Title: Arete Stay. Like country in the city! Big oak trees only 12 mi. from downtown Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Arete Stay. Like country in the city! Big oak trees only 12 mi. from downtown Holiday home in Austin with kitchen ## Photo gallery for Arete Stay. Like country in the city! Big oak trees only 12 mi. from downtown ![Dining - Arete Stay. Like country in the city! Big oak trees only 12 mi. from downtown (Austin)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78040000/78038300/78038202/a323c21b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Arete Stay. Like country in the city! Big oak trees only 12 mi. from downtown (Austin)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78040000/78038300/78038202/b13e1092.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Arete Stay. Like country in the city! Big oak trees only 12 mi. from downtown (Austin)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78040000/78038300/78038202/ec6356e9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV - Arete Stay. Like country in the city! Big oak trees only 12 mi. from downtown (Austin)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78040000/78038300/78038202/77742fb3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Arete Stay. Like country in the city! Big oak trees only 12 mi. from downtown (Austin)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78040000/78038300/78038202/efd3ca95.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Tucked away under live oak trees, this home offers a peaceful retreat. Enjoy the serenity of being far removed from streets and immediate neighbors, yet still within 12 miles of downtown. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Air-conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Arete Stay. Like country in the city! Big oak trees only 12 mi. from downtown Enjoy our brand new home peacefully tucked away under live oak trees in the privacy of the back half-acre of our property far removed from streets and immediate neighbors. Only 12 miles from downtown. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub - Bathtub or shower - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - Up to 9 kg per pet ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119120000/119110200/119110126/9bb3488a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Modern North Austin 4 Bedroom Stay Avery Ranch - Lakeline - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-21&selected=119110126&PinnedHotelID=119110126&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV, stereo, computer monitors](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74260000/74254700/74254674/eac4f01f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Peaceful Austin Oasis w/ King Bed I Private yard and BBQ l Centrally Located Central East Austin - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 26 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-21&selected=74254674&PinnedHotelID=74254674&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Microwave, oven, stovetop, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111940000/111937300/111937273/e36db305.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Uphill House East MLK - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Air-conditioning [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-21&selected=111937273&PinnedHotelID=111937273&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116860000/116850600/116850562/31fb1665.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### New East Austin Modern, minutes to DT, Domain, & Airport East MLK - Washing machine - Dryer - Air-conditioning - Parking available [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-21&selected=116850562&PinnedHotelID=116850562&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113030000/113022000/113021933/25f6b4fd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Downtown ATX - Unit A | Modern Home | Pool Govalle - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer 10 Exceptional 2 reviews £366 includes taxes & fees 7 Feb - 8 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=113021933&PinnedHotelID=113021933&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120430000/120420900/120420813/098990e2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### East Austin 3BR • Sleeps 8 • Free Parking • ACL + F1 Johnston Terrace - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-21&selected=120420813&PinnedHotelID=120420813&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120390000/120385400/120385326/e185b142.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Stylish 3BR Home + Private Pool North Austin Civic Association - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer 10 Exceptional 4 reviews £310 includes taxes & fees 12 Feb - 13 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-12&endDate=2026-02-13&selected=120385326&PinnedHotelID=120385326&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115910000/115909200/115909191/fb2eb933.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Relaxing 4BR Stay - 5 Mins to DT - Quiet & Central! 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Must inquire if available for by the hour rental. Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the property. ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 2 total (up to 9 kg per pet) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: friendly reminder-guests responsible for damages ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the area Austin is home to this holiday home. South Congress Avenue and Sixth Street are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Zilker Park and Lady Bird Lake. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Moody Center or Darrell K. Royal - Texas Memorial Stadium. [Visit our Austin travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Austin.dx178234) [View more Holiday homes in Austin](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Austin-Private-Holiday-Homes.d178234-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C30.19578%2C-97.83592&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=rTQv-UBRPdXFeWZC44Hz7ovDQNk=) Austin, TX ### What's nearby - ![Zilker Park showing a bay or harbor and kayaking or canoeing](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6080989/b6c1da85-1ac9-49b5-a6c2-77139cebc1f5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Zilker Park 11 min drive \- 8.1 miles - ![South Congress showing signage and shopping](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6219578/8c4d1e3a-237f-41a3-9d1b-94dc538eedf2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) South Congress Avenue 11 min drive \- 8.4 miles - ![Sixth Street showing a city and a sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6162901/eec2099d-1533-4560-a664-8493a14c8e72.