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Charming Cottage LITERALLY on Lake --Pet Friendly with Guest Cottage

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Porch overlooking the lake in main cottage
Property grounds
view from the porch
Living area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 82000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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Romulus, NY
  • Place, Cayuga Lake
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Varick Winery and Vineyard
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Cornell University
    ‪43 min drive‬
  • Airport, Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4 Detached Guest Cottage

1 Double Bed and 1 Double Futon

Primary lakeview bedroom

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 2 in main cottage

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3 in main cottage

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Bathroom 4 in Detached Guest Cottage

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Primary bedroom ensuite bath

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Charming Cottage LITERALLY on Lake --Pet Friendly with Guest Cottage

Lake house right on the water! New renovation include kitchen, 3 season porch/sunroom, 3 full baths and 1/2 bath, mini split AC/Heating Unit! Special features include one-of-a-kind 1300 sq. ft. dock and a large 3 season in porch with spectacular views of the lake. ---Large porch features two sitting areas and a large dining area. You can spend your whole vacation on this porch in any season!!!. Watch movies on lower level with projector and screen and popcorn machine -- all included....
Multiple seating and dining areas inside and outside all with lake view.
Work remotely if needed with high speed wireless.
Separate Guest Cottage has its own full bath, sitting area, and mini kitchenette. Ideal for couples on vacation or families traveling with grandparents. Home is located on the West shore of Cayuga in the widest part of the lake. It can easily accommodate 8 people.
Pets Welcome. ($75 pet fee)
150 Feet of Lake Front! Huge Dock! Big back yard: 1 1/2 acre. Spend time at the lake with the canoe, kayak, or the paddle boat or just hang on a float. Play games on a lawn such as Bocce or Cornhole, yahtzee, dominoes, connect four, tic tac toe.
Fully equipped kitchen and outdoor grill. Fire table on dock.
Lounge chairs on dock; adirondack chairs around a firepit. Dog leash so dogs can access grass, beach, water, and dock and still be safe.
Knotty pine interior and wood stove make a relaxing environment for your time away. Located in the middle of the Cayuga Wine trail. It is 30 miles north of Ithaca and 12 miles from Seneca Falls.

Home has great-room with sitting area around a wood stove, and another sitting area facing a bay window over looking the lake. Main cottage has a lakeview bedroom w/ queen bed (attached full bath), 2 additional bedrooms with double beds, and another1 full bath.

Separate guest cottage has: full bath, full-size bed, futon (full size,) microwave, refrigerator, toaster oven, toaster, coffee maker, and breakfast table.


lakeview primary bedroom ensuite: full bath and a queen size bed.
2nd Bedroom: double bed.
3rd Bedroom: double bed.
guest cottage: double bed and futon that pulls out into double bed and full bath and kitchenette.

150 feet of beach-front and yard across the road for dogs and children to play.
High-Speed Internet Connection.
Cable TV. DVD player. Movie projector and screen to make lower level of porch into a movie theater. and popcorn maker.
Separate guest studio with double bed and double size futon.
16 x 20 two-tiered three season porch w/180 degree view of the lake.
1300 sq ft platform dock.
Lower level: Sitting Area.
Upper Level: Dining Room.
Canoe, life jackets.
washer/dryer.
Fully equipped kitchen: refrigerator, oven, stove-top, microwave, toaster, coffee maker and dishwasher.
Air-conditioned bedrooms.
Gas grill.
Living room w/ wood stove.
Inside dining room.



Keywords: Single Family
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

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

Children allowed: ages 0-17
Great for children; can swim, boat, play in yard
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
Prior approval is needed for more than 10 people
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total
Dogs welcome. approval needed for more than 2
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is allowed outdoors ONLY.

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please clean up dog waste and cigarette butts from outside.
Please place all boats against the house and any outdoor games, life vests, etc. to under the house.
Please return any indoor and outdoor furniture to original position.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
The maximum number of Overnight Guests is 8. Maximum number of Guests on property at one time is 12. Unrelated occupants must be at least 30.
A life vest must be worn at all times when boats. All Guests must be supervised by water. Quiet hours 10 p.m. to 9 a.m.
Quiet hours 10 p.m. to 9 a.m.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 12
Note from host: prior approval is needed for more than 10 people
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Romulus

