Creston Villa Guest House

Location: 27 St Catherines, Lincoln, gb

Star Rating: 5 Stars

Property Type: Guest houses

About this Property

Important Information

Policies

Check-in: 04:00 PM - 09:00 PM

Check-out: 10:00 AM

Amenities & Facilities

• Offsite parking discounted rates available
• Parking
• Non-smoking rooms
• Luggage storage
• Soundproof rooms
• Non-smoking throughout
• Private check-in/check-out
• Shared lounge/TV area
• Board games/puzzles
• Outdoor furniture
• Pet bowls
• Staff adhere to local safety protocols
• Guest rooms disinfected between stays
• Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
• Physical distancing rules followed
• Cashless payment available
• Fire extinguishers
• First aid kit available
• Sanitized tableware & silverware
• Invoice provided
• Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
• Smoke alarms
• Guest room sealed after cleaning
• Physical distancing in dining areas
• CCTV outside property
• Screens / Barriers between staff and guests for safety
• Face masks for guests available
• Delivered food - securely covered
• Free wired internet
• Offsite parking discounted rates available
• Internet access
• Housekeeping on request
• Private picnics
• Wine release events
• Japanese garden
• Vegetarian menu options available

Rooms Available

• Large Double Room

  The 'Pine Room' is a double room with attached bathroom on the first floor at the rear of the house. The room overlooks the patio garden.

  Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)

  • Shower
  • TV
  • Hair dryer
  • Bathrobe
  • Radio
  • Seating Area
  • Fan
  • Toilet
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Slippers
  • Alarm clock
  • Electric kettle
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Linen
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Toilet paper
  • Bottle of water
  • Chocolate or cookies
  • Trash cans
  • Wine glasses
  • Shampoo
  • Conditioner
  • Body soap
  • Shower cap
  • Socket near the bed
  • Adapter
  • Hypoallergenic pillow
  • Smoke alarm
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Hand sanitiser

• Standard Twin Room

  The 'Garden Room' is a twin room with attached bathroom on the ground floor at the rear of the house. It looks out onto the patio garden.

  Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)

  • Shower
  • TV
  • Hair dryer
  • Bathrobe
  • Radio
  • Fan
  • Toilet
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Slippers
  • Alarm clock
  • Electric kettle
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Linen
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Toilet paper
  • Bottle of water
  • Chocolate or cookies
  • Trash cans
  • Wine glasses
  • Shampoo
  • Conditioner
  • Body soap
  • Shower cap
  • Socket near the bed
  • Adapter
  • Hypoallergenic pillow
  • Smoke alarm
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Hand sanitiser

• Double Room with Private External Bathroom

  The 'Victorian Room' is a double room with a private shower room adjacent to the bedroom door. It is located on the first floor at the front of the house, overlooking the South Common.

  Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)

  • Shower
  • TV
  • Hair dryer
  • Bathrobe
  • Radio
  • Seating Area
  • Fan
  • Toilet
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Slippers
  • Alarm clock
  • Electric kettle
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Linen
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Toilet paper
  • Bottle of water
  • Chocolate or cookies
  • Trash cans
  • Wine glasses
  • Shampoo
  • Conditioner
  • Body soap
  • Shower cap
  • Socket near the bed
  • Adapter
  • Hypoallergenic pillow
  • Smoke alarm
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Hand sanitiser

