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Family Waterfront Haven on the Saco River, Private Road, Hiking, Outdoor Fun

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Welcoming committee all agog to meet you!
On the “yoga” rock in the middle of the river. Brenda's favorite perch.
Living room. Lots of books, a couple of hundred of DVDs in the cabinets, toys...
Another view.
The Master Bedroom. I often wonder why it isn't called the "Missus" Bedroom.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6157.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Bartlett, NH
  • Attitash Mountain Resort
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Story Land
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Diana's Baths
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Fryeburg, ME (FRY-Eastern Slopes Regional)
    ‪51 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Family Waterfront Haven on the Saco River, Private Road, Hiking, Outdoor Fun

Welcome!

Our home is on the Saco River and surrounded by three mountains. The house is on a (really) quiet, dead-end, private road (10 mph speed limit) on which only a few cars travel. Rush hour is two cars crossing. Happens a couple of times a week.

The house has three bedrooms and two bathrooms:

- The Master bedroom graced with a queen bed and an attached bathroom. The room looks out onto the river.
- The second bedroom also has a queen bed, and looks out to a mountain.
- The third bedroom looks out to the mountain as well. It has two twin beds and a spare twin memory foam mattress stored under one of the beds.

In total, the house sleeps 7 in 3 bed rooms. There is a comfortable couch in the living room in a pinch and a twin pull-out sofa.

The kitchen is fully equipped. This house is literally home, so we stock it to live in, not pass through. We keep adding tools at random - the most recent was a potato masher. D'oh. Recently, one of our daughters castigated us for omitting a meat mallet. We replied that it was out of consideration for her husband. Not really, but she left herself open to that, don’t you think?

Our deck overlooks the river. We have air conditioning and heat (in case the AC is too cold). But the best part of summer is being able to open the windows and let the fresh air in (yes, fresh), and listen to the river rushing by. The Saco is beautiful. Clear as a bell. (In the winter one of us likes to crank up the heat, open the doors and listen to the river as he writes. You can imagine what She has to say about that. No meat mallet...

Our house was built by a gentleman who is 6’ 4” tall, so all the doorways are tall and the ceilings high. The basement ceiling is beyond reach of us shorter people. The attached garage is huge. Brenda has been eyeing it for her workbench and tools (she has more power tools than most men AND knows how to use them all), but I am resisting on your behalf; I don't know how long I can hold her off. She's strong - she's a woman after all.

We have WiFi, a library of about 200 DVDs, tons of books, and quite a few games and toys. Prime Video, Netflix as well. But come on, do you really want to watch TV in the White Mountains?

IF you need to work, our WiFi is great - we often have four family members working remotely at the same time, (a couple of them crunching massive amounts of data). And two to four others streaming at the same time. They haven't noticed any lags.

We provide all linens, a lot of towels, etc. We wash all of them of course, including the duvet covers and shams.

We are near (15-20 minutes) Storyland, North Conway outlets, Attitash skiing and zip lining, and the White Mountain National Forest. About 20 minutes from the Washington Hotel - a truly posh place to enjoy a drink or a meal. Not to mention Bretton Woods, the largest skiing facility in New England. Hikes galore , as well.

We highly recommend you stow your cell phones and just listen to the river. It'll wash away your stress as it does ours. Grab a plastic wine glass or cup, sit on the big rocks in the river and have a beer or whatever. Maybe a snack or two. It is wonderful. Really.

We keep our house CLEAN. We stock each bathroom and kitchen with cleaning materials because one of us gets distracted on his way from one place to another searching for stuff. He's like a little kid that way. Paper towels, tissues, and toilet paper provided, of course. Plenty of spare rolls of toilet paper in each bathroom.

And we leave you a new, wrapped sponge (don't you hate someone else's used one?).

Do drop us a line. We'll be happy to tell you more! Meanwhile, we wish you the best of health.

Brenda and Ajith

Property manager

Ajith & Brenda Dissanayake
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
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Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 32
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Note: Our house is NOT childproof.
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Events

No events allowed
No parties or events please.
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
* Due to our uncertain times we have no cancellation penalties. We will refund 100% if you need to cancel 24 prior to check-in.

