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Gulf Front Condo in Popular Crystal Beach

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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12248.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Gym
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Destin, FL
  • Henderson Beach State Park
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Destin Commons
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Destin, FL (DSI-Destin-Fort Walton Beach)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bunk Room

2 Single Bunk Beds

Guest Room #1

1 King Bed

Guest Room #2

2 Queen Beds

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom

Guest Bathroom

Master Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Gulf Front Condo in Popular Crystal Beach

NEW to the Salt Water Vacations family of Vacation Homes!
This is a gorgeous four-bedroom condo located directly on the beach. This beautiful Destin gulf front condo is professionally decorated, painted, and equipped with top-of-the-line appliances and electronics. **Pool not heated andTobacco/Smoke Free Complex**
Dunes of Crystal Beach is a 20-unit luxury condominium complex that sits on 255 feet of beautiful beach and is located in the Crystal Beach community of Destin, FL. This beautiful Destin gulf front condo is professionally decorated, painted, and equipped with top-of-the-line appliances and electronics. The spacious, 2676 sq. ft floor plan, including the balcony, offers four bedrooms and three baths. Property amenities include secured and gated entry/exit, covered parking, two elevators, private storage, an exercise room, a Gulf-front pool and spa, stainless steel appliances, an ice maker, and granite countertops in the kitchen and bathrooms. The main bedroom is elegant and sophisticated, with a lovely king-sized bed, and offers access to the balcony and gorgeous gulf views. The master bath is splendid, with all of the extravagant touches a 5-star hotel would offer. This includes a large jetted soaking tub, a stand-alone shower, a private toilet room, separate double vanities, and one with a dressing table area! 
Relax on the covered oversized balcony while relaxing in the plush seating! This condo is exceptionally spacious, with enough seating for everyone. Other bedrooms include a king bedroom with an ensuite bathroom, a bedroom with two double beds, and a bunk room with two sets of twin bunks. Another bathroom in the hallway is spacious and convenient. A nice laundry room is equipped with a stand-alone washer and dryer! A dream come true! Paradise awaits those who choose Dunes of Crystal Beach 103. 

The entire property of Dunes at Crystal Beach is non-smoking and strictly enforced.

Daily Activities Included Every Day! To enhance your vacation experience, Salt Water Vacations includes Xplorie, which means admissions every day of your stay to some of the most popular attractions Destin has to offer! You can enjoy a daily value of up to $580 in fun activities:
     - Big Kahuna's Water Park
     - Multiple Golf Courses (Bluewater Bay, Emerald Bay, Regatta Bay, Golf Garden)
     - Parasailing with Gilligan's Watersports
     - Dolphin Cruise on the Sea Blaster
     - Indoor Family Fun at Urban Air Adventure Park
Click Here to see the fun Salt Water Vacations has in store for you!

Destin, Florida
The delicate white sandy beaches and shimmering Gulf of Mexico waters have enticed vacationers to visit the Destin, Florida, area for over 100 years. Situated between Panama City Beach and Pensacola on the Florida Panhandle, Destin has much to offer visitors from all over the world. Each day in Destin is filled with relaxation and majestic wonder. Imagine sipping your morning coffee enveloped in the comfort of a soothing sea breeze. Spend your afternoons soaking up the white sand beaches and the stunning ocean views. Bid adieu to another fabulously tranquil day with a well-deserved cocktail and sunset. Of course, there is much more to do here! Explore the local golfing, water sports, fishing, shopping, amusement parks, nightlife, and award-winning restaurants! There's something for everyone in wondrous Destin, Florida!
Salt Water Vacay Values
For more than 30 years, Salt Water Vacations has set out to exceed your expectations when it comes to planning and experiencing a dream vacation here along the stunning Emerald Coast. Getting to know our guests is an integral part of the process, and we take pride in being professional, kind, and accommodating. Personalized guest care excellence is at the core of our brand values as we strive to exceed your expectations.
Over the years, we have learned much about providing our guests with the best vacation experiences possible. Our local team knows the area well, and we love to share our recommendations on where to dine, shop, and play.  We have serviced Florida’s Emerald Coast with a variety of vacation rental homes, condominiums, and cottages in Destin, Fort Walton Beach, Navarre Beach, and South Walton, Florida. See for yourself why families choose Salt Water Vacations year after year!