Guest Reviews

• Jeremy (10/5): Love stay in a lovely guest house will definitely come back again. - Hosts we're a lovely couple, very friendly and enthusiast about their guest house. Room was quirky but in a good way that we liked and it was clean and well presented. Breakfast was very good and substantial.
• Gillian (10/5): An excellent stay - Wonderful It was perfect
• Cathy (9/5): Creston Villa is a gem of a guest house! - Creston Villa is a gem of a guest house! We had a great experience in this stunning Victorian house decorated with antique furniture and items collected over the years. We were warmly welcomed by the hosts, Anna and Iain who are so charming and friendly! We had chosen the Victorian room and felt like we were back in time. It fully corresponds to the photos. The continental breakfast is excellent with among others home-made delicious chutney, jam and oat cookies. We highly recommend Creston Villa Guest House!
• Sacha (10/5): - I had a wonderful experience at Creston Villa. The property is beautifully maintained with exceptionally clean, spacious, and comfortable rooms. Hosts Iain and Anna were friendly, polite, and eager to help. The location was also perfect, making commuting incredibly easy. I would highly recommend this place to anyone and will definitely be back!
• Mr and Mrs Riondino (9/5): -
• towler-nevin (10/5): EXCELLENT HOSTS WERE EXTREMLY HELPFUL AND WELCOMING - EXTREMELY COMFORTABLE ROOM, EXCEPTIONAL BREAKFAST SPOLTLESSLY CLEAN PARKING IS A BIT OF A WALK WITH LUGGAGE
• Stephen (10/5): - The welcome, service, friendliness, room, comfort, food little extras (home made jams and chutneys and oat cookies) and we liked being near the River for a lovely walk/cycle up to the city centre. No complaints
• Sergio (9/5): -
• Juliana (10/5): - Everything! The room was warm, comfortable, clean. Breakfast was fresh and delicious. Ian and Anna were perfect hosts. Just a really lovely experience..
• gibbo 67 (10/5): - hosts great couple nothing
• Steven (10/5): More than just a B&B - allow time to explore! - A unique b&b with exceptional charm. Our hosts were so engaging & interesting. Their generosity was sublime & we genuinely felt extremely welcome. Our bedroom was themed ”Victorian” and was fascinating, as was the breakfast room. Breakfast was termed ”Continental” and kept us going all day! Plus the delicious freebies forced on as we left - WOW! Thank you Anna & Iain.
• reg (9/5): -
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• Rosemary (10/5): Wonderful stay, great hosts. - The whole place was spotless. The hosts were friendly and accommodating, nothing was too much trouble. We couldn't have asked for a better stay. Also the place was very convenient for the concert we were attending only a couple of hundred yards away so this was an added bonus Didn,t like the fact there was no parking at the accommodation. However, we managed to get street parking but this made the streets surrounding the property very narrow.
• Michael (9/5): - Very friendly and attentive, but, not overbearing hosts Nothing
• Alan (10/5): -
• FRANCOIS (9/5): - Gentillesse des hôtes, accueil , excellent petit déjeuner
• judith (10/5): Perfect - Excellent.
• Mike (10/5): -
• Joanne (10/5): Exceptional - This B&B is so warm and welcoming. You feel comfortable from the minute you step through the door thanks to Iain and Anna the owners. The cleanliness was first class, the beds were comfy, the room had so many extra decorative details to enhance the theme and the breakfast was delicious - a continental breakfast with some home made products too. It's a shame there is no parking on site but there were spaces in the side roads nearby so it wasn't an issue.
• Paul (10/5): A perfect stay in Lincoln - I throughly enjoyed my stay at Creston Villa. My hosts could not have been more welcoming and friendly. My room was a wonderful combination of comfort, convenience, charm and style. There was everything I could possible need. The interior of the house itself is a visual delight. Breakfast was excellent. More than ample with a wide selection of tasty options. I look forward to returning the next time I visit Lincoln. There wasn't anything I didn't like.
• Jo (10/5): - Everything about my stay was lovely. There is so much to look at! The bed was both grand and comfortable, and there was lots of space. Lots of personal touches everywhere, tasty breakfast, friendly hosts, well situated. Would visit again in a hearts beat.
• Mr and Mrs Riondino (9/5): British old fashioned B&B with great owners - Owners were very friendly Bed was very comfortable Lots of extra items provided in the room British old fashioned family B&B Breakfast was provided with care in a small bag when I had to leave for work b4 7.30am. Parking was free on the road behind the B&B but very busy.
