Title: Peaceful countryside setting, private pool yet close to the village. Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - 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 # Peaceful countryside setting, private pool yet close to the village. Family-friendly villa in Chalabre with a fitness centre ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33590000/33585200/33585164/cf9bffeb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33590000/33585200/33585164/abb934d0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33590000/33585200/33585164/7daf60f4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, DVD player, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33590000/33585200/33585164/dfaeacfe.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33590000/33585200/33585164/3552590c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies In the heart of Cathar country, Les Cerisiers offers a tranquil retreat. This medieval village home features a private balcony overlooking the garden and swimming pool, perfect for relaxing in peace and quiet. The modern kitchen is equipped with essentials like an electric range cooker and Neff dishwasher. With high-speed WiFi, you can stay connected or get some work done at the desk. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61830 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Dryer - Washer - Fireplace - Parking available - Gym ## 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. ### Peaceful countryside setting, private pool yet close to the village. Les Cerisiers is a large house on the outskirts of the medieval village of Chalabre, surrounded by farmland and forest in one of France's 'hidden secrets'. The area is wonderful for walkers and cyclists and the mountains are very close. There are lots of family-orientated attractions close-by and the Mediterranean beaches are an easy drive away. The local French people are very friendly and welcome visitors. Chalabre is just one kilometre away and has a small supermarket, cafes, restaurants, doctor, pharmacy, butcher, baker, etc. The accommodation comprises the complete top floor of the house with separate entrance and separate access to the pool and grounds. The owners live on the ground floor and there are no other guests. The modern fitted kitchen is equipped with electric range cooker, washing machine, microwave, fridge/freezer and Neff dishwasher. One bedroom is a double with ensuite shower and wc. The second bedroom is a double and the third has twin beds. The main bathroom has a full-size bath with shower - perfect for bathing the children at bedtime. And if guests find they can’t leave work behind there is a desk and free wifi, subject to reasonable use. We provide a welcome pack of basic food items, just in case you arrive too late for the shops. Outside - a door from the dining room leads onto a private balcony overlooking the garden and the swimming pool beyond. Steps lead down to the garden, which has a barbecue area and table in the shade of tall trees. A few steps further lead to the 10 metre x 5 metre swimming pool. A large play/recreation area is beyond the pool; as the pool is fully fenced, children can play safely in the garden separated from the pool area. Beyond the immediate garden, a gate leads to woodland and the L'Hers river, or you can turn left or right and follow the field boundaries which follow the river banks. Or just curl up with a book in the shade of a tree and relax in the peace and quiet. Beyond - the area is heaven for walkers and mountain bikers, with literally hundreds of official paths and tracks leading through the hills and mountains (maps are available to consult and plan your routes). Road cyclists can travel for miles on quiet, almost traffic-free roads. The area offers a wide range of attractions within easy reach; the beautiful medieval town of Mirepoix with its Monday market, the dinosaur museum at Esperaza, the prehistoric cave paintings at Niaux (one of the few remaining where you can actually visit the original paintings rather than replicas) and the remarkable city of Carcassonne, a World Heritage site that from a distance looks like a Disney movie set. The hot springs at Ax-Le-Thermes are housed in modern, purpose-built baths and are a great outing for everyone. You are in the heart of Cathar country here, with its rich heritage going back hundreds of years. Fans of Kate Mosse ('Labyrinth', 'Sepulchre' and 'Citadel') will feel at home, and there are many Cathar castles to visit, most of which are perched on mountain-tops. We provide all bed linen, towels and pool towels. \----------------------------------------------------------------------------- « Les Cerisiers est une grande maison située à la périphérie du village médiéval de Chalabre, entourée de terres agricoles et de forêts, dans l'un des "secrets cachés" de la France. La région est idéale pour les randonneurs et les cyclistes et les montagnes sont très proches. Il y a de nombreuses attractions familiales à proximité et les plages de la Méditerranée sont facilement accessibles en voiture. Les Français de la région sont très amicaux et accueillent volontiers les visiteurs. Chalabre se trouve à un kilomètre et dispose d'un petit supermarché, de cafés, de restaurants, d'un médecin, d'une pharmacie, d'une boucherie, d'une boulangerie, etc. Le logement comprend tout le dernier étage de la maison avec une entrée séparée et un accès séparé à la piscine et au terrain. Les propriétaires vivent au rez-de-chaussée et il n'y a pas d'autres hôtes. La cuisine moderne est équipée d'une cuisinière électrique, d'un