determine who can enter the 24-hour secured and gated entrance, thus ensuring the safety and security of all residents and guests. Bookings for these Festivals are subject to certain restrictions in terms of arrival/departure days, minimum night stays, minimum age requirements, etc. PLEASE BE SURE TO EMAIL US PRIOR TO BOOKING FOR DETAILS!

Also, we require that an adult 25 years or older always be present, there is absolutely no smoking inside the unit and no parties, events or photo shoots are allowed! QUIET TIME from 10pm-7am is to be strictly adhered to.

We respectfully decline bookings with check-in or check out dates on major holidays, including Christmas, New Years, 4th of July and Thanksgiving Day - our house keepers are not working on those days.

We look forward to welcoming you!

If you are coming with more people, check out our original "LA VILLA" property at Legacy that sleeps up to 8 guests at www.vrbo.com/1053654, or if you want this poolside location, but more space, a kitchen & 2 bedrooms, check out our LA CASA#3 at www.vrbo.com/2428922. Or LA CASA #4 that is directly adjacent to this studio at www.vrbo.com/2551136

P.S. Wir sprechen deutsch :-)

Property manager

Britta Wagner
Premier Host

Languages

English, French, German

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Amenities

Kitchen
Air conditioning
Gym
Parking available
Barbecue grill
Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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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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 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
Property Registration Number 247410

About the area

La Quinta

La Quinta is home to this condo. Old Town La Quinta and One-Eleven La Quinta Centre are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Palm Desert Cross and San Jacinto Mountains. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Indian Wells Tennis Garden or Agua Caliente Casino.
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La Quinta, CA

What's nearby

  • Rancho La Quinta Golf Club - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Old Town La Quinta - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • La Quinta Resort Mountain Course - 5 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Indian Wells Tennis Garden - 8 min drive - 6.3 km
  • PGA West Golf Course - 10 min drive - 10.3 km

Getting around

  • Bermuda Dunes, CA (UDD) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪In-N-Out Burger - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cunard's Sandbar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Morgan's At La Quinta Resort - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Fresh Juice Bar - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is La Casita #5* Romantic Studio* 12 Pools* WoW Views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at La Casita #5* Romantic Studio* 12 Pools* WoW Views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at La Casita #5* Romantic Studio* 12 Pools* WoW Views?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is La Casita #5* Romantic Studio* 12 Pools* WoW Views located?

Situated in La Quinta, this condo building is within 1 mile (2 km) of San Jacinto Mountains, La Quinta-Norman Course and La Quinta Nicklaus Course. La Quinta Resort Mountain Course and Bear Creek Trail are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anne W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simon H.

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

Perfect Palm Desert retreat

Very clean and well decorated studio room with patio. Lots of small thoughtful touches make a big difference . Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

GARY

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This is a great place to stay! Love it! Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Courtney C.

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

Great Location and getaway

Great 1 bedroom casita. Cozy and fun. Location was perfect for us. Host had it super cute and cleaned. Instructions were easy.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam E.

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

Another great stay

Another great stay at one of Britta’s properties!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martha F.

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

Consistently great accommodation and location

This property is exceptional in style and function. The neighborhood is busy and yet quiet. Very safe. Very convenient and easy access to the greater Palm Springs area.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary K.

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

Perfect

Casita #5 is a lovely, exceptionally clean, spacious studio with all the special touches and amenities one would need. We really appreciated the bottle of wine, snacks, and bottled water after a long day of travel. Loved watching the hummingbirds mornings and evenings on our patio (they were at the pool too!) and the beautiful mountain views. Britta's casitas are in the best location in the community. We enjoyed the quick walk to Legacy Grill at the main pool, and the lunch selections were delicious. Don't miss dinner and live entertainment on the patio at Arnold Palmer's in La Quinta! We visited La Quinta Resort next door, but were always glad to get back to the peace and solitude of our casita. We met our neighbors staying in one of Britta's two bedroom casitas, and we can't wait to return with our daughter and son-in-law. It's that perfect!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sondra M.

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

Perfect

Loved everything about our stay. Perfect accommodations & excellent communication! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

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

Wonderful

What a fantastic stay we had. It is a lovely room, great location, easy check-in and check-out process, and good communication with the host. We appreciate the great service. Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rodney

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Owner manager gives a great personalized experience. Lovely accomodations.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle C.

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

Perfection!

This place is amazing and comes with everything you need or could possibly want for an amazing getaway. Britta has outdone herself with the decorating and attention to detail. Parking is not an issue at all and the amenities in the community are top notch. With a pool steps from your back door, what more could you want? We will definitely be booking again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

GARY

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful place and location! Would love to stay again! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

LAURA G.

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

Exceeded our Expectations!

My husband and I stayed here while attending Stagecoach and the place was exactly as advertised- beautiful, well appointed, and a superb location. We were able to relax poolside during the day and were only a short ride to the festival at night. We would love to stay here again and highly recommend to anyone interested!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason N.

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

Britta Rocks!!

