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Bayfront Paradise by AMI Locals
Private Pool and Spa
Outdoor Lounge Area
Poolside Loungers
Private Dock

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
5 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Hot tub on site
  • Garage parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Single Bunk Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Half Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Amazing waterfront home with pool and spa, close to beach!

Bayfront Paradise by AMI Locals
VRC18-000090

Welcome to Bayfront Paradise by AMI Locals, a spectacular 5-bedroom, 4.5-bathroom canal-front luxury home offering panoramic views of the Bay. Located in a quiet residential area of Holmes Beach, this coastal retreat combines elegance, relaxation, and adventure. With a private dock, heated pool and hot tub, and a game room with pool and ping pong tables, it’s the ultimate destination for families or groups seeking the perfect Anna Maria Island vacation rental. Just a 7-minute walk from Manatee Public Beach!

Highlights
• Canal front with private dock (boat-friendly)
• 7-minute walk to Manatee County Beach
• 5 Bedrooms / 4.5 Bathrooms
• 4 King beds, 1 Twin-over-Full bunk bed, 1 Queen sleeper sofa
• Private heated pool and hot tub
• BBQ Grill and lounge area
• Game room with Pool Table and Ping Pong Table
• 3 balconies with stunning bay views
• Beach wagon provided
• Washer and dryer
• Pet-friendly with host approval and fee
• 4 parking spaces

Your waterfront paradise awaits! Step outside to your private heated pool and hot tub, surrounded by lush palms and serene bay views. Relax in the outdoor lounge area next to the pool, perfect for sunbathing or enjoying a cool drink. The private dock offers seating right over the water, where you can watch dolphins swim by or cast a line as boats drift through the bay. A BBQ grill makes outdoor dining effortless, fire it up for a fresh seafood dinner and savor the meal as the sun sets over the bay. Inside, the game room keeps the fun going with both a pool table and ping pong table, ensuring endless entertainment for the whole group.

As you step inside, the three-level layout welcomes you with elegant finishes and breathtaking water views. The living room offers plush seating, a large TV, and floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the bay. The gourmet kitchen is fully equipped with stainless steel appliances, custom cabinetry, and bar seating, making meal prep and gatherings a breeze. The formal dining area invites conversation over family dinners, and the open design creates a seamless flow between indoor comfort and outdoor beauty.

The primary suite, located on the third floor, is a luxurious retreat with sweeping bay views, a king bed, and an ensuite bathroom featuring a double vanity, walk-in shower, and soaking tub. The second bedroom, also on the third floor, offers a king bed, balcony access, and a private ensuite bathroom with a shower and tub combination. On the second floor, two additional king bedrooms each feature balcony access and modern ensuite bathrooms with walk-in showers. The fifth room on the third floor includes a twin-over-full bunk bed, perfect for kids or extra guests, while a half bathroom and laundry area are conveniently located on the second floor.

Room Details
-Primary Bedroom (3rd Floor): King bed, ensuite bath with double vanity, walk-in shower, and soaking tub
-Second Bedroom (3rd Floor): King bed, balcony access, ensuite bath with shower/tub combo
-Third Bedroom (2nd Floor): King bed, balcony access, ensuite bath with walk-in shower
-Fourth Bedroom (2nd Floor): King bed, balcony access, ensuite bath with walk-in shower
-Fifth Room (3rd Floor): Twin-over-Full bunk bed
-Living Room (2nd Floor): Queen sleeper sofa

Bayfront Paradise is designed for comfort and convenience, featuring Wi-Fi, a washer and dryer, and a beach wagon to carry all your essentials to Manatee Public Beach. Guests can also enjoy easy access to the Anna Maria Island trolley, making it effortless to explore local attractions, shops, and dining. Grab a bite at nearby favorites like Skinny’s Place or Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe, both just minutes away. With host approval before check-in, dogs are welcome.

Offering unparalleled views, resort-style amenities, and a prime waterfront location, Bayfront Paradise by AMI Locals delivers the ultimate luxury Anna Maria Island getaway. Whether you’re lounging by the pool, fishing off your private dock, or walking to the beach, this home defines island living at its best.