• Katrine (10/5): - I had the most wonderful stay here - such a magical and cosy place to unwind. The room was beautifully presented, incredibly comfortable, and had everything you could possibly need. The hosts truly go above and beyond to make your stay special, which makes all the difference. I can’t recommend this place highly enough and would absolutely love to return! Nothing!
• stephen (9/5): Loved it hosts were superb. - Excellent hosts lovely breakfast great location for exploring Lincoln. Brilliant real ale pub The Tiny Tavern 5 minute walk away very quirky great beers. On street parking was difficult as Lincoln football club had home match and streets were full. Was very lucky to get slot in walking distance. Could prove problematic for anyone who struggles to walk easily.
• Julia (10/5): A gem of a place! - Everything you could imagine has been considered to make the stay as comfortable and enjoyable as possible. I had the best night’s sleep in a long time, and appreciated all the little extras such as fresh milk and snacks. The healthy breakfast was absolutely delicious and I enjoyed the morning chats with Iaine and Anna Ideally, I’d like onsite parking; but appreciate this isn’t always possible in a city centre location. Parking was still nearby, and good not to have to pay for an expensive carpark.
• Valerie (10/5): 100% recommended - It was the best guest house I have ever stayed in What a gem find. So much attention to detail The breakfast was very enjoyable and the hosts excellent. I cant find a single negative thing to say.
• MARINA (10/5): Exceeded my expectations - From start to finish, my stay at Creston Villa Guest House was absolutely wonderful. My train schedule on arrival day was unpredictable, but Iain couldn’t have been more accommodating—he reassured me it was no trouble and was kindly waiting to welcome me when I arrived. I happened to stay on the guest house’s 20th anniversary, which made the experience even more special. The house itself is charming, beautifully maintained, and spotlessly clean. My room felt straight out of Bridgerton—elegant, cosy, and thoughtfully designed. Breakfast was a highlight: a hearty continental spread enjoyed alongside lovely conversation with Iain and Anna. Their warmth and genuine hospitality shine through in everything they do. Hearing the story of how they built a successful family business together left me feeling inspired, and I even took away some tips of my own! Creston Villa is built with love, with easy access to Lincoln city centre, yet it feels like a peaceful retreat from city life. I only wish I could’ve stayed longer. I’ll definitely be back next time I’m in Lincoln!
• Kevan (10/5): - Hospitality of owners Breakfast
• ANNA (10/5): A gem of a place - Iain & Anna are the perfect hosts. Attention to detail. The bed was super comfy & the towels large & fluffy. Loved the quirky interior. Would definitely, stay again.
• kara (10/5): -
• Maureen (10/5): -
• carol (10/5): Creston Villa Guest House Lincoln - Iain and Anna were so welcoming from the moment we arrived. The display of their own collection of artifacts is wonderful. A true home from home. Best sleep in ages. All rooms have attention to detail.
• David (9/5): Excellent. We will stay again - Iain and Anna are lovely, friendly and want to do as much as they can for you.
• Samantha (10/5): For a guest house spotlessly clean the bed was Amazing and the hosts are so lovely, thoughtful with lots of lovely extra - The environment very different and unique Nothing
• Clarke (10/5): Perfect and memorable experience. - Brilliant hosts that made our visit to Lincoln extra special. We are so glad we found Creston Villa and would highly recommend.
• Chris (10/5): - It's the most welcoming place to stay. Notbing
• WILL (10/5): -
• Laurie (9/5): - The house was an experience a Victorian style villa with Victorian stylish decor especially the Victorian room. Delightful friendly attentive hosts.
• Sonia (10/5): Would definitely stay again, excellent hospitality and great value for money. - Excellent hosts who are welcoming and friendly. Lovely choices for the continental breakfast, plus extra treats such as cakes, sweets and home made cookies. Victorian property with lots of quirky features, very clean and use of the breakfast room/lounge with tea and coffee facilities when wanted. Very pleased all round. Nothing
• Usman (10/5): -
• Susan (10/5): Creston Villa Guest House was my favorite accommodation during our 5 week trip in England! - We loved our stay in this special place! The room was beautiful and full of special touches that made you feel at home, as well as being very comfortable and spotless. Breakfast was delicious with home made jams and so much food! Our hosts were wonderful, friendly, helpful, and couldn't do enough to make us feel at home. I wish we could have stayed longer!