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
Note from host: No parties or events please.
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Bartlett

Located in Bartlett, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Story Land is a popular area attraction and if an activity is on the agenda, Attitash Mountain Resort and Cranmore Mountain Resort are worth checking out. Nor'Easter Mountain Coaster and Hartmann Model R. R. and Toy Museum are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with water tubing and rafting nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hunting and hiking/biking trails.
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Bartlett, NH

What's nearby

  • White Mountain National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Attitash Mountain Resort - 12 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Story Land - 18 min drive - 14.8 km
  • Diana's Baths - 28 min drive - 20.2 km
  • Cathedral Ledge Lookout - 30 min drive - 21.3 km

Getting around

  • Fryeburg, ME (FRY-Eastern Slopes Regional) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Matty B's Mountainside Cafe - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Joseph's Spaghetti Shed - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Cabin Fever Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Bart's Deli - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Crawford's Pub - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Family Waterfront Haven on the Saco River, Private Road, Hiking, Outdoor Fun pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Family Waterfront Haven on the Saco River, Private Road, Hiking, Outdoor Fun?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family Waterfront Haven on the Saco River, Private Road, Hiking, Outdoor Fun?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Family Waterfront Haven on the Saco River, Private Road, Hiking, Outdoor Fun located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps away from White Mountain National Forest and Saco River. Bear Notch Ski Touring and Snowshoe Center is 2.6 mi (4.1 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nick P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our Stay on the Saco
Very peaceful, relaxing , beautiful setting. Our hosts had everything we could ask for. Conveinent access to stores and restaurants. Would love to stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

James K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely place
The house is nicely appointed and the location by the river is awesome. Highly recommended.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shane S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
fall colors
Very nice and clean place. Quiet, by a river, everything worked, good kitchen with all the things you need to cook.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great everything!!!
This lovely home on the Saco River is by far one of our most comfortable rental homes to daterentapproperties.There was
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the Tiger House
Great place
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauren C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Friendly
Had an amazing last minute short vacation with my family. There were lots of books and the kitchen was well stocked. The hosts were quick at replying to any questions I had about the area. And the location was great, we were able to walk out the back door and right down to the Saco. We enjoyed the fire pit. I appreciated how clean the house was especially since my daughter is crawling. Definitely going to stay again next summer!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Crystal B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible Hub to a Winter Wonderland
Brenda & Ajith were incredible host! They thought of everything one would need to have an enjoyable stay. From the abundance of linens, supplies to cook and clean with, to the sleds provided. They left you wanting for nothing that was essential. We had an amazing time experiencing all the things a Winter vacation could bring. The house was very clean and comfortable. Beds were great, water pressure was good and the downtime was even amazing with all the games, puzzles and books available. We highly recommend Cranmore for tubing, Wildcat to learn to Ski and Attitash to practice what you learned! Muddy Moose, Moat Mountain and 110 Grill where all great eats! The Cog was also a fun adventure. Thank you to such thoughtful host that made you feel comfortable using what was provided.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another great stay
Our second time staying at The Tiger House. We love everything about the house and it’s location. You won’t be disappointed.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joseph A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Last minute getaway with friends and family
The house was absolutely amazing, and just what we were looking for. Just a mere steps right from the river with a nice swimming area. Host was great and attentive. The home had all that we needed and more! The house had amenities for families of all shapes and sizes and can cater to families or just friends. With the sounds of the river and the ability to gaze at the stars at night, every visitor has the chance to capture the nature of the white mountains.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful weekend
Went with my family over Memorial Day Weekend. House is well equipped and very clean! Kids loved the tigers and alligators. Had lots of games and dvd selections. Close to hiking and biking trails. Weather was beautiful. Yard needed some TLC. Owners were very communicative and available. Overall was a wonderful weekend. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy T., East kingston, NH

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful vacation
The Tiger House is a peaceful place to stay. The house is clean and has a fully equipped kitchen. Open the windows at night and fall asleep to the sounds of the Saco River flowing by. Great place to bring your river raft and enjoy a free ride to the RR bridge.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

joan b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best vrbo experience ever!!!
This is honestly the best vrbo experience we’ve ever had!! The house is amazing- spotless, so comfy, and the sound of the Saco will lull you to sleep every night! But the best part is the incredible hospitality and kindness of the hosts- they really went above and beyond to make our stay just perfect! Best place in White Mountains by far!! Just go- you won’t regret it!!
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet getaway
The experience started with the first communication with the host. Very warm friendly welcome to make sure things we ok. Checked in a couple of times during stay. Excellent property well furnished and comfortable with everything you need. We highly recommend this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy J., Wrentham, MA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing spot!
House is very nice, clean, spacious and beds are super comfortable. Beautiful spot right on Saco River. I loved sleeping listening to the river. We also were blessed to see a bear! What a great experience! Would love to come back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Trisha D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family-Ready, Great Location, Super Clean
We had such a great stay. While the weather didn’t cooperate, the owners provided so much family-friendly entertainment whether you are two or sixty-two. Everything was clean and well-maintained. The Saco River is steps from the deck at the back of the house. The sound and sight of the rushing River was spectacular. The owners were incredibly friendly. We cannot wait to return.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Christmas Vacation ski trip!
Brenda and Ajith were easy to communicate with and have a wonderful home over looking the Saco River and picturesque mountains. The house was very clean and the perfect size for our family of 5. They had everything you need from a fully stocked kitchen to games and videos and books galore. The location was perfect with Attitash right down the street and other mountains close by such as Cranmore and Wild Cat as well as many restaurants and local establishments. We highly recommend renting their home!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeff R., Hamden, Connecticut