Your unforgettable vacation starts here, book your stay at Bayfront Paradise by AMI Locals today!

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*Please note: 4 cars maximum are able to park at this home. We ask our guests to please plan accordingly and coordinate with your group. There is no overnight parking available for additional vehicles.

With host approval before check-in, this property accepts dogs only (No cats or other animals are allowed). An additional pet fee will apply. See our AMI Locals Rental Policies for full details.

This home is managed by AMI Locals, an Anna Maria Island property management company.

We do not accept reservations from anyone under 25 years of age. We do not allow persons under 25 to occupy a property unless accompanied by someone over 25 years of age.

Please Remember: "You are vacationing in a residential area. Please be a good neighbor by keeping the noise to a respectful level during the day and night. Excessive and unreasonable noise can deprive neighbors of the peaceful enjoyment of their private property." *Exceeding the noise ordinance could result in disciplinary actions including fines and/or termination of your rental agreement without refund.

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About the area

Holmes Beach

Located in Holmes Beach, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Bean Point Beach and Anna Maria Beach. Fish Hole Adventure Golf and H2O Watersportz are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and ecotours nearby.
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Holmes Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Bradenton Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Manatee Public Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Anna Maria Sound - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • West Coast Surf Shop - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Holmes Beach Beaches - 12 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Ugly Grouper - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Smoqehouse - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Skinny's Place - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Slim's Place - ‬7 min drive

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 38 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 38 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 38 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 38 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 38 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

8.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hector C.

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

Great experience

Love the views, got a lot of great pictures! Can’t wait for our next trip here. Thank you
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Oct, 2021
Hector, thank you for staying on the island. Endless views are everything here and we are happy to hear you got to capture it all. We look forward to hosting you again on your next adventure to the islands.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jen O.

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

Property Management

The property management was absolutely amazing. We had a few issues and they were on it. Not only did they take care of the issues in a timely manner but they also did follow up calls to make sure we were satisfied with the results. We will definitely rent this home again.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Dec, 2023
Thank you for taking the time to share your wonderful experience, Jen. We are glad you enjoyed your stay and hope to welcome you back soon!
Verified

8/10 Good

Alexandra L.

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

Our family vacation

The view was impeccable. The house was beautiful but needed some repairs. Pool was nice. Enjoyed sitting on dock looking at the water. Saw dolphins, jellyfish and birds. Pool table nice but pool sticks need tips and chalk. Less than 10 minute walk to beach. Very relaxing!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jun, 2021
Alexandra, thank you for choosing to have your past family vacay with us! We are thrilled to hear you enjoyed the home and got to see some marine life! The Pool table has been noted and we appreciate your feedback. We look forward to hosting your family again and you were wonderful guests to have!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly B.

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

Beautiful balance

We were very happy with our week’s stay at this property. We loved waking up to the bay views, wildlife and many opportunities to see dolphins, manatees, birds and go fishing. The pool was huge for those they didn’t want to always go to the beach and especially the little ones. Property had a nice floor plan with restrooms attached to nearly all bedrooms (except bunk bed room), spacious and areas to hang dry swim suits, towels, spread out outside and have some shade too. Ping pong and pool were great bonuses as were the bikes and some beach stuff. Really great location. Only recommendation would be the family room area could use new furniture and have more comfortable seating for a house this size.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

ROBBIE H.

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

Great response.

There were minor problems in the kitchen and hot tub. Both were rectified in a timely and professional manner.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jun, 2022
Robbie, thank you for your past stay at Bayfront Paradise. We apologize for issues that interrupted your stay, but great to hear they were quickly resolved. Your feedback is much appreciated. You were wonderful guests to host and we hope to have the pleasure of you returning back for your next island escape.
Verified

8/10 Good

Jodie F.

