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Beach Front Waimanalo - Licensed Rental: #1990/NUC-1689 - White Sand Beach!

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10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8185.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

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Waimanalo, HI
  • Waimanalo Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Kailua Beach
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Lanikai Beach
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Honolulu, HI (HNL-Daniel K. Inouye Intl.)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Beach Front Waimanalo - Licensed Rental: #1990/NUC-1689 - White Sand Beach!

"Hale Pohaku" - Waimanalo is a beautiful beachfront home on one of Oahu's most spectacular beaches; Waimanalo. Listed on the Register of Hawaii's Historic Homes this classic restored beach house was built of lava rock during the reign of King Kalakaua. Guests enjoy the white sand beach that fronts the home as well as the clear blue waters for swimming, snorkeling and boogie boarding. Called "Hale Pohaku" or "House of Stone", this home sleeps 8 and is a wonderful getaway throughout the year. Guests enjoy the spacious living room with classic vaulted ceiling and large picture window overlooking the blue Pacific. Enjoy the 5 miles of sugary-white sand beach fronting the home as it extends for several miles along the shoreline.

Note; this property is for quiet residential vacation accommodations only. Parties, weddings, receptions, Luaus, events and gatherings of any kind are prohibited. Please inquire further with our agents.

There is a separate caretaker cottage with private entry also located at the front of this property (not intrusive to rental guests)!

This property is a licensed short-term vacation rental Non-Conforming Use Permit #1990/NUC-1689. It is compliant with Hawaii State Legislation (HB2078) for vacation rental accommodations, License # TA-059-395-6864-01. TMK 410040420000.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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
Property Registration Number TA-059-395-6864-01, 410040420000, GE-059-395-6864-01

About the area

Waimanalo

Located on the beach, this holiday home is in Waimanalo Beach, a neighbourhood in Waimanalo. International Market Place and Waikiki Beach Walk are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve and Kailua Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Honolulu Zoo and Hoʻomaluhia Botanical Garden. Snorkelling and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking nearby.
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Waimanalo, HI

What's nearby

  • Waimanalo Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Kaiona Beach Park - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve - 14 min drive - 12.1 km
  • Kailua Beach - 20 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Lanikai Beach - 27 min drive - 13.4 km

Getting around

  • Honolulu, HI (HNL-Daniel K. Inouye Intl.) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Island Brew Coffeehouse - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Beastside Kitchen - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Boston's Pizza - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beach Front Waimanalo - Licensed Rental: #1990/NUC-1689 - White Sand Beach! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beach Front Waimanalo - Licensed Rental: #1990/NUC-1689 - White Sand Beach!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beach Front Waimanalo - Licensed Rental: #1990/NUC-1689 - White Sand Beach!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beach Front Waimanalo - Licensed Rental: #1990/NUC-1689 - White Sand Beach! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Waimanalo Beach holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Waimanalo Beach and Kaiona Beach Park. Kaupo Bay is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 54 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dale F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect House
We loved the house and location. The house was spotless and had everything we needed and more. I love that the house came with extras like boogie boards, coolers, and beach chairs. They all came in very handy at the amazing beach just steps away from the back door. The beach was never crowded and we loved hearing the waves at night. We loved the location and ate at Ono's and Kalapawai Cafe multiple times. Both were only a block away. Communication with the manager was easy and I'm not sure what could have made this house any better.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Katherine I.

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: This was my second stay at Hale Pohaku - I simply love this historic home!! And this was my third rental experience with Private Homes Hawaii - I love working with this agency. They are the best!! Access to the property is seamless. The on site caretakers are friendly and at the same time unintrusive. The beachfront location is perfect without being overcrowded. In fact, at times it feels almost like a private beach. The home is well stocked with essentials and the exit is one of the easiest. I will be back - I hope sooner rather than later. Again, I simply love this home!
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8/10 Good

Mary L.

Amazing location
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Two couples spent a week here in late January, and we enjoyed our stay very much. The reason to stay at this house is the amazing beach. We spent hours each day walking and enjoying the beach itself, and inside the house the picture window in the living room kept drawing us back (and together) for the view. The beach was never crowded, even on weekends and sometimes we were the only people out walking. We swam nearly every day, the surf is low and it is easy to get in for swimming. Plenty of beach towels, toys, chairs, etc. provided. The location is actually very convenient--15-30 min from pretty much everywhere we were interested in. The house itself is very old and has not been updated. We loved the layout, with two bedrooms and a bath on one wing completely separate from the master bedroom and bath on the other side. It was perfect for two couples or two families. However, it was a little awkward getting down to the patio or beach as there is no access from the beach side of the house except through the master bedroom. The beds are very comfortable, the linens and towels of high quality, and the kitchen is very well stocked and has relatively new appliances. The house was very clean. It would have been much more pleasant if it were updated, since the furniture is old, the air conditioners in the bedrooms are noisy (although they kept the rooms cool for sleeping), and the curtains in every room let in too much light, but for a week it was fine.
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10/10 Excellent

Kevin B.

A MUST Have Experience
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: I have absolutely nothing bad to say.From the booking experience and working with the manager Jeremy, everyone involved was very nice to work with and accomodating to our flight schedules on arrival. We could have used more of their services, but didn't need it. My family of 7, including my 2.5 year old, was a perfect place. View and beach access cannot be beat, will absolutely be booking this place again in the future. Thank you so much!

10/10 Excellent

Johnny W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just Perfect
The house was amazing, location incredible, and the hospitality / commutation stellar. We can’t wait to book another stay!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Highly recommended
I recommend this property. Right on the beach, bueatiful location in great neighborhood.with very helpful caretaker.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

Fantastic Rental
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: We stayed in Hale Pohaku for 10 days and had a wonderful experience. The home is almost 100 years old, but meticulously maintained. It was spotless when we arrived and well-stocked with linens, towels, beach chairs/umbrellas, and general household products (tp, paper towels, trash bags, etc). There is a caretaker in a cottage on the property who was welcoming, kind, and very helpful. The view from this house, and the beach just steps from the door, are spectacular. The neighborhood is an easy drive to attractions such as Diamond Head, Pearl Harbor, and Koko Crater Botanical Garden and is close to restaurants and shopping.We didn’t have a single complaint about this property – it was perfect. Highly recommend!
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly C., Reno

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun!!
Great place, old historic home! The pictures do not show the age so if you are looking for ‘new’ you may be dissatisfied. Awesome location on the beach!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Susan C.

Wonderful Place to Stay
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: We had a large family group. This home Accommodatedus beautifully. Superb location. The beautiful beach was just steps from the backyard. Backyard was a nice private retreat to enjoy the water and the beach. Inside the house had large windows looking out to the ocean. This property is lively, charming and a great place to just get away from it all!The property management company was wonderful to work with. Kind and extremely efficient. Great communication throughout the entire process.I would highly recommend this property and the management company.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

joshua r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
This house is amazing and so close to the beach. I will certainly come again and rent this property in the future.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Jelena K.

Amazing stay!
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: My family of 8 (3 generations) really enjoyed our stay in beautiful Hale Pohaku. Beach is wonderful, not crowded and like on the post cards. House was amazing, on the beach, very well equipped with everything you could posssibly need. Jeremy was great, organizing early and easy check in and responding to all our questions immediately. Amazing stay with our family. Only (minor) suggestion would be to get better blinds in master bedroom as the rising sun hits the windows directly at 6am in the morning. Other than that I would recommend this house to everyone and will be back soon.
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10/10 Excellent

nikolas p.

Charm and amazing beach.
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: We've stayed here twice. We love the location and the beach access.
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10/10 Excellent

Sheila W.

Awesome rental house!
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: Awesome house right on the beach! The house was large, well appointed and decorated with appropriate period furniture. BIG picture window for enjoying the ocean view. Loved falling asleep to the sound of waves on the beach. The gated entry made it feel extra safe and private. The management personnel and caretaker were professional and very helpful.We hope to be able to stay again in the future.
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2021
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10/10 Excellent

kari g.

Fantastic stay!
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: We cannot say enough about our stay, we absolutely loved this home, the location and every detail of our trip. This house provided everything we were hoping for on our family vacation. It’s location on the beach is perfect and stunning...literally steps to the sand. Plenty of room for our big family and amenities for our infant and toddler grandchildren. The living room window provides the most magnificent view of the beach, ocean and spectacular sunrise. The owner and property manager was very responsive. We will definitely be back at this home.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mona C., California, United States

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous beach in front yard
The house is well situated on one of the best beaches on Oahu. The water is turquoise and sand is fine. The neighborhood feels authentically local and the historic house is very comfortable. Great place.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Adam D.

Amazing. Best trip 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: I traveled for a year with my family and wrote a book (How to Run Away from Home and Bring Your Family with you) about the experience. I have stayed in probably 100+ Airbnbs and I own a hotel. I am an experienced traveler and am in the hospitality industry.We loved this place. It was right on the water. Waves were good enough for kids but not too rough. The yard and outside area were amazing. I can't wait to come back.
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10/10 Excellent

Family Vacation
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: Family of 5, Mother, 2 sons, daughter-in-law, and 3 yr old grand-daughter. Room for 2-3 more people. Very comfortable and relaxing setting. Bathrooms could use a little up-grading. Beautiful view from house. Nice beach, nearby park. Would stay here again.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

javier z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Zamoras 2019
When i told my family, we are going to stay at the house most of the time needless to say they were not happy. But once we got to the house it was a different story, we had everything that the island offers in that little house. Awesome beach, awesome sunrise, awesome surroundings, awesome kitchen to cook in, Just perfect!! Thank you for everything, we had a great time!!! The Zamoras
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Norma M.