Located in Romulus, this cottage is in a rural area and on the beach. It's A Wonderful Life Museum and Seneca Museum of Waterways and Industry are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Peter Whitmer Log Home and Bridge Street Bridge. Muranda Cheese Company and Seneca Lake Sprayground are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Romulus, NY

What's nearby

  • Cayuga Lake - 1 min drive - 0.4 km
  • Varick Winery and Vineyard - 2 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Sampson State Park - 15 min drive - 20.5 km
  • Cornell University - 43 min drive - 61.7 km
  • Watkins Glen State Park - 45 min drive - 71.9 km

Getting around

  • Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Knapp Winery & Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Fargo Bar & Grill - ‬41 min drive
  • ‪Jw Bait & Tackle - ‬32 min drive
  • ‪Jason's New York Pizzeria - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪Aurora Inn - ‬41 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Cottage LITERALLY on Lake --Pet Friendly with Guest Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Charming Cottage LITERALLY on Lake --Pet Friendly with Guest Cottage?

As of Apr 1, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Charming Cottage LITERALLY on Lake --Pet Friendly with Guest Cottage on Apr 19, 2026 start from $533, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Charming Cottage LITERALLY on Lake --Pet Friendly with Guest Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Cottage LITERALLY on Lake --Pet Friendly with Guest Cottage?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming Cottage LITERALLY on Lake --Pet Friendly with Guest Cottage located?

Nestled on the beach, this Romulus cottage is within 2 mi (3 km) of Cayuga Lake, Varick Winery and Vineyard, and Lakeshore Winery. Swedish Hill Winery and Goose Watch Winery are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 53 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 53 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 53 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 53 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brooke A.

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

Comfortable and clean home in a spectacular locatoon

We had an incredible stay on Lake Cayuga
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything about this property was great. The host, Janice, definitely went the extra mile to make our stay as enjoyable as possible. She added nice touches to the property, had great communication, and made the check-in process seamless. She really ensured everything was taken care of so we could just relax and focus on our vacation. The property itself is as close to the water as you can get and is great for kids, pets, and fun for adults. We will definitely look to stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
This property had everything we could image. We brought the regular "stuff" needed, but ended up taking it back home. Even the weather was perfect. One little hick-up - we got a flat tire on our boat trailer on our way home.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allison M.

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

Everything you could possibly need!

Loved our stay at this Cottage. It had absolutely everything you could need for a relaxing time. Even in cooler temperatures, we had plenty to do. Heaters worked great in the sunroom to be able to enjoy the panoramic view of the lake while staying warm. We will definitely be back to utilize this lovely home again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

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

Super fun lakefront spot

Thank you for a great experience and for sharing your vacation home with our group. We had a ton of fun and the lake was amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Theresa H.

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

Romulus Stay

Nice lake No fish during our stay
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

BRENDA M.

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

Annual family vacation

This had everything we were looking for: Easy access to the lake, no close neighbors (very quiet), plenty of small group sitting areas inside and out. Owner provided clear instructions for using everything on the property and kept in touch during our stay. The kitchen and bathrooms were amazingly well stocked. From boats and games (inside and out) to easy access to Cayuga Lake attractions, we couldn't have asked for more.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David M.

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

Our family vacation

Great location, awesome sunrises ! Everything you need is there. Outside area and screened in porch is amazing! Perfect place for your family vacation. Janice is very friendly and accommodating host. Thanks for a great time and letting us enjoy your lake house. Can’t wait for our next family vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie C.

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

Beautiful

Even better than the photos. A beautiful place to play with kids, read a book, and unwind. The property set up with the guest house was perfect for an inter generational vacation with Nana. Will hopefully be back next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marisa P.

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

Perfect Getaway Spot!

We stayed for 2 nights but wish we could have stayed longer! This is a wonderful property - meticulously maintained and the host literally thought of everything to make our stay comfortable. Right on the water, with the guest cottage right across the street, so a lot of space for sleeping and spreading out! The view is gorgeous, with lots of windows and outdoor space to sit and relax. We will definitely be back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gwen K.

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

Lovely week on the lake

The house was in a prime location - right on the lake! It was well equipped with all of the items we needed. We love to cook and did so every day. Everything was well thought out with the rental to make it as enjoyable as possible. The two story sunporch was amazing and when we were indoors that's where we were. Thanks, Janice for sharing your little puece of heaven with us.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe P.

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

Great spot right on the water!

Janice has a lovely place and the house is full of a lot of ambiance and fun things. Our extended family and three dogs had a great time! Lots to do and see in that area, plus just canoeing around and playing corn hole. The only thing I'd mention is that the road separates the main house and the Eisenhower cottage and it has a lot of fast moving traffic on it. Overall we loved it and will return.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Valerie V.

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

Great Vacation

Good location, right on the water. My dog had a blast in the Lake. Enough room for all 6 adults, 2 big dogs and a baby. would definitely rent here again. The owner was very quick responding to any questions we had. The only thing I would recommend is make wifi available in the cottage and change the blind in the cottage bathroom. Janice thank you so much for a great stay!!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandy G.

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

Perfect place!

I loved this little cottage! We were celebrating my daughters wedding this weekend at Cayuga lake state park which was a short distance away and this cottage was the perfect size. Being the mother of the bride,I loved the little apartment across the road,was nice and quiet and cute. The porch was a great place to sit at night and listen to the waves. Nicely stocked with everything we needed. Thanks for sharing youre space with us,look forward to staying here again. Sandy Gorall
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Thomas C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Cayuga Lake is beautiful

Cottage is beautiful. Road traffic from Route 89 is loud and sometimes vibrates the house. I was surprised to see that some cleaning wasn't done so I did it. After that we had a great time on screened porches and in canoe on lake.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa F.

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

Ladies wine tasting weekend

wonderful getaway on the lake! the screened in porch is EVERYTHING. 3 comfortable bedrooms in the main cottage, one with a half bath en suite, plus a full bath and another half bath in the main cottage. we put an air bed in the living room (however, no AC in the living room, just window units in the bedrooms). the guest cottage has a full bath, a comfortable bed and a futon, and paintings of Eisenhower everywhere 😂 we loved this place, and Janice was wonderful and so helpful, offering advice to help plan our wine tasting itinerary. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca S.

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

Cozy lakeside cottage

We had a wonderful time at the cottage, celebrating a 50th birthday. The house itself feels like a home. Everything is comfortable and feels like real people exist in the space - unlike a cold condo or hotel. Every amenity is provided and the extra personal touches really made us feel welcome. Location is fantastic. The dock, beach area, and screened porch allow enjoyment of the lake whether you want to be in the water or relax on dry land. Janice is a fabulous host & made sure everything was ready for our arrival. Communication was easy. The info kit covered so many great recommendations for indoor and outdoor fun nearby. I'd absolutely come back to this cottage again. It really feels like home from the first moment you walk through the door.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kellie B.

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

Home comfort right on the water.

The house fit our needs perfectly! We stayed for 6 nights and I think my husband actually shed a tear the day we left. The screened in upper and lower decks were perfect for my mom (83 years young), as she had a bird's-eye view of everything from there. The dock was perfect for my husband's boat (18'), which we tied off every evening without incident. Our dog lived it even more than us... If that's possible. We are already thinking about next year's trip. Janice was an angel to work with. We felt like we were a part of her family. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020
Archival

8/10 Good

Margaret T.

Absolutely stunning view of the lake

What a great place to stay with a large group. It is right...I mean right on Cayuga lake. The location is very rural and peaceful, but central to several wineries and parks. About 15 minutes from the historical town of Seneca Falls. There are four outside seating areas, including a table with seating for 8 in the lanai (FL term for screened in patio). There is also a nice fire pit that we unfortunately didn't have time to use. I went with my mother, her two sisters, a good friend of my mother's, and my poor solo-man husband, so it was nice to have the guest house all to ourselves. The property was clean and well maintained. Janice provided very good directions and customer service. The listing was mostly accurate. We had one issue and that was the bottom bunk with the double bed does not have a mattress; instead it was just covered with a thin plastic like pad and a blanket, which rendered it useless to our adult group. It was described as for children, but I guess I would recommend moving one of the real futon mattresses, for example the one in the guest house, to the bottom bunk for comfort. All other beds were comfortable. I would definitely recommend this cottage to others and may stay there again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2016
Verified