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Sixth Street 16 min drive \- 10.9 miles - ![University of Texas at Austin which includes a sunset and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6080981/9593006d-fe2f-44c7-aaf1-3e1ff3b1b281.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) University of Texas at Austin 16 min drive \- 12.1 miles - Bannockburn Baptist Church 5 min drive \- 1.4 miles ### Getting around - Austin Station 15 min drive - Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) 19 min drive ### Restaurants - Lala’s South Pole 13 min walk - Taco Bell 4 min drive - Culver's 5 min drive - Whataburger 4 min drive - Starbucks 4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Arete Stay. Like country in the city! Big oak trees only 12 mi. from downtown pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Arete Stay. Like country in the city! Big oak trees only 12 mi. from downtown? ### What time is check-in at Arete Stay. Like country in the city! Big oak trees only 12 mi. from downtown? ### What time is check-out at Arete Stay. Like country in the city! Big oak trees only 12 mi. from downtown? ### Where is Arete Stay. Like country in the city! Big oak trees only 12 mi. from downtown located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Arete Stay. Like country in the city! Big oak trees only 12 mi. from downtown Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 34 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ### 10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kassidy C. 19 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Beautiful, cozy home. We loved how well stocked the house was and the location of the property was unbeatable. Very peaceful ##### Kassidy C. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alexis R. 1 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great hosts and even greater location. We enjoyed our stay, although short. The host were great and it's in a fantastic location. Close to everything but nestled away from the hustle and bustle of the city. We will definitely book again ##### Alexis R. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brenda B. 12 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Wow! What a wonderful time we have had at Arete Stay! Everything was absolutely perfect! From the beautiful exterior of the home to the clean and cozy interior that was stocked with everything we needed and more! We agree that this is the best rental we’ve ever had and plan to stay here many more times while visiting in Austin. We love it here!Bill & Rita are awesome hosts who have such a great attention to every detail we could have imagined. Looking forward to our next visit at Arete Stay!Thank you, Bill & Rita! ##### Brenda B. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 10 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family Fun Great location. Quiet space with outside space for kiddos to run around. Lots of board games to have fun inside as well! Great hosts! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Katelyn C. 7 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Our stay here was wonderful! We came to Austin for the weekend and the home was spacious with a FABULOUS porch that made for really lovely mornings together. It felt tucked away but also close to everything we needed. The kitchen was really well stocked, and it was easy to feel at home. It was plenty clean for us! I am a bit of a nut when it comes to cleanliness so I wasn’t thrilled with grime in the refrigerator, but overall had absolutely no impact on how pleasant the stay was. The cofffee bar, snacks left out, and really smooth communication with the hosts made everything feel easy. Our group would stay here again!! ##### Katelyn C. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Caitlyn N. 2 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Weekend Stay Truly could not have imagined a better stay. Rita went out of her way to make sure we had everything we needed for our first roadtrip with our baby - from high chairs, to bouncers, to crib, etc. The house and property truly cannot be beat - it’s hard to find that type of seclusion and peace but still be within minutes from all Austin has to offer. We would stay here again and again! ##### Caitlyn N. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Suzanne H. 10 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Near family in Cherry Creek We had a great 13 night stay at this location which was a 2 minute drive from our daughter’s home.The pool adjacent to the rental is possibly available for an additional fee, which was a nice option for our family.A great quality home that was private and quiet.We’ll be using this property again. ##### Suzanne H. Stayed 13 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### James N. 10 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family Time We had everything we needed at the property. Bill and Rita are great hosts and are in a separate house on the property which allows them to assist immediately whenever there is something you need. The location is great and silent. I would book again! ##### James N. Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Clarice H. 19 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful Gem This was one of the best VRBO properties- scratch that it was the best- that my family has ever stayed at. Perfect size, perfect backyard, exactly as advertised. Great communication with hosts. ##### Clarice H. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Phillip L. 26 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Weekend with family We didn’t realize how lucky we would be when we booked this fine house for a weekend out in Austin with my family. Bill and Rita were so kind and we felt welcomed by them and the house. Perfect location for getting into Austin and still having a quiet and cozy place to retire every evening ##### Phillip L. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### James E. 19 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place... amazing stay! It's a little oasis just south of downtown. Loved our stay here. My friends are already talking about a return trip. Very clean and well stocked. Hosts are great! Thanks again. ##### James E. Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Debbie W. 2 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Girls get away Lovely home Plenty of room Had a great time ##### Debbie W. Stayed 2 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Wendy 8 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Beautiful home, lovely porches and outdoor areas. Hosts nice. Great neighborhood. Master mattress not ideal. ##### Wendy Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kerri G. 12 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful property The house was beautiful and functional. We met Bill and communicated with Rita through the app. Both were great! The house was very clean and in a great location for what we needed. We look forward to returning again in the future! ##### Kerri G. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Minh P. 10 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Arete Stay This stay was such a treat. The hosts were very friendly and responsive to all questions. The property was fully furnished and had everything we needed and more! New and clean. Couldn't have asked for a bettery stay for a group of 7 in Austin, TX. Will definitely revisit when we go back to Austin. ##### Minh P. Stayed 4 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 21 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peaceful place to rest and recharge This is an amazing property. Beautifully designed with master and guest rooms on opposite sides of the home. Surrounded by trees you surely don’t feel like a major city is a few blocks away. It’s quiet at night and we had all the comforts of home. We were so appreciative of how calming the home was as we arrived both nights exhausted. Thank you for our stay. We can’t wait to come back. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Curtis U. 22 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Thoughtful hosts, quiet location Bill and Rita clearly put some effort into making this place comfortable for guests. Everything was extremely clean, the kitchen had everything we needed, and there were board games and yard games for us to use. There's a greenway nearby with pretty good connections to local parks which I really appreciated for my morning trail runs. They have a low-stress check-in and check-out which worked well for our inconvenient flight schedule. Thanks Bill and Rita! ##### Curtis U. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elba J. 19 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Getaway I didn't get to meet Rita and her husband but my daughter and her husband said they were the amazing. We had a wonderful stay at there place. They had everything we needed to cook meals and they had a Keurig and coffee which was a plus for us. We came for ACL weekend and then drive was about a 15 minute drive. I wish we could have stayed and extra day to just relax and enjoy the house a bit more. We would definitely stay again if available. ##### Elba J. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stephanie S. 23 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Gem in neighborhood of Austin My family and I stayed here for a wedding. The owners were very accommodating and went above and beyond to ensure we had a comfortable stay. The property and rooms were very clean and modern. Loved the breakfast nook with keurig and snacks. The decor and style of the home was very relaxing, with layout being spacious enough to accommodate six adults comfortably. Rita and Bill were very friendly and made sure we had everything we needed. Great location, close to downtown Austin and Dripping Springs, but private enough (at the end of a dead-end road) to feel more secluded. Thanks for a great stay! Enjoyed listening to the chatty morning doves every morning as well. ##### Stephanie S. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Loan L. 6 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Pleasant and Comfortable Stay Rita and Bill are incredibly kind and helpful hoats. Rita was great at communicating prior to stay. They stay on the property so it was convenient for them to help when the lock ran out of battery. Bill also greeted us when we arrived and offered to help us with our bagsThe home is very clean spacious (we had 5 adults and 2 kids) and had everything you could need. Bill and Rita are thoughtful and have extra amenities, games for kids, toileteries, etc. We very much enjoyed our stay and were very happy. Will be back next time! ##### Loan L. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rebecca G. 17 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Arete Stay/Peaceful This house was so nicely put together, and peaceful. It was so much more relaxing then what you would find at a hotel. It was close to so many things to do. The outside sitting area was relaxing. They had everything that you could need in the house. They did a great job at decorating down to the little details. They let us check in early when we had no expectations of even doing so. Rita and Bill are very kind people. Very attentive to detail and answer any questions you may have. I will be booking their house again when we make it back to Austin. ##### Rebecca G. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### sandra s., Nacogdoches 13 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### We couldn't have ask for more!!! Everything was extraordinary! First of all, Arete Stay was immaculate, both inside and out. The home is situated in a gorgeous, quiet and safe area with grass and beautiful trees, a perfect place for grandbabies and pets to run without the fear of traffic. The parking is just steps from the huge and inviting front porch, complete with rocking chairs. Inside, we found everything we needed, including large, comfortable spaces/rooms, beds, dining areas, baths and closets, linens and even a Keurig with a great selection of pods. And again, it was all in pristine condition. We are so happy and blessed to have found Arete Stay, and we will certainly try to stay here again. Thanks for making our little adventure to Austin so enjoyable! ##### sandra s. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stephanie B. 29 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wedding lodging Bill and Rita were wonderful, house was beautiful.. ##### Stephanie B. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kari B. 26 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely host and property Fabulous! ##### Kari B. Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Megan H. 15 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy This property is even more gorgeous in person! My family and I (2 adults, 4 yr old, 12 yr old) stayed here for 4 days and had a wonderful experience. We enjoyed all the provided games and loved that we were so close to so many different activities both in Austin and the surrounding areas. Bill and Rita are amazing and so accommodating! We made so many memories here and would love to return in the future. This was exactly what we were looking for, a little bit of home with the luxury of vacation. Highly recommend. ##### Megan H. 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