• Angela (10/5): Relaxing enjoyable stay - Second stay here, very friendly, great location, good value
• Linda (10/5): We felt very welcome and nothing was too much trouble - Felt very loved and homely and exceptionally clean Nothing
• Penney (10/5): - The little touches. The attention to detail to a beautiful house. Was like going back in time. Very compatible nights sleep and the breakfast was delicious. Always stay here when we come to Lincoln. We loved everything 💜 ❤️
• Mark (10/5): - Lovely little guesthouse, liked everything about it for our short stay.
• Jim (10/5): Very high quality, and really good value for money. - Interesting house, full of antiques, and works of art. Really friendly hosts. Exceptionally good breakfast including fresh fruit, cold meat and cheese platter and home made jams and marmalades. You can have five courses if you want to! There is no parking at the guest house, but there is free parking on the streets nearby.
• Tony (9/5): Excellent - Great Nothing
• Dean (10/5): - The owners of Cresta Villa were absolutely lovely, friendly, and welcoming. Everything wax excellent.
• Stephen (8/5): An excellent traditional guesthouse, lovely hosts, and good value for money - A warm welcome. Anna and Iain were excellent hosts throughout. A comfortable house packed with interesting antiques and objets d'art. Lovely bedroom, fluffy towels, all facilities good. Delicious breakfast including fresh fruit and table of cold cuts. An excellent guest house. Difficult to write anything here. There is no direct parking onsite but that is made absolutely clear when you book, and prior to arrival, and free parking is available on side streets very close by - so it's not really a problem.
• Henning (10/5): Fühlt sich wie nach Hause kommen an… - Komfortables B&B in der Nähe des Stadions. Tolle Gastgeber, hervorragendes Frühstück!
• Allyson (10/5): Exceptional in every way - Traditional Guest House with traditional values, traditional decor and traditional hospitality. Nothing to dislike
• Dawn (10/5): -
• Bargh (10/5): -
• Lesley (10/5): -
• Deborah (10/5): Spotlessly clean guest house with excellent breakfast - Spotlessly clean. Heating easily adjusted to suit. Lovely choice for breakfast. Very accommodating - let me check in early so I could get to an appointment in time. Would definitely return. Nothing!
• Allsop (10/5): Really enjoyed our stay . - Hosts lain and Anna very welcoming and made our stay excellent would stay here again.nothing to much trouble. Nothing
• SIMON (9/5): Friendly and welcoming - Iain and Anne were extremely friendly and served a delicious breakfast, with lovely chutneys, jams and marmalades a particular highlight. Decor was quirky and original, parking easy, communication good. A 10 am checkout on a Sunday morning was a bit earlier than would have been preferred.
• Mel (10/5): - Great location, easy walk into the centre. Very nice room. Run by a lovely couple who both made us feel very welcome.
• Adrian (9/5): Good value, cosy stay on the edge of Lincoln - Comfortable bed, good sleep quality in interesting Victorian-themed room with pedestal basin and good quality toiletries Separate bathroom. Pleasant continental breakfast. Complimentary hot drinks and biscuits round the clock. Welcoming hosts. Nice decor and garden space. Parking on side street free. Park opposite. Shower was a bit small for me to get into. 1.3 mile walk into central Lincoln was okay as it was dry but would not be pleasant in the rain.
• Rosemary (9/5): -
• Gianluca (9/5): Bel soggiorno a Lincoln - Camera accogliente e pulita, ottima prima colazione servita dai gentilissimi proprietari Anna e Lain. Possibilità di parcheggiare gratuitamente nella strada alle spalle della struttura. In 20 minuti a piedi si arriva nel centro della città. Nulla
• Terence (10/5): A great introduction to Lincoln and its people. - Loved the quirky decor and the comfortable surroundings. The owners, Iain and Anna, are part of the enjoyment with their warm welcome, attention to detail and their flexible treatment of guests like family.
• Lisa (10/5): Beautifully presented accommodation. - Excellent hosts. Comfortable and exceptionally clean accommodation. Breakfast was lovely. The owners take great pride in what they do and it shows. I’d stay again in a heartbeat.
• Jean (10/5): My stay at this property and visiting Lincoln was perfect really looking forward to returning. - I had a wonderful stay at this property would recommend to all family and friends the owners were so friendly and inviting they catered for my food allergies and even made sure I was able to eat things safely on the breakfast table. They made my stay here perfect and can’t wait to return for another visit.