Think the Movie South Pacific
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: Historic home with a BEAUTIFUL Beach as part of it's front yard. Large grounds and very private.The home is old,so it took us a bit to get over some cosmetic issues like hairline sink cracks,doors with ocean moisture related issues, some rust etc-BUT after that first impression,the home was like being in a movie set.( Wonderful charm,awesome views and a great sandy beach steps away.) We were ages 2 to 72 and the home was spacious, well equipped for our week stay. This yard and home would be perfect for a wedding.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Kathleen H., Bettendorf, Iowa, USA

Lovely Lady: Hale Pohaku!
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This is an old, historic, quaint, and unique house and property. I have seen an advertisement for it in Hawaii magazine for years and decided to try it out for our first trip to Hawaii. Overall this is a gorgeous property!! Many features, although old are perfect for this historic home, like some bathroom fixtures, lava rock porch, huge picture windows. It was very clean overall. Hawaiian quilts were beautiful. Furniture was nice for this historic home. Outside was wonderful including lava rock porch, patio and of course the Ocean!! Kitchen was very nice. Air conditioning in bedrooms. Small fan for main rooms for those like me requiring it for comfort. The property manager, owner and caretaker were great!! Thanks!! The only disappointment was quality of some of mattresses. Would strongly suggest replacement of very old mattresses with new ones. The larger mattress in room off porch was not up to pare for this house (old, human stained not bug stained, with old foam topper) so I had our guest sleep on newer smaller one in that room. This is a wonderful property but would be even better with replacement of the very old mattresses. Some of mattresses were new and very comfortable (No stains no bugs) We hope to return soon!! Wonderful Stay!! Thank you for sharing!!
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10/10 Excellent

Patti W.

Loved Our Stay!
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: We had a great time at the Hale Pohaku! This beautiful home has quite the history, and pictures of this first home in Waimanalo are on the walls. The house itself has 1930s architecture - loved the glass cabinets in the kitchen, beautiful picture window in the living room and small lanai to listen and watch the waves. The location was perfect; lots of small local eateries and a grocery store with everything you need. The property owner was very responsive - we found a few things that needed repair and he was at the house and fixing the items right away and bringing us beach chairs. He also replaced the air conditioning in two of the bedrooms, which made a huge difference in sleeping comfort. But the best was the beach - unbelievably quiet, clean, white sands, like a private beach. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Mahalo!
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2019
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10/10 Excellent

George C.

A true paradise
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: The house and neighborhood were amazing. Quiet, clean, seemingly safe. Sure, it shows its age. But it has all modern amenities to allow you to have a great stay. Spacious and clean home. By the way, if you are on vacation you should be outside the majority of the time anyway! Back yard is great for exercising prior to a run on the beach. Oh yes, the best beach anywhere! Beach was spacious, clean, and conveyed sheer beauty. Honestly, we did not want to leave! Thanks to the owners (as well as Jeremy) who allowed us to have an incredible visit to Paradise.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Nancy R.

Beautiful House On The Most Beautiful Beach
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: Hale Pohaku is not just a vacation home; it offers you the true Hawaiian experience. I believe Hale Pohaku was the first house built on Waimanalo Beach. There is a sense of timelessness here, and peace. The view is extraordinary, the garden lush and the location ideal. I loved the artwork and flowers throughout the house. Furnishings are comfortable. The house is very clean, and the appliances seem new. The beds are wonderful, with fine linens and good pillows. You will fall asleep with the sound of the surf, lulled by the breeze. The property manager was very responsive to a few questions I had. My only small quibble - the kitchen knives were not sharp. I would love the stay here again the next time I visit Oahu.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Great time, great place
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: We had a week at Hale Pohaku.The place is a genuine 'old school' beach house.Well set up. Great location. Right on the beach
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10/10 Excellent

Mary or Gene B.

A Beautiful Place to Relax
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: On our eighth trip to Hawaii, this was our favorite house so far! The home itself is clean and well-appointed, featuring modern amenities but also a nod to its history with pieces of local art throughout. Our party of seven all loved the house, it's location, the terrific beach just steps away, and especially THAT VIEW from the huge living room picture window. Sunrises are amazing and our daily early-morning routine of "watching the ocean wake up" is something we miss already.From the beginning, when Jeremy sent us a pdf of all the details we'd need or want, then met us at the home and showed us around on arrival, we were impressed with the preparation and professionalism of our hosts. Everything was as advertised or better, and our stay, despite three days of overcast, rainy weather, exceeded our expectations.It was so nice just to bask in the quiet of Waimanalo. The nearly-deserted beach, which is the best one we've been to on Oahu, is just beautiful, and the waves are just right for boogie boarding or swimming/playing out past the surfline. We felt safe in the water throughout, although on the windy, rainy days when the surf was higher and pretty rough, we obeyed the posted warnings and stayed out of the water.We loved the location as well. For food, there are two excellent places to eat an easy block walk away. We walked down and got takeout several times during the trip and were seriously spoiled by the fish tacos, garlic shrimp (some of the best we've had on the island), garlic fries, fresh kahlua pig sandwiches, and even shaved ice that was a quick and easy walk away. Also, location-wise, we were 5 minutes from Kaihlua, about 15 minutes from Hunauma Bay and about 20 from Honolulu. One morning we went ziplining at Keanu Farms on the North Shore (highly recommended - the most fun we had on the trip!) - which is about 75 minutes away, so everything's pretty close.All in all, we had a terrific week at Hale Pohaku in Waiman
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2018

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