Clean with amazing bay views

The property was very clean, nice and spacious with attentive owners, but Anna Maria island was substandard. The people (not the owners) were rude and not friendly, the traffic is horrific, and it is halfway underwater. Impossible to bike places with kids. There are many wonderful places in Florida and this island is not one of them. If you want to come here though, I would recommend this house.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar, 2020
Hi Jodie, Thank you for recommending our home as a nice and clean place to stay. I am so sorry to hear that you were disappointed in Anna Maria Island. That is certainly rare and unusual feedback. Unfortunately, during your stay there was a very large cold front storm that hit our sea level barrier island. In most areas of the United States this means snow, ice, non-drivable roads, and snow days to hit the slopes; but; in Florida it means rain, wind, high surf, and some flooding. As you know we got about 6+ inches of rain in about a 48 hour period. We also had 30+ mph winds that brought some rough seas for our Gulf waters, and that brought some higher than normal high tides. Since our barrier island is at sea level, all of these factors did create some flooding throughout the island, especially those lower spots on the island. I apologize that this interrupted your bike riding with the kids and affected your stay so significantly. Riding bikes around the island is one of my favorite things to do on Anna Maria, and I can tell you with 100% confidence that it is an amazing activity. I’m sorry that the weather didn’t allow this, and I’m sorry that some of the local business owners and residents may have been in a little bit of a down mood because of the weather. Our island is almost always a beautiful paradise, full of smiling faces from guests and residents alike, so I am sorry that you were not able to experience that. Hopefully you will change your mind and decide to give Anna Maria Island another chance and come back and stay with us again in the future. Thanks again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa L.

Perfect home for our group of eight adults!

We arrived find this home spotless and ready for our group of eight which consisted of three married couples and two single ladies. The four master suites are amazing! The twin over full bunk room had an awesome view of the bay. We enjoyed the beautiful full bay views as we sat in the living room/dining room and when we relaxed by the heated pool. The beach is a very short walk from this home. We walked to the beach several times and even ate breakfast there at a local cafe one morning. Jenn had everything ready for us when we arrived and left her phone number in case we needed it but we didn't need to call because everything was perfect! We plan to return!
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar, 2020
Dear Lisa, Thank you so much for your kind review and feedback. Jen and I are thrilled that you enjoyed our home. I will pass along your feedback to our housekeeping team, I know they'll love to hear that feedback as well :). We always want our home to be perfect for our guests, and we work very hard to ensure that it is perfect for them. We love when our guests enjoy our home and this beautiful quiet little island, and it sounds like you did just that. Quick walks to the beach, fun times by a heated pool with open bay views, and great little cafes definitely help our guests relax and enjoy themselves. Thank you so much for trusting us with your vacation accommodations, and you're welcome back anytime. We look forward to it! Sincerely, Adam and Jen
Verified

6/10 Okay

Alejandra Z.

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

Many broken things

The house was nice, clean, good location but many inconveniences. AC not working properly, fridge not working, had a replacement for two days and had to go downstairs every time we needed to grab things out of it. The deck alarm sensor fell down in the middle of the night and didn’t stopped making noise at 3:00 am. The pool heater didn’t work correctly… paid a lot of money for si much hassle we went through
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Mar, 2023
Alejandra, thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. We are glad you enjoyed the home and its convenient location. Please allow us to apologize for the issues during your stay, as we understand your frustration. Though we regret this took place, we can now report that our team has restored everything to working order. We hope to have the opportunity to host you in the future!
Verified

4/10 Poor

scott c.

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

Property did not meet expectations

Property power was out for first 6 hours after arrival- property mgmt team provided no options on backup plan for housing in case power did not go back on- pretty much on our own. 1. Cable box not working in family room- had to pull from another room myself; property mgmt never replaced during stay. 2. Refrigerator leaks at bottom- had to keep towel at bottom of appliance 3. Water leak in ceiling downstairs when it rains. 3. Built in microwave does not work- they had small replacements on counter- but for a property this size- replace the microwave. 4. Numerous bricks/tiles are loose on pool and spa- safety issue in my opinion. 5. Door handles in back patio loose. This should be a very nice property but in my opinion, is not being looked at after usage in the way it should. Couches are stained, many of the walls should be repainted. Very unfortunate-
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Chris O.