8/10 Good

Ailis F.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Pros and cons

Thank you for allowing us to stay in your home Some Pros: The lake and views are breathtaking Kayaks and paddle boards and great deck to enjoy the lake. Wonderful sunroom and heater was a nice touch. Allows dogs!!! Fully stocked kitchen 2 half baths one full bath Fenced in area Some cons: It's very much a home and you feel like you are staying in someones home. The house has Musty, camp smell. You have to park across the street. the street is high speed very nerve-racking up crossing the street with kids and dogs The pictures were not accurate or Up to date. Looked nicer in the photos. Kids were looking forward to projection and movie night ( one of our night was raining) Popcorn machine looked gross we didn't use could not find projection as shown in photos( sharing so owner is aware) The welcome basket was dingey used cups with a bottle of wine and a wrinkled bottoms of a purse pack of almonds ( it was comical) im mentioning this because I don't believe the owner of the camp put this together and should be aware. The guest house is a garage and very much looks and feels like a garage. Very disappointed Overall my family enjoyed the time away, I understand Finger Lakes are expensive but I feel like I paid for the view and outside area not the house.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie F.

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

Perfect location

The property was in a great location in Lake Cayuga. Close to vineyards on Cayuga and Seneca. Janice was a pleasure to deal with. The house had everything we needed for our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Nancy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

extremely close to main highway.

Cottage was nice and we very much enjoyed the enclosed porches. The cement dock is nice, however, we were disappointed that we were unable to dock our boat there. I wish we had known how close to the highway the cottage was, approximately 10 feet from a road that is traveled at high rate of speed in that area. Fortunately, we were able to keep our dogs out of the road for the most part until the last night we were there when they managed to bolt out the door when we were coming home and ran straight into the highway. Thank the Lord that nothing was coming and we were able to safely get them back into the house. Janice is an awesome host, and the welcome gifts and parting gifts for appreciate it. Thank you for a enjoyable week Janice.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph G.

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

Great for a family vacation!!!

Beautiful cottage , Large water front , Great big cement dock.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Nicole O.

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

Relaxing and fun get away!

The cottage is close to the water which made it easy to cast a line out for fishing and sitting on the screened in porch listening to the lake. It was very relaxing. Fun times on the kayak and paddle boat which you can also fish from 🎣🙂. Janice is very responsive and her cottage is wonderful but that screened in porch is awesome!!! A lot of wineries are close too! The guest house is adorable. I would recommend staying here. Thanks Janice!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Awesome lakefront home!

We loved staying at this home. It was just about perfect for our needs ... it's dog-friendly, kid-friendly (two small but nearly-identical sized bedrooms for our girls worked out perfectly), and friend-friendly with the separate guest house across the street. Janice was an absolute pleasure to work with. She replied quickly and accurately to any questions we had, and the nice touches like treats and toys for the kids, dog, and grown-ups were all greatly appreciated! This is one of the better vacation rentals we've seen in terms of amenities ... plenty of dishes, plates, shampoo & conditioner, towels, boats, fishing supplies, and lots more. The layout worked well for our group, and the two-level sunroom is amazing. Just a few (very) minor comments for awareness for future renters ... - The photos show a swing set in the yard, but there is no swing set. This was a bit of a disappointment for our girls as this was a strong selling point for this home. But there is a nice playground a few minutes drive down the street. - The guest house kitchenette is functional, but our friends had to stop by several times for things that could easily have been included like silverware. - As other reviewers have mentioned, the parking & guest home are separated from the main home by a road. It's not particularly busy, but the cars drive FAST. Just be aware if you have small kids or dogs! Overall, we loved our trip and would absolutely return to this wonderful home. Thanks Janice!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

About the host

Hosted by Janice DeLucia

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This is my home away from home. I fell in love with Cayuga Lake when I was a freshman at Eisenhower College at the top of the lake, now the Northeast College of Health Sciences. My children grew up spending summers here boating, sailing, swimming.

Why they chose this property

Since I have spent some much time at the cottage ---- for the summers that my children were growing up the whole summer -- I hope that i have created a unique place for people to rent and also to feel at home. The kitchen is fully stocked; the porch was designed so you could practically live out there; the lakeview main bedroom was redesigned so that you can lay in bed and see and hear the lake; the decorations are a combination of pictures by local artists as well as things that remind people to enjoy their vacation and their life.

What makes this property unique

Stunning views of the lake from porch, seating area, kitchen, and main bedroom. Steps to the lake. Can swim, float, canoe, kayak, or paddleboat. Porch is great place to relax, eat, play cards and games, make the lower level into a movie theater with movie projecxtor and screen provided (and popcorn maker) or just watch the boats go by. Multiple seating areas and dining areas inside and outside . Separate guest cottage is great for couples or grandparents traveling with family who want a little space sometimes.

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