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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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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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Destin

Located in Crystal Beach, a neighbourhood in Destin, this condo is near theme parks and on the beach. Destin Commons and Silver Sands Premium Outlets are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Destin Beaches and Henderson Beach State Park. Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and Fat Daddy's Arcade are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Destin, FL

What's nearby

  • Henderson Beach State Park - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Emerald Coast Centre - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Destin Commons - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • James Lee Park - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park - 5 min drive - 5.0 km

Getting around

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪LongHorn Steakhouse - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪World of Beer - ‬18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Gulf Front Condo in Popular Crystal Beach have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Gulf Front Condo in Popular Crystal Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Gulf Front Condo in Popular Crystal Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gulf Front Condo in Popular Crystal Beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Gulf Front Condo in Popular Crystal Beach located?

Nestled on the beach, this Crystal Beach condo building is within a 5-minute walk of Miramar Beach and Henderson Beach State Park. Destin Beaches and Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 77 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 77 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 77 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 77 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 77 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Check-in

7.4/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

7.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kathy S.

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

Nice

This was our 2nd time to stay at Dunes of Crystal Beach Condos. Love the location and private beach. Our family of 12 had plenty of room.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Rebecca H.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Love location of condo. While we had issues, property manager did her best to correct the issues.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bob S.

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

Beautiful view

A beautiful view, very confortable condo. Spacious common are and master bed and bath. Under new management
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
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8/10 Good

cris f.

103 review

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: the rental was great. some of the furniture and carpet is getting a little worn out. the facility and location is great
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10/10 Excellent

Amy W.

Wonderful spring break!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a great time at Dunes of Crystal Beach. The view was amazing from the huge balcony. We saw dolphins most days and enjoyed watching the surfers. The condo was clean, comfortable, and the kitchen very well stocked. We would definiately stay here again.
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10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth C.

103

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great location, spacious, kitchen outdated (countertops not even, water damage), after calling never received car gate remote, quick response for battery replacement in smoke alarm.
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8/10 Good

Deb M.

Dunes of crystal beach

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Overall our vacation rental was a great experience. When we arrived, there was pieces of glass on the floor in the dining area. Looks like a light bulb or glass had broken and had not been all swept up. The view from the balcony is wonderful. Kitchen is well equipped. King mattresses are saggy and need to be replaced. Only one dish towel and dish cloth is provided. Not enough for a month’s stay.

6/10 Okay

Shruti T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Beautiful location but issues with property itself

Pros : Very nice location, beach front, safe and secure and smaller building, not very crowded. Lay out of the condo is good with good size bedrooms and bathrooms. Cons - multiple issues with appliances not working as they should during our stay When I go to vacation, I dont want to to be calling property owners and rental agencies to fix things. Things should work as advertised/listed and it was the exact opposite what happened- not working dishwasher, DVD player, toilet making funny noises. You do not want to be washing dishes at home and on your vacation! I made calls to property rental agency atleast 3-4 times during my stay as if I was trying to get my own house fixed! I dont want to be doing that when I am renting an expensive condo. Maintenance did respond within 24 hours ; However, there was no acknowledgement of annoyance or proactive management of property owners to compensate for a frustrating stay which should have been a stress free vacation on the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

4/10 Poor

Dawn R.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Very poorly equipped and managed