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

So many problems.. Oh my, where to start!?

the good: looks nice, the view is great, the people at AMI who dealt with our many problems were polite and they tried to be effective. the bad: it started at the front door, the coded lock didn't work and could not be fixed all week. it wasn't the end of the world but more a sign of things to come. One of two furnaces didnt work. There was a delay in getting it looked at (I wont push since one of those days was Christmas) It was unusually cold out - the entire main floor was upper 50's at night and too cold to enjoy during the day. Our texts are promptly answered but the delayed vendor missed the fix on cold day 2, ordered a part on cold day 3, and we went 3-4 days with no heat in the main living and 2 bedrooms. >no water for the great looking master bathtub - unusable all week I was told a part was ordered but in 6 days they didnt get it operable >things missing or falling off walls - missing toilet paper rack (replaced after 2 request and 2 days) hanger, towel rack that fell off (fixed that week) The main living room curtains fell off the wall. I asked that they just take them away if they couldnt fix since we didnt need them - after a few reminders they were taken out of the house on day 5-6. >the pool and hot tub wont heat when the air is below 50 - (I would say that is closer to 60) the system also only heats one or the other. I'll spare you the details on the service requests for this, I just dont think its the right system for a house that rents for this price range. Even the pool service person told me that a cheap screen to block the air off the bay would help >a shower didnt drain, this was fixed pretty promptly. >Service people and service texts: again nice people but I had to do all of the follow up. and they seemed to have little vendor control. I was constantly texting for updates. most calls you get different person and have to start over with them. Anyone would expect so much more for the money. It's a good house in a wonderful location. It wasn't prepped well and there are some cheap materials. I would have thought that having what seems like a large rental company with staff would be an advantage, a call line, vendor pull - but in this case i think it hurt us. I got a credit but was told I couldnt have the amount I thought was fair. I dont need an apology, just improve for others, but I wouldnt do what I see you do with others and refute facts, I have a long embarrassing text list available.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Mar, 2023
Chris, thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. Please allow us to apologize for the issues during your stay, as we understand your frustration. We have passed your feedback to our team and can report that the problems you mentioned are now resolved. We sincerely hope you will return and stay with us again, giving us another opportunity to improve your experience.
Verified

8/10 Good

Kristy T.

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

Great view & location

Paying for the view & location. Although both where great, this property is over priced. Don’t get me wrong, the house is beautiful, but the patch ups on this house is why I feel this house is over priced. There was a seaweed “muck” that formed around the dock that stunk (this being out of the property owners control). We’ve stayed at several properties through VRBO & with all things considered, if all the patch ups where fixed I would stay here again. AMI would be considered a must visit!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Liv F.

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

Fantastic Friends Getaway

We travelled with 5 couples to Anna Maria. House was just as pictured. Amazing view with lots of wildlife (dolphins, manatees, rays, small shark and birds) sightings everyday! Walking distance to the beach and a few restaurants. The free trolley system is great if you do not rent a car or golf cart. Would have bee awesome to have a bathroom on the pool level along with a wet bar and/or small fridge for cocktails but then I guess we would not get our daily stair steps in going up to the kitchen to make them. ;) One thing that was wrong on the listing was the shared hallway bathroom. This bathroom is on the main level (2nd floor) not the upper level (3rd floor) so the people in the bunk room had to go downstairs to use the restroom. Our one main complaint are the beds. They are horrible. Very hard and VERY loud every time you turn you feel like you woke the whole house. Otherwise we had an amazing time!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Jun, 2021
Liv, thank you for choosing to have your recent friends getaway with us here on the island! Sounds like your island adventure and marine life siting was awesome. We appreciate your honest feedback and suggestions and have passed on the information to our team. We hope to have to pleasure of hosting you all again soon. You were wonderful guests.
Verified

8/10 Good

Nancy M.