Britta is amazing her place makes u feel like ur at home. >The Nelson’s
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl J.

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

Lovely Serene Getaway

The property is beautiful. Well appointed and just perfect for a couple. The nearby pool and the covered patio area was a treat. The development is beautifully landscaped and maintained. Met some great neighbors, as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Colleen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
I loved everything about my stay at the property and especially enjoyed the studio. It was so clean and peaceful and Britta was such a gracious host.When I had an issue with my charger, she was extremely responsive and responded immediately. I loved my stay here and would highly recommend it. I can't wait to return again soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martha F.

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

Peaceful Place

Property is even better than it looks online. Community is quiet and beautiful. Close to hiking trails and anything you need.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

marci d.

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

Desert Get-Away

I planned a little get-away and was delighted when I stepped into this little oasis. A very charming and private casita stocked with everything I needed. The entire process and accessibility were extremely easy and seamless. I highly recommend this property and I will look forward to my return next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vicky and Gary T.

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

Attention to detail and very responsive host

Very cozy and romatic with all the comforts. Great attention to detail along with extras we really appreciated. The host really thought of everything in this unit and answered a few questions we had right away. Very comfortable bedding with everything you need in the small kitchen space with micro and frig. This unit has a large outside table steps from the pool through a beautiful flowering archway. We enjoyed the hummingbirds! The resort pool in front of the room closed for part of our stay. There are 11 others pools within walking distance so not a big issue. The on site cafe serves a wonderful breakfast but currently only open on weekends. The resort itself is meticulously maintained with fantastic views and tranquil fountains.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary K., Anacortes WA

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

Short getawY!

Our casita was great! We loved the location so close to Old Laquinta. It was very clean and cozy!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

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

One "Chic" Desert Retreat in La Quinta, CA

My husband and I very much enjoyed our stay at One "Chic" Desert Retreat over the Thanksgiving holiday. The property was perfectly located for us. It was clean as a whistle! Britta has a "decorator's eye." The apartment was tastefully furnished with some delightful touches. Sitting out on the back patio overlooking the pool was a special treat! The view of the mountains was spectacular! Many thanks for a relaxing stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary N.

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

La Quinta Paradise

Excellent
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

R&R

Everything that was advertised ! 😊❤️👍
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer A., Orlando , Florida

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

Chic retreat

Brita is absolutely wonderful to communicate with and to help plan the trip. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed the trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alexandre Z.

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

Beyond our expectations

From our arrival to our departure everything was easy and the host was very flexible. The propriety was very charming and very clean. Don’t trust me just try it !
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by Britta Wagner

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Hi there! I am Britta - an import from Germany, but I have lived in Southern California for the past 25+ years and still loving the never ending supply of sunshine :-)

Having worked in the travel industry for most of my life, my husband Robert and I have traveled extensively, including several trips with our 2 girls. We just LOVE staying at private vacation rentals, since it's just so much for comfortable, spacious and affordable, especially for families. So in 2009 we started "Mickey's Magical Getaways" and created 4 amazing vacation rentals by Disneyland and have since hosted well over 10,000 excited Disney fans.

Why they chose this property

La Quinta has always had a special place in our hearts and is truly one of our favorite spots on this planet. Is it the air? The sky? The mountains? The palm trees? The climate? We don't know for sure, but every time we come out to visit (even if only for a few hours), we come home relaxed and recharged.

For many years we stayed at the La Quinta Resort next door for our anniversaries. After 2 years of looking and waiting for just the right unit, we were THRILLED to find the perfect townhouse to buy at Legacy Villas in 2017.

"One CHIC Desert Retreat - La VILLA" (VRBO #1053654) was born. I put my decade of experience in design, decorating and vacation rental management to use and really went above and beyond to create an extraordinary place that is quite different from all the others at Legacy Villas. We believe in "more is more" and love to spoil our guests who keep coming back year after year, leaving us glowing 5 star reviews.

In 2021 we decided to expand and took advantage of a unique opportunity that we frankly couldn't pass up. We scored two 3BR, single story lock--off units that are directly adjacent to our favorite pool and RIGHT NEXT TO EACH OTHER! We split each 3BR lock off unit into a studio ("La Casita") with kitchenette and a 2 BR/2BA ("La Casa") with full kitchen, living/dining rooms. This enables us to accommodate groups from 2 all the way to 14 guests, or if you also want to add our townhouse, we can now sleep up to 22 guests all at once!


What makes this property unique

Single story with nobody above or below? Check!
Killer location directly next to our favorite satellite pool? Check!
Lock off option (with our adjacent 2BR LA CASA) with separate front doors, A/Cs and water heaters? Check!
Mountain views? Check!
Quieter backside of the community with no traffic? Check!
2 minute walk to the start of a gorgeous walking trail that surrounds the whole community? Check!

Come check it out for yourself :-)

P.S. If you fall in love with the desert and are considering to purchase a place of your own, please reach out! I am also an experienced realtor and would be happy to help you.

Languages:

English, French, German

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