• jon (10/5): Wonderful - A beautiful old house with lovely kitchen and dining room Nothing
• Debbie (10/5): - Had the best stay ever,the bed was so comfortable we slept extremely well 😌 ☺️ 🤗, the bedroom decor was like a stately home !,plenty of amazing decorations that thoroughly impressed us.😋 There was nothing we didn't like
• Andy (10/5): -
• Steve (10/5): Iain and Anna were great welcoming, friendly and nothing was too much trouble. The guest house was excellent - very clea - Very clean and the room was great Nothing
• David Jephcott (10/5): Top notch - The host was professional at what they do they looked after you ,nothing was any trouble ,Ann, Iain, where the best host you could have, alot of knowledge about the city .we would recommend this to anyone going there ,with home made jams and marmalade, what was excellent fresh fruit,continental meats,aswell thank you again Ann, Iain hopefully we will see you again in the future Everything about the guest house was spot on could not fault it
• Stephen (10/5): - Clean room, comfortable bed, great breakfast
• KAREN (10/5): - Couldn't fault this little gem,it was fabulous all the Quirkyness made the stay much appreciated. Excellent and Anna and Iain were really hospitable. Nothing really, but maybe some croissants would have been nice for breakfast and crusty bread too.
• Philip (10/5): -
• Amanda (10/5): A true gem of a place. - The quirkiness of the decor was so interesting to look at ..so much to see and discover..The location ideal for walking into central Lincoln especially for the theatre. Hosts were very friendly and attentive. Breakfast had great choice. Clean and comfortable room. Lots of tea/coffee and cakes provided.Lovely garden to sit in. Was very enjoyable stay ..a place I'd happily return to. There wasn't anything we didn't like. Although no.parking at house plenty free parking in streets.
• Sue (10/5): - Fantastic find. Iain and Anna the hosts couldn't have done anything more, our stay was perfect. So welcoming, comfortable, clean room and a lovely breakfast.
• Richard (10/5): - Stopped at Creston Villa in September 2025. Lovely hosts, spotlessly clean room and very comfortable bed. Served a filling, continental breakfast with several home-made offerings. On-street parking was plentiful close to the building. Would certainly recommend.
• MATTHEW (10/5): - A very well kept B&B with welcoming hosts. It does have an older theme but is quite charming.
• Amy (10/5): - Lovely guest house within walking distance of Lincoln centre. Warm, friendly welcome on arrival and a lovely selection of cakes to help yourself to. The pine room was spacious and very clean, couldn’t fault it at all, loved the mint humbugs in the room and lots of lovely little touches to it. Breakfast was amazing, a great selection of cereal, fruit, yoghurts, home made oat biscuits and a yoghurt, fruit and granola bowl. Cured meats and cheese were available too. Would definitely recommend and stay again.
• Andrew (10/5): A real gem of a place, I loved it. - The friendliest of welcomes, a good sleep in a clean comfortable room and followed by a lovely breakfast and enjoyable chat with the hosts in the morning. The location was ideal and I really enjoyed my stay.
• Anne (10/5): Creston Villa - Sept 2025 - What a fabulous guest house, especially our room, The Pine Room, which was beautiful and had everything that we needed.. The bed was large and very comfy. There was plenty of storage in the fabulous wooden furniture, and the bathroom had everything we.neeeed, with a good shower. The breakfast was wonderful with a fabulous assortment of food on offer, including delicious homemade made chutneys and jams, which we especially enjoyed. There is also a beautiful garden which guests are free to use. Iain and Anna are wonderful hosts and made us feel extremely welcome. I would definitely like to stay there again and hope to return next year when we are back in Lincoln. Anna's homemade cookies are also delicious, and I can't wait to sample some more. There was no car.park, but it was easy to park in the nearby streets.
• Paul (10/5): A great stay - Warm welcome . Both hosts were friendly and made us feel welcome.
• edit (10/5): -
• EmmaLue (10/5): Couldn't be better. - I was in awe with how beautiful Creston Villa is. Everywhere you look you will see something new and the garden and bedrooms are just as beautiful. The hosts are simply incredible too, treat you like a VIP and I loved getting to know them. I was really looked after, they even went out and got energy drinks for me. I am awkