Title: Penthouse with wraparound balcony~Bender Vacation Rentals 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 condo # Penthouse with wraparound balcony~Bender Vacation Rentals Seafront with water park, near Gulf State Park ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35530000/35525900/35525851/c8bf5638.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35530000/35525900/35525851/4c12083b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35530000/35525900/35525851/3477b296.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35530000/35525900/35525851/a671a1ad.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Indoor pool, a heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35530000/35525900/35525851/bcd614e4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Perched above the Gulf of Mexico in beautiful Gulf Shores, Royal Palms Penthouse 1403 offers an unparalleled retreat. Unwind on the expansive 1000 sq ft wrap-around balcony with access from every room or enjoy a refreshing dip in one of two pools. With an exercise room, steam room and sauna at your disposal, you'll feel pampered throughout your stay. 9.2 Wonderful ### Entire condo 2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - - - Dryer - Washer - Air conditioning - Gym ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Penthouse with wraparound balcony~Bender Vacation Rentals Royal Palms Penthouse 1403 is located at 561 East Beach Boulevard in beautiful Gulf Shores, Alabama. Your vacation dreams have come true with this incredible penthouse find! This stunning 2 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom unit is sure to take your breath away. Each bedroom has a comfortable king size bed. One of the master suites even has its own wet bar and mini fridge (it’s 5 o’clock somewhere!). This unit has an incredibly unique 1000 sq ft wrap-around balcony with access from the living room, dining room, and each bedroom. You will feel like royalty spending time soaring high about the beaches soaking in all the sights and sounds of the Gulf of Mexico! The tall 9 ft ceilings, fully equipped kitchen and washer and dryer will make you feel right at home while you vacation. As if all of this wasn’t enough, there are 3 TVs, a DVD player and WiFi to keep you connected and entertained throughout your stay. Royal Palms is a beautiful property with lots of excellent amenities. With it’s gulf front location, you will have easy access to the white sandy beaches of Gulf Shores every day! There are both an indoor and an outdoor pool, exercise room, steam room and sauna. This property is located near the 1540 ft. Gulf State Park Fishing Pier and very close proximity to all of the best dining, shopping and recreation that the island has to offer. Please note there is a new BBQ grilling area. The building has 2 elevators for ease of access throughout the building. Sleeping Arrangements: Bedroom 1: 1 King bed, TV, DVD, Private Bathroom Bedroom 2: 1 King bed, TV, DVD, Private Bathroom A sofa bed is located in the living room. Additional Information: \* 14th Floor \* Walk-in shower \* Beach Service - Perdido Beach Service \* No Pets Allowed \* Smoking is permitted only in the BBQ area. \* Monthly Reservations Not Accepted \* Parking For 2 Vehicles MAXIMUM \*\*\*Each reservation includes 1 vehicle registration $65 plus tax. The Additional Vehicle pass is $65 plus tax. $150 Music Fest VP ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool - Heated pool - Hot tub - Indoor pool - Sauna ### Internet - Available in the condo: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Limited on-site parking ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 2.5 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washer/dryer ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Lift - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a zoo - Near an outlet shopping centre - Near the ocean - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Gym - Heated pool - Water park - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Swimming nearby ### 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ## Similar properties ![Indoor pool, outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90950000/90945000/90944917/d07195ae.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### EAST CORNER CONDO DIRECT GULF VIEW/2 BEDROOM & 2 BATH/CLOSE 2 PIER Gulf Shores - Sea view - Pool - Kitchen - Washer 10 Exceptional 47 reviews £540 includes taxes & fees 1 Nov - 2 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-01&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=90944917&PinnedHotelID=90944917&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/65000000/64200000/64196100/64196047/5f540cf8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beautiful Beachfront View | Next to State Park & Pier! | My Beach Getaways Gulf Shores - Sea view - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen 8.0 Very good 24 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-23&endDate=2025-10-24&selected=64196047&PinnedHotelID=64196047&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Indoor pool, outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89940000/89938400/89938319/26872c40.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### NEW LISTING!! 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as Penthouse With Wraparound Balcony~bender Vacation Rentals Condo Penthouse Wraparound Balcony bender Vacation Rentals Condo Penthouse Wraparound Balcony bender Vacation Rentals Gulf Shores Penthouse Wraparound Balcony bender Vacation Rentals Penthouse Wraparound Balcony bender Vacation Rentals Condo Penthouse Wraparound Balcony bender Vacation Rentals Gulf Shores Penthouse Wraparound Balcony bender Vacation Rentals 1169-14526 Condo Penthouse With Wraparound Balcony~bender Vacation Rentals ## 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%7C30.25031%2C-87.67445&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=qcS7VbF3EhaXvNOAXZScLj_hh54=) Gulf Shores, AL #### What's nearby - Gulf State Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles - Hangout Music Fest - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles - Gulf Shores Beach - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles - Waterville USA - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles - Gulf Shores Golf Club - 7 min drive - 3.5 miles #### Getting around - Pensacola, FL (PNS-Pensacola Intl.) - 62 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪The Hangout - ‬3 min drive - ‪Pink Pony Pub - ‬3 min drive - ‪Sunliner Diner - ‬20 min walk - ‪The Catch - ‬2 min drive - ‪Picnic Beach - ‬2 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Penthouse with wraparound balcony~Bender Vacation Rentals have a pool? > Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool types include heated pools. ### Is Penthouse with wraparound balcony~Bender Vacation Rentals pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Penthouse with wraparound balcony~Bender Vacation Rentals? > Limited spots are available. ### What time is check-in at Penthouse with wraparound balcony~Bender Vacation Rentals? > Check-in begins at 5:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Penthouse with wraparound balcony~Bender Vacation Rentals? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Penthouse with wraparound balcony~Bender Vacation Rentals located? > Nestled on the beach, this Gulf Shores condo building is within a 5-minute walk of Gulf State Park and Gulf Shores Beach. Gulf State Park Fishing Pier and Gulf Adventure Center at Gulf State Park are also within 15 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Penthouse with wraparound balcony~Bender Vacation Rentals Reviews 9.2 ### Wonderful 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 75 8 - Good 20 6 - Okay 4 4 - Poor 3 2 - Terrible 2 ### 9.4/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rhonda B. 20 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Gorgeous place! We had to rebook a place at the last minute and we were so glad we did!! This condo does not disappoint!! Clean and gorgeous! The king bed rooms are so nice and the beds are really comfy! The wrap around balcony is absolutely amazing with really nice furniture! Thank you for sharing your home with us! We will definitely stay here again!! ##### Rhonda B. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrew B. 29 Jun 2025 #### Wonderful Condo! Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Best view in Gulf Shores! Love. Love. Love. Everything about the condo. The wrap around huge balcony, the extra large rooms, the private balcony for the master bedroom! ##### Andrew B. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Debra W. 10 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Best view in Gulf Shores We have stayed in several units at Royal Palms (all of which have been wonderful) but this unit was the best of all! Everything is just as described and pictured, and the views of the beach from the beach facing balcony to the side wrap around were the greatest. The unit itself was spacious and well organized. We felt right at home the minute we walked down the long hallway to the living room. Absolutely wonderful!!! ##### Debra W. Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lauren C. 10 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The best vacation My family and I had the best time! The property was so beautiful. We will definitely be coming back! Loved it! ##### Lauren C. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### robert e. 8 May 2024 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Best view in Gulf Shores! This is the best condo in the Royal Palms. The balcony is incredible and has comfy furniture. The view is amazing! This condo is the best place to watch the sunrise and moonrise over the water. ##### robert e. Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Billy H. 6 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Vacation Couldn’t have been any easier , beach , or pool ##### Billy H. Stayed 5 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Virginia S. 4 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely condo This condo has it all - very well furnished with incredible views from the wrap-around balcony. ##### Virginia S. Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Margaret P. 9 Sept 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful stay We’ve been staying in this building for the last 6years. We love the location. Being next to the state park gives everyone space to spread out so the beach doesn’t seem as crowded. This is the best condo we have stayed in in the building. It was so clean and had everything we could need. We will definately be staying here again. ##### Margaret P. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stacy P. 2 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The view! Best rental we’ve had by far. Thank you for sharing with our family! ##### Stacy P. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elizabeth B. 17 May 2022 #### Perfectly relaxing Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: A great week at the beach! ##### Elizabeth B. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Courtney A. 12 Oct 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Best view in Gulf Shores We loved Royal Palms 1403! The living room, dining room, and kitchen area was bigger than other units we have stayed in. Both bedrooms were large with plenty of room as well. The balcony was our favorite part. The views are wonderful and the furniture was very comfortable. We plan to stay here again! ##### Courtney A. Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ann D., new york 19 Feb 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beach paradise Absolutely amazing on all aspects. Location was a 10 plus - the wrap around terraces made the view of the white sands and national park incredible. The furnishings were all new and spotless. Extremely happy with our stay and all the details of the unit. ##### Ann D. Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2020 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jon D. 17 May 2022 #### Outstanding Views Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Condo is great!! We stayed 7 days and loved every minute of it. The wrap around balcony provides amazing views and is a great place to watch the dolphins. ##### Jon D. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shelia C. 17 May 2022 #### May Vacation Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a wonderful time at 1403 Royal Palms. This is our favorite unit. We look forward to our additional next vacation here. ##### Shelia C. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shelia C. 27 Sept 2023 #### Royal Palms PH 1403 Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: I have rented this condo several times a year for the past 10 years and I still love it. The wrap around deck is awesome. I look forward to the next 10 years! ##### Shelia C. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 2/10 Terrible #### Brenda H. 14 Jun 2025 #### very dissatisfied with management Rating Details: The property manager was very unhelpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We were not happy at all with security, parking and security. I ask security guard if we could park in handy cap parking area. Due to wife knee surgeries we need to get as close to levTOR A POSSIBLE. security told me I could park anywhereexcept owners parking and no parking. I parked in handy cap parking I had citation on vechicle the next morning with towing citation possible.I belong to RV,S Pro magazine with 50,000 members and I definitely will not recommend this place. i would like to talk to owners about what a security gates that does not work does for their business. after 15 years stayine at this location; i will never book there again nor will I book with Bender. Bender No help at all. ##### Brenda H. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jenny B. 10 Oct 2022 #### Pack Your Bags You're gonna love this condo Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: It's so close to prefect ............. NOTE TO THE OWNER ...........The Couch needs replacing and mattresses ##### Jenny B. ### 8/10 Good #### Erica H. 2 Jun 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy #### Great location, balcony desperately needs furniture The selling point of this condo over others in the building was the enormous balcony. We had fantastic views. However, the available furniture was either broken or unusable, with the exception of two Adirondack chairs. The owners need to take advantage of the balcony because it's really the only advantage to this unit. Location was great. We had a quiet beach right next to the state park, so it was not crowded at any time during our stay. We didn't care about being able to walk to other locations in GS. ##### Erica H. Stayed 7 nights in May 2021 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Bobbie H. 8 May 2024 #### Great place to stay Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We were very happy with our condo, it was very clean, nicely furnished and beautiful views from the balconies. We were there for my daughters beach wedding and her condo down the hall was definitely not what I had hoped for their wedding trip...the balcony furniture was broken, dirty and moldy. The inside furniture in desperate need of updating and just a very weird layout with a wall of full length in the narrow hallway. She was quite disappointed especially when she saw that ours was so much nicer. ##### Bobbie H. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Don H. 20 Dec 2022 #### Penthouse 1403 November 2022 Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This has been our 3rd stay at Royal Palms 1403 for a month.The Penthouse was very clean, spacious, and the wraparound balcony provided beautiful patio furniture to enjoy the view of the beach.Good customer service was provided when the ice maker didn’t work, a serviceman replaced ice maker/ door seal in a timely matter.I would highly recommend this Penthouse to anyone.We have stayed at many other properties tru Bender Realty at Gulf Shores and this by far has the most Awesome view , spacious living area, and the paintings by the owner we loved.The only recommendation would be to replace the couch eventually.We hope the owner continues to offer us snowbirds winter monthly rates.Thank you to the owner and Bender Reality for letting us enjoy a beach condo that felt like home to us.A retired Vietnam veteran and wife. ##### Don H. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Deena W. 26 Jun 2024 #### 2024 Family Vacation Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We love coming to Golf Shores for our family vacation this is like the 13th year That we have stayed at the Royal Palms. We Rent the same unit year after year. We love this area dearly. But the overall cleaning is a lot to be desired. I'm really not one to complain, But I think the property manager and owner should know the findings, When you pay well over $4000 to rent for one week you do expect it to be clean! (not having to do the cleaning job the first hour upon your arrival so you can enjoy your vacation.) We understand that this is a busy time but to walk in and find sand still on the floors And the tiled area had not been mopped and the laundry room floor was so dirty And Sticky. And did not appear that the sweeper had been run in the bedrooms. The knife set that was kept on the counter was greasy and dirty and every knife had to be rewashed. We love the condo unit that we rent year after year, but over the last couple of years, The cleaning has gotten worse. I do have pictures of the floor from where I had cleaned. ##### Deena W. ### 8/10 Good #### Rebecca S. 30 Mar 2024 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location, needs some updating Location was great, about a 10 minute walk to shopping/restaurants. Property management company was easy to communicate with and responsive. Offered “discounted” rates to extend our stay. The Royal Palms had amenities like a heated indoor pool/hot tub which were great for the colder days. If you are planning to use the gym- be advised there is only 1 treadmill and 1 bike. No weight equipment. The outdoor pool does not get much sun, it was shaded most of the day and not heated. The condo itself- very spacious. Plenty of room for our family of five and had great views. The balcony could not be beat! Kitchen was well stocked with pots/pans/plates etc. Definitely plan to bring your spices as the pantry only has salt and pepper. Unfortunately there were a few things in need of updating. Not necessarily deal breakers but a condo with this price point should come with some standard amenities. For instance, the linens were awful. From bedsheets to towels…all were worn and scratchy. Bedroom carpets were dirty. Our feet were black as soon as we walked on them, even right after a shower. Likely this is just from years of wear and folks tracking in sand, I get it, but pack your slippers! Bedroom tvs had cable only, not a deal breaker, but smart tvs would have been nice. The 2nd bedroom didn’t have blackout curtains which was tough on our teen for 7am sunrises. There wasn’t a broom, we had to borrow one from a friend we traveled with. Overall a good stay! ##### Rebecca S. Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karen H. 11 Nov 2024 #### Sisters getaway. Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Royal Palms is a great place to stay on the Gulf. You're beachfront and street noise is non existent. Has an indoor pool and elevators. The unit was clean and a well stocked kitchen. Each bedroom has it's own bath plus a half bath. Very pleasant! ##### Karen H. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### HEATHER T. 18 Jun 2024 #### BEST EVER!! Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: GREAT FAMILY SPACE AND THE VIEW WAS PERFECT... ##### HEATHER T. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Vicki L. 6 May 2024 #### Outstanding vacation Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Peaceful, restful, and enjoyable vacation. Recharged our minds and soul...ready to get back to life! 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