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Late summer mountain getaway
Communication with the host was excellent leading up to our stay. They also checked in via text after we arrived to see if we needed anything. The property was as listed. We were happy the kitchen was well stocked as we cook most meals in being that our daughter has a peanut allergy and it’s not easy to eat out. The Saco River sounds fill the house.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Ajith & Brenda D.

Serene
We spent 2 weeks in this scenic area in a very quiet and private neighborhood. The home is very relaxing to be in, with comfortable furniture in every room. We so much enjoyed watching the sunrise shining on the rocky mountain peak from the living room, and having our morning coffee in the breakfast nook or the spacious porch watching the Saco river in the back yard. The location is private but close to many attractions, as well as North Conway for shopping. Brenda and Ajith were wonderful to work with, and I can’t recommend them highly enough. Can’t wait to return!

10/10 Excellent

Karen P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful fourth stay!
We had a wonderful fourth stay at Brenda and Ajith’s peaceful river home! We love this house and love renting from Brenda and Ajith. The house is comfortable and well equipped. We’ve made many meals in their kitchen and have always found everything we could need. We love the location, right next to the Saco River and a close drive to Story Land and North Conway. We also really enjoy spending the afternoon playing around in the river and relaxing on the deck overlooking the river. Brenda and Ajith are always quick to respond and happy to help. We really appreciate how much they prioritize their guests' comfort. You can tell that they really want everyone that visits to have a great stay. I highly recommend Brenda and Ajith, and their wonderful home! We are looking forward to returning again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful River Home!
We have an amazing return stay at Brenda & Ajith’s peaceful river home! Brenda and Ajith are wonderful, nice people, who have been a pleasure to work with during both of our stays. They are responsive and eager to make our vacation as comfortable as possible. The river right behind the house is fun and convenient. Our two kids (4 and 2 years old) love playing in the river - scrambling around on the rocks and tossing rocks into the river. It’s wonderful to have such a nice, relaxing, and exciting spot right outside your door. The house is very clean and well equipped. The kitchen has everything you’d need to cook a nice meal, and the house has plenty of towels, toilet paper, paper towels, etc. The living room and all the bedrooms are very comfortable. We also appreciate the house’s close proximity to Story Land and other Bartlett/Conway attractions. I highly recommend Brenda, Ajith, and their wonderful home - We are already looking forward to returning this fall!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous people, fabulous home
I can rave all day about Brenda and Ajith. They are exceptional hosts and quality people. We had a serious situation come up that may have forced us to cancel our vacation. Ajith called me personally, letting me know we could reschedule without penalty. Happily, my husband was released from the hospital with some restrictions and we left for Bartlett the next morning. The Tiger House is clean, comfortable and there are plenty of household essentials such as bath towels and paper products; very much appreciated. The area is beautiful and quiet with the exception of the rushing Saco River 42 steps from the house. The sound of the river is soothing and put an exclamation point on our stay. The area is fabulous and the fall foliage without words. If you are lucky enough to stay here, please take good care of the Tigers. Don’t worry, they are very low maintenance.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another wonderful stay!
We had a wonderful third stay at Brenda & Ajith’s peaceful river home! We love this house - it’s clean, well equipped, and in a great location. The kitchen has everything you need to cook a nice meal. The house has plenty of supplies like towels and toilet paper. The living room and all the bedrooms are very comfortable. The location of this house is wonderful - the Saco River is right behind the house. Our two kids (4 and 2 years old) love playing in the river. They scramble around on the rocks, toss rocks in the river, or swim around in the deeper parts on the other side. We have hours of fun just footsteps away from the house! We also enjoy how close the house is to Story Land and the Conway Scenic Railroad. We love renting from Brenda and Ajith. They are wonderful, nice, communicative people. They are very responsive and always eager to make our stays as comfortable as possible. I highly recommend Brenda, Ajith, and their wonderful home - We have already booked another return trip this fall!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous people, fabulous stay
I can rave all day about Brenda and Ajith. They are exceptional hosts and quality people. We had a serious situation come up that may have forced us to cancel our vacation. Ajith called me personally, letting me know we could reschedule without penalty. Happily, my husband was released from the hospital with some restrictions and we left for Bartlett the next morning. The Tiger House is clean, comfortable and there are plenty of household essentials such as bath towels and paper products; very much appreciated. The area is beautiful and quiet with the exception of the rushing Saco River 42 steps from the house. The sound of the river is soothing and put an exclamation point on our stay. The area is fabulous and the fall foliage without words. If you are lucky enough to stay here, please take good care of the Tigers. Don’t worry, they are very low maintenance. Note: We booked this trip with the intention of staying through the 10th. When alternate plans fell through, Benda and Ajith allowed us to extend our stay though the 11th. We are very glad we did.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Liz L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Stay!
Fabulous experience! The hosts are extremely helpful, friendly, and accommodating! We stayed this past weekend when temperatures were record lows. They made sure everything was up and running, checking periodically to ensure we had all we needed. The house is in a great location—the Saco is right in back—so beautiful and peaceful. It’s a ten minute drive to Attitash where we went skiing. There are numerous trails close by and the railroad tracks are less than a quarter mile from the house, so we had a beautiful walk along the tracks. There’s also a place to rent snowmobiles right down the street. The house literally has everything you need and more! I think they put in their description how they have tons of tissues, paper towels, toilet paper, etc. It’s nice to unpack and NOT have to go to a store and purchase items that you wished were there. They had ALL we needed. The beds are super comfortable and the water pressure & temp are amazing (ladies, if you’re like me, that’s important when trying to get the shampoo out of long hair). I can’t say enough good about the property and the owners—truly, caring, eye-for-detail hosts. This VRBO was one of the best we’ve had to date! Thank you Ajith and Brenda for an amazing experience! We’ll definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location in the white mountains
Check in process was very easy. We were contacted well ahead of time with instructions. Brenda and Ajith sent out an informative packet including local restaurants and things to see, which was great. The property was just as seen in the pictures. Everything was stocked and very clean. The location was on a quiet road and semi secluded. The best part of course was the Saco River access right behind the house. While it was too cold to swim you could easily walk out and sit on the rocks to enjoy the incredible views. Overall it was a great experience and I wouldn’t hesitate to book this location again in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