We have stayed in this building many times before, always renting from individual owners. It was always wonderful. Now this management company has taken over and it's a whole different experience. We had problems beginning as we drove in to the property. The management company called to tell us the A/C was not working properly but a repairman was on the way. Ok...the repairman arrived and asked us what was wrong. We told him we had just gotten there and didn't know anything about it. He checked it out and said there was nothing wrong with it. Great. The next morning there was water all over the utility room closet where the unit is and no air blowing out of the vents. This is Easter Sunday. The repairman comes back out after 4 hours waiting on him and again says no problem. All week, sometimes it blew and sometimes it didn't. We quit calling because it was cool outside but it was very humid in the condo.The unit is very poorly equipped. There were two black wash cloths that were for makeup removal and that was it in the whole place. We asked for more three separate times. Each time they said they would bring some, we never got any. The kitchen has two small serving or mixing bowls, no decent knives and the dishes and silverware are all mismatched. There were 2 dish cloths and 2 dish rags. A family of 10 goes through a stock like that pretty quickly. We had to wash towels all week also because there are only two in each bathroom. The bed in the master bedroom is so tall, it needs step stools to get in...but there's not one! My husband and I climbed and rolled to get in and out, it's seriously too tall for comfort. No beach service came with the unit, something I missed in the description. I guess because it was so out of character for the building. We rented chairs which is an additional expense. The code for the lobby where the elevators are didn't work after the second day so it was just unlocked all week. The code for the beach gate had to be entered sometimes up to ten times before it would eventually open. The wifi code was copied wrong in the email we received and it was the day after we arrived before someone called us about it. Fortunately, we found it on the router and didn't have to depend on them. Finally the washer broke Friday night around 7 and they didn't call us back till Saturday right before we left. They were sending someone right over lol. We miss the old care and pride of place.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
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6/10 Okay

Jan B.

Staying at The Dunes

Rating Details: The property manager was adequately helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We have stayed in other units on this property. This unit had a high bed in the main bedroom that was difficult to access for 60 year old people

10/10 Excellent

Linsey N.

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

Beautiful and spacious

Unit was large and well equipped with easy beach access. Some wear noted to unit as expected for age. Loved the balcony and close proximity shops and restaurants!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Danielle S.

Wonderful! Great view, beach and pool!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We love this unit as it holds our family of 10 perfectly. Large refrigerator and ice maker a plus. Wonderful view of beach and the pool and hot tub are close. We have stayed here before and hope to again.

2/10 Terrible

Teri D.

Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Would never stay there again.

First of all, the contract wasn’t honored. When you sign something, you can’t just change it and expect people to be ok with that without even telling them. One toilet you had to add water to get it to flush properly. The beds sucked. Some of the balcony furniture was broken. There was no gate opener when we got there and when told about it, we never got one. The guy above us was rude and completely ruined family vacation. Would never stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

2/10 Terrible

debbie d.

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

most horrible week we have ever had in 30 years of coming to Destin

when we first arrived, the place is very big and nice. men were there working on the a/c and said that it was warmer than they liked. someone was working on it. at this time it was 76. we moved all our stuff in as we had driven 13 hours from arkansas to stay here. the most money we have ever paid on a condo. my daughter just finished her chemo and radiation as she has breast cancer. i'm a type one diabetic on a pump and bad asthma and we had two year old babies with us. anyway another man showed up couple hours later and said it would be monday before they could see if they get the part. talked with elizabeth and she said she would send over fans to help til monday, HA HA, sent one fan. if we wanted to go purchase more at walmart, they would reimburse us. which we did as it took 5 more fans to even begin to be tolerable. temp kept rising up to 81 degrees inside. the freezer was not working properly and our $500 worth of groceries that we purchased saturday, took forever to freeze, some popsicles not until 4 days later. it was miserable at nighttime. lady never called me on monday morning, so around 9:20 i called her and she said let me check and the part can not be there for 4-5 days after a comedy of errors, id gladly explain this to comeone but i just walked in to my door at home and dont want to waste my time trying to type all this. will never use this again and we plan to get with the florida attorney general office to explain this issue. friday night late, finally after much on our end, they agreen to give us a little money back and for the fans. did not pay for the new coffee pot we bought as there was not one and the amount of issues that everyone had to keep working on just to get it tolerable. temps never got below 77 and that was with two portable window ac which we had to vent out the sliding door from the den and we could not even use that to go outside. it was just unreal. so worst experience we had ever ever ever and sacrificed much to get to come here, but NEVER again. ao much more to this story but dont want to waste my time explaining it cause no one will pay attention anyway
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
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8/10 Good

Hilary M.

Family Vacation 2022

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The complex, Dunes of Crystal Beach, is FABULOUS! Location, amenities, etc. is absolutely perfect. This stretch of beach is pretty much unmatched almost anywhere in the United States! My family and I have been coming to this stretch for 20+ years.We were excited to stay at this location, two complexes down from our “original” spot, since it is large and provided the space for our now expanding families. Unit 103 is in a good location as it is close to elevator and somewhat private (not looking over pool or near beach access gate). The balcony is large and the views are to die for. The unit is definitely a bit dated, but that is not a big deal for our family. However, we were overall disappointed in the unit for the price. The bed mattresses were lumpy and old. Pillows were flat and old. Towels raggedy and dingy looking. There were NO hand towels or wash clothes upon our arrival in a unit that sleeps 12. Were were able to email the management company and have towels delivered that day, but still a hassle that shouldn’t have occurred. Upon arrival we had to purchase a coffee maker as the carafe for the one in unit was missing. There was a kurieg, but with that many people drinking coffee, kcups would have cost a fortune. The balcony sliding doors are rusted out and don’t close properly. The primary bedroom is nice, but the bed and bathtub situation are not accessible for elderly individuals. There are walk in showers which could work, but my dad was not able to stay in the primary bedroom as the bed is VERY high off the ground, so that was a bummer. Overall, we really enjoyed our vacation. The unit was clean and worked for the week, however for the price, we expected more. We are returning to this location next year, but checking out a different unit.
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8/10 Good

November 2020 Stay

Family gathering for Thanksgiving week.. Location right on the beach was great and condo had plenty of room for the 9 of us, While it was very serviceable the condo needs updating and new kitchen utensils.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Dody S.

Location

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Very nice. The view, the beach, the space. My only disappointments were cleanliness and lack of stocked items.
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10/10 Excellent

Charlotte W.

May 2022 Stay

This place is absolutely beautiful! Had everything we needed, everything worked and we had no complaints what so ever. Honestly it is the best places I have stayed in Destin. Will book again!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
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6/10 Okay

Kathy H.

So so experience

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The unit was just ok. We’ve stayed here before; however, this experience was less than expected. Unit is tired.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
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6/10 Okay

John G.

Not as nice as some other units we have stayed in.

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: When we first walked in, we were very pleased. It is spacious and has some nice appliances. After further inspection, however, some issues surfaced. The lock on the sliding glass door was unusable (we had to purchase a mop with a long handle to keep the doors locked). The sheets were too small for the beds, which resulted in waking up as a mummy. One person got a warm shower- there were 5 of us. We called maintenance to fix the door and the hot water immediately. Maintenance did a great job. This is the third Dunes of Crystal Beach condo we have stayed in....and we love the building. But this unit was not equal to our previous stays.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2022
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10/10 Excellent

John L.

A nice place to get away

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The condo was very spacious and clean. The condo accommodated our party nicely. The white sand beaches were very clean and just an overall treat to take a long stroll or just to relax. Part of the package was golf, parasailing and many more activities. Overall just a great family experience. Customer service overall was an A+ with the owners' and the condo company made everything easy and streamline. I would recommend this condo to family and friends. Great location close to restaurants and grocery. A nice outlet mall within walking distance.
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10/10 Excellent

bill r.

Great Vacation Rental

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a great time, condo was great, location was perfect, will rent again!
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10/10 Excellent

Misty B.

Girl's trip

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Wonderful stay. Very clean and spacious condo. We look forward to returning.

4/10 Poor

Jordan S.

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

Run Down - Read the reviews..

If your wanting a decent sleep while on vacation take note.. The beds in this condo are worn out and are shaped more like a bowl than a bed. The headboard is just about ready to fall off of the bed in the guest suite. The carpets in the rooms are also in bad shape and is apparent just by looking. The unit was plenty big and offered good access to the beach. For the price I was disappointed in the overall shape of the condo. I sent a message expressing my concerns to Destin Getaways with no response. We won’t be returning, nor would I recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tricia R.

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

Great location!

We’ve been to Destin many times but this was our first time staying at this condo. The beach is beautiful and the condo was as advertised. No complaints.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

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