lave-linge, d'un micro-ondes, d'un réfrigérateur/congélateur et d'un lave-vaisselle Neff. L'une des chambres est une chambre double avec douche et toilettes. La deuxième chambre est une chambre double et la troisième a des lits jumeaux. La salle de bains principale est équipée d'une baignoire et d'une douche, ce qui est idéal pour donner le bain aux enfants à l'heure du coucher. Et si vous ne pouvez pas laisser le travail derrière vous, il y a un bureau et le wifi gratuit, sous réserve d'une utilisation raisonnable. À l'extérieur, une porte de la salle à manger mène à un balcon privé donnant sur le jardin et la piscine. Des marches mènent au jardin, qui dispose d'un coin barbecue et d'une table à l'ombre de grands arbres. Quelques marches supplémentaires mènent à la piscine de 10 mètres x 5 mètres. La piscine étant entièrement clôturée, les enfants peuvent jouer en toute sécurité dans le jardin, séparé de l'espace piscine. Au-delà du jardin immédiat, un portail mène à la forêt et à la rivière L'Hers. Vous pouvez également tourner à gauche ou à droite et suivre les limites des champs qui longent les berges de la rivière. Vous pouvez aussi vous blottir avec un livre à l'ombre d'un arbre et vous détendre dans le calme et la tranquillité. Au-delà - la région est un paradis pour les randonneurs et les vététistes, avec littéralement des centaines de sentiers officiels et de pistes menant à travers les collines et les montagnes (des cartes sont disponibles pour consulter et planifier vos itinéraires). Les cyclistes peuvent parcourir des kilomètres sur des routes tranquilles, presque sans circulation. La région offre un large éventail d'attractions à portée de main : la belle ville médiévale de Mirepoix avec son marché du lundi, le musée des dinosaures d'Esperaza, les peintures rupestres préhistoriques de Niaux (l'un des rares endroits où l'on peut visiter les peintures originales plutôt que des répliques) et la remarquable cité de Carcassonne, un site classé au patrimoine mondial qui, de loin, ressemble à un décor de film de Disney. Les sources d'eau chaude d'Ax-Le-Thermes sont situées dans des thermes modernes, construits à cet effet, et constituent une excellente sortie pour tous. Vous êtes ici au cœur du pays cathare, dont le riche patrimoine remonte à des centaines d'années. Les amateurs de Kate Mosse ("Labyrinthe", "Sépulcre" et "Citadelle") se sentiront chez eux, et de nombreux châteaux cathares sont à visiter, la plupart étant perchés au sommet des montagnes. Nous fournissons tous les draps, les serviettes de toilette et les serviettes de piscine. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the villa: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area - Wood stove ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Stereo - TV with cable/satellite channels - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village - In the mountains - Near a hospital - Near an outlet shopping centre ### Things to do - Bicycles - Gym - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Rafting nearby - Sailing nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Swimming nearby - Windsurfing nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Bicycles - Garden - Unit size: 1,830 square feet ## Similar properties ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33470000/33468500/33468408/139d1b22.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Charming villa in the heart of the hills - Special discount end of September Donazac - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi 9.6 Exceptional 79 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-07&endDate=2025-12-08&selected=33468408&PinnedHotelID=33468408&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33480000/33471100/33471100/014dc721.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Mirepoix architect-designed villa bright heated pool gym wifi air-conditioning. 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No food, glass or China in pool enclosure. No smoking inside. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### 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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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 ### We should mention Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed GBP 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation A car is recommended for transport to and from this property ## About the area ![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%7C42.96758%2C2.00577&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=OHtTmROC9IVQONgIyvNFZdtPjFA=) Chalabre, Occitanie #### What's nearby - Château Chalabre - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles - Château de Montségur - 28 min drive - 16.0 miles - Les Monts d'Olmes - 45 min drive - 25.1 miles - Historic Fortified City of Carcassonne - 52 min drive - 35.0 miles - Château Comtal - 54 min drive - 35.6 miles #### Getting around - Quillan Station - 34 min drive - Carcassonne (CCF-Pays Cathare) - 68 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪La Fontaine de Fontestorbes - ‬14 min drive - ‪Le Joug - ‬10 min drive - ‪Abbaye de Camon - ‬11 min drive - ‪Café des Sports - ‬2 min drive - ‪Там где Лёша омтавил мне,теперь уже реально. - ‬5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Peaceful countryside setting, private pool yet close to the village. have a pool? > Yes, this property has a pool. ### Is Peaceful countryside setting, private pool yet close to the village. pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Peaceful countryside setting, private pool yet close to the village.? > On-site parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at Peaceful countryside setting, private pool yet close to the village.? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Peaceful countryside setting, private pool yet close to the village.? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Peaceful countryside setting, private pool yet close to the village. located? > This family-friendly Chalabre villa is located in the mountains, 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Château Chalabre, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Lac de Montbel and Château de Puivert. The Nature Trail And The Green Labyrinth and Château de Lagarde are also within 12 miles (20 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Peaceful countryside setting, private pool yet close to the village. Reviews 10 ### 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 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location 10 - Excellent 16 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rhianwen F. 12 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful property Really excellent communication with Alan and Barbara. The property was so well equipped ( the best we have ever experienced) We made excellent use of the beautiful pool and Alan and Barbara were so friendly and really helpful. Such a lovely holiday in an outstanding location. ##### Rhianwen F. Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### mike j. 11 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Superb 10/10 We had a fabulous Holiday, the villa was excellent with plenty of room and well furnished with everything you could need and with lovely views over the surrounding area from the terrace as well.The pool was also superb set in a lovely garden.The hosts Alan and Barbara were helpful and friendly with excellent knowledge of the area.The local area is great with plenty of place to see and visit ##### mike j. Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Yvonne S. 19 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful property Wonderful property, very comfortable and welcoming, pool was fabulous, Alan and Barbara are excellent hosts always on hand if you need anything but not intrusive, very helpful with recommendations. ##### Yvonne S. Stayed 17 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gillian W. 11 Feb 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful hosts Hosted by a lovely couple who couldn't have done more for us...it was very much appreciated. House very clean and spacious ##### Gillian W. Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robin C. 21 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A+ wonderful area, the most beautiful scenery round every corner, quiet roads, friendly people. a perfect spot to explore the area, an easy drive to Mirepoix, Limoux, Quillian and the Pyreenes. so much to delight. ##### Robin C. Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Audrey Y. 11 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relaxed stay in beautiful area with welcoming hosts Property is perfect for a family stay, roomy, clean, and everything you need inc English TV for the kids and a few games. Swimming pool was lovely, clean, and gated for safety. Hosts were both welcoming and very helpful with bits of advice or loaning of an umbrella when occasion arose. The area is tranquil and beautiful, nearby towns, villages and lakes have everything you might need and make for lovely outings. Lots of good visits further afield too but we didn't bother. Recommended, and we may well book again. ##### Audrey Y. Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David C. 5 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Holidays in Chalabre Alan & Barbara are truly excellent host. They made us feel very welcome and even made sure we had some basic supplies on our arrival (incl. wine !). They spent a lot of time and energy renovating their house / gite, and the end result is exquisite (incl gardens & pool). There are many activities for children in the area (tree trekking & water sports at Lac de Montbel, cycling on the Voie Verte, white water rafting and sightseeing in Foix, caves, and many more !). We would happily go back there and would highly recommend that you give it a try, you won't regret it. ##### David C. Stayed 7 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Maggie B. 29 Jul 2018 #### Comfortable, spacious, well appointed with everything you need for an excellent holiday! A spacious, well appointed property in a great location to explore the Cathar region of the Aude and Ariège with places like Mirepoix, Foix and Carcassonne within easy travelling distance, you’re never short of day visits. If you’re into cycling or walking, you’ll never be stuck for a glorious scenic route. Alan and Barbara live on site and although we were their first visitors, they instinctively knew when to interact or leave us alone. We never felt that their presence was constraining or intrusive, rather, they assisted in making our stay much more enjoyable with their knowledge of the typically French events helping us to get the most out of the area. Their swimming pool was great on the frequent hot days. The accommodation has everything you need and we could not find fault with it. As hesitant users of accommodation with the owners on site, Alan and Barbara unexpectedly enhanced our experience and we wouldn’t hesitate to revisit them when we return to this wonderful region of France. ##### Maggie B. Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrew S. 10 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Tranquil and relaxing stay in a beautiful area We thoroughly enjoyed our first visit to South West France. Alan and Barbara are perfect hosts - warm, welcoming and thoughful- nothing was too much trouble and they anticipated and met our every need. The house is spacious and well-equipped and pool and garden delighful. The setting is fabulous - peaceful and relaxing with georgous views over fields and woodland and the foothills of the Pyrenees Audoise. Just outside Chalabre, the location is great for exploring the upper Aude and Arriege area and there is good walking and some fine eating in the area. I'd recommend an early visit to the tourist office (Office Intercommunale) to pick up individual walks leaflets. Alan and Barbara have an excellent library of novels, history and French language, history and culture books, so save weight in your luggage. Our weather was varied- unseasonably cool and damp on some days, very warm and sunny on others, but there are places to visit and things to do whatever the weather. We'd thoroughly recommend it and may well return ourselves. ##### Andrew S. Stayed 9 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Erik K. 4 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Schitterend We hebben 2 weken lang een schitterende vakantie gehad : mooi, volledig ingericht en rustig gelegen vakantiehuis. Alan en Barbara zijn fantastische en heel behulpzame eigenaars. Prachtig en groot zwembad in de mooie tuin. Heel wat bezienswaardigheden in de buurt (Carcassonne, Narbonne, kastelen van de Katharen, grotten,...) maar je hebt wel een wagen nodig. Zeker een aanrader! ##### Erik K. Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Suzanne K. 9 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Prima accommodatie met erg aardige eigenaren De communicatie met de eigenaren vooraf was al prima. Dat gaf meteen vertrouwen en zorgde er voor dat we al voorpret hadden. Bij aankomst werden we warm ontvangen. Alan en Barbara hadden wat eten in huis gehaald zodat we niet direct naar de supermarkt hoefden te gaan. We kregen uitleg over van alles en nog wat. Het huis is erg ruim, met drie grote slaapkamers, twee badkamers en een groot balkon waar je 's avonds heerlijk kan zitten met een mooi uitzicht. Handdoeken, badlakens en zelfs zwembadlakens liggen voor je klaar. Het grote zwembad met ligstoelen hadden we helemaal voor onszelf. Het huis ligt net buiten het dorpje, dus als je naar het dorp wil, moet je wel ongeveer 15/20 minuten wandelen over de grote weg. Gelukkig is die niet zo druk, dus dat was prima te doen. In het dorpje heb je een goede bakker, slager en supermarkt. Ook heb je diverse terrasjes waar je 's ochtends vroeg al terecht kan. In de directe omgeving is er niet zo heel veel te beleven, dus je bent wel afhankelijk van de auto. Dan heb je heel veel mogelijkheden: Mirepoix, Carcassonne, Toulouse etc en ook de middellandse zeekust is berijdbaar. Alan en Barbara wonen op de begane grond, maar dat merk je helemaal niet. Ze bieden veel privacy, maar als je ze nodig hebt staan ze direct voor je klaar. Wij hebben een heerlijk verblijf gehad (dat wij helaas door problemen thuis eerder moesten beëindigen) met dank aan de eigenaren. ##### Suzanne K. Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Clare P. 1 Sept 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic family holiday! Wow, we have just returned from our 2 week holiday, and what an amazing time we had! Beautiful property with stunning views of the Pyrenees. The house is extremely well equipped, with everything you could possibly need, and the pool is fantastic. Alan and Barbara are the perfect hosts, giving us lots of advice and recommendations on places to visit. An absolutely brilliant holiday, we look forward to returning! ##### Clare P. Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karl M. 15 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### An incredible family holiday We spent a superb week at this property and thoroughly enjoyed every aspect of it. Perfectly positioned to allow us to make use of all of the local points of interest and also a great property to spend a day by the pool. Alan and Barbara were amazing hosts and made us feel so welcome. Always on hand if you need them we could not have asked for anymore. Thank you for your hospitality and we look forward to returning in the future. ##### Karl M. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### sarah a. 14 Aug 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Une maison très agréable et bien située Très bon accueil par Barbara et Alan. Idéal pour une famille, beaucoup d'activités à proximité (VTT sur la voie verte, Accrobranches au château de Chalabre et à Crapahut, lac de Montbel ou de Puivert, chateaux cathares, marchés et concerts à Mirepoix...) et une grande piscine. Commerces dans le village de Chalabre (petit carrefour, boulangerie, pharmacie...) ##### sarah a. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### antoine g. 9 Aug 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### très bon accueil Agréable, dans un bel environnement ##### antoine g. Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Katherine F. 21 Aug 2018 #### Lovely house with stunning views We have had a fantastic holiday! A good balance of being able to just relax by the fantastic pool admiring the scenery plus beautiful places to visit close by. The house was clean and tidy and offers everything we needed for our holiday and we would love to return. ##### Katherine F. 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