About the host

Hosted by Ajith & Brenda Dissanayake

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Brenda says:

Brenda:
For our wedding "march" we chose "The Dream of the Dolphin," a beautiful, surreal song by Enigma. I remember how happy I felt, strolling down the side lawn in my blue wedding dress, on my father's arm. Just as we came into the full view of 50 guests seated in the back yard, the music suddenly switched to "Devil in a Blue Dress." And I decided to keep walking (to the minister, that is, not back to the street). (Ajith: It was sooo worth the four hours I spent splicing part of the song into the wedding song. I'm still alive...)

We have been with VRBO since 2004, since its humble origins as CyberRentals. We listed our previous property in Provincetown for 12 years and have had over 100 guests. We had a 5-star rating.

Ajith:
She let me live.

Why they chose this property

Brenda:
I grew up in a southern New Hampshire but we went camping a LOT. I came to love the White Mountains region early on, particularly the pristine rivers.

We looked for just the right place in New Hampshire for 6 years, preferably on the Saco (my favorite) or some other river full of boulders and swimming holes. And trout. We wanted to be on a river where you can see and hear crystal clear water rushing by, where you can look down into the water and count individual stones.

We also like to see some unique touches on the outside of a house, so upon seeing this simple home design from the driveway, our first thought was no... this is not the one.

But then we walked inside and met the owners. i think we fell in love with them first, before we fell in love with the property. They had it custom built, and it showed that this was their dream house in every way. The basement ceiling is unusually high and gives the space a clean, open feel. The main house feels open and light. The house is situated as close to the river as is legally allowed (50 feet). When the doors and window are closed, you hear nothing. But when you open a window or slider, the roar of the river just blows you away. The sound is peaceful.

On the opposite side of the property, the Conway Scenic Railway train slowly rumbles by, 3-4 times a day during the summer. You can just see it through the trees. KIDS LOVE THIS. The passengers wave, we wave back, too corny but we get a huge kick out of it. One of us sometimes pulls his tongue out at them. They respond with the same.

Over all, it's relaxing, comfortable and flat-out gorgeous. It's truly a place to go if you want your troubles to melt away. Serene.

Ajith:
What she says, of course. It's safer for me.

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