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

Great Vacation

Our group really enjoyed being on the bay with a dock and nice outside seating. Minor problems were fixed in the first couple days. We liked the quiet neighborhood and the quick walk to the beach. All in all it was a lovely two week vacation with friends.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Jun, 2021
Nancy, thank you so much for you and your friends visit to the island. We love hearing that you had a great time and got to enjoy the outside paradise. We hope to have the pleasure of hosting you again on your next adventure!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy O.

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

Beautiful house and area.

House was very clean and beautiful. Lots of space for big families. Pool was very refreshing. Dolphins and manatees visited everyday. Kitchen well stocked with pans, pots, etc. Pool towels were a plus.
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jul, 2021
Thank you so much Tracy for your visit to the island. We love being your home away from home while here and hope you have the chance of visiting us again! Your feedback is much appreciated and thrilled to know your time here was perfect and the marine life is always a plus!
Verified

8/10 Good

James H.

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

The View!

Overall, great time. For what you pay, the place needs to provide better kitchen supplies and it was not cleaned to par with what I’d expect. We cleaned after checking in and found many spots that were not cleaned in awhile such as handrails to stairs. The place is huge and great for large family. Pool and dock were out hangout spots. Very quiet and close to restaurants and shops
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeremia R.

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

it was wonderful. everything was good. plenty of room. one bedroom on main floor was uncomfortable

the property had plenty of space. four bedrooms with their own bathrooms was a plus. extra storage space for all our gear.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jul, 2021
Jeremia, thank you for your past stay with us! We are thrilled to hear your stay was wonderful and that the home was a perfect fit. We hope to have the pleasure of hosting you again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathy C.

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

Beach Home

Great location, nice property, helpful rental company. The property was not thoroughly cleaned and when we arrived I assume the previous guest left fishing bait in the lower room and the house stunk horribly. Also the kitchen items are very worn and would have been great to have "starter" items like foil, etc Like other rentals have proviced.
Verified

8/10 Good

Eric M.

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

Bayfront paradise Nov 2019

The house was beautiful. Views outstanding. all had a great time. Minor complaints: Beds very squeaky especially the master suite. Semi-well equipped but for the price would expect better quality pots, pans etc. Those are very minor though. all in all a great time. Anna Maria island beaches are beautiful, good resteraunts etc. we will be back to the island
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar, 2020
Thank you for your review Eric, we appreciate your feedback and will review these issues with our guest services team.
Verified

8/10 Good

Dustin D.

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

Weekend Trip

For the most part everything was great. We had blast and love the location. The only minor issue we had was the beds were a little squeaky but in the grand scheme of things, not a big deal. Overall the house was as advertised and we loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar, 2020
Thank you for staying with us, I'm so glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alison b.

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

Fantastic location

Fantastic property with beautiful views which we will never forget! Saw lots of dolphins and a few manatees from the villa. Anna Maria Island is so pretty - it has a village feel to it. We enjoyed going to the Sandbar - the view was amazing! My family fished and mainly caught catfish off the dock and were trying desperately to catch something else. The only negative thing I can think of is that the water flow in the kitchen and our ensuite was very slow, other than that all was good. I would definitely like to return in the near future.
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar, 2020
Thank you for staying with us, I'm so glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified

8/10 Good

Frank L.

Stay at Holmes Beach

Good call
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Juan G.

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

Family vacation

Beautiful home. Island is gorgeous, views are incredible. Home was very spacious. Would stay again.
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar, 2020
We're glad you enjoyed your stay, we look forward to hosting you again :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

richard c.

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

Very comfortable home with fantastic views and amenities.

We had a large group and everyone was confortable and had plenty of space. Kids really enjoyed the pool and pool table. Close to beach. Would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ruth B.

Great house!

We had a really wonderful stay. The house is spacious and clean and the pool was great. The location is so fabulous too. We wish we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel B.

Great view

Very nice property with an amazing view. Very close to beach and restaurants and publix. Calm area and was nice for a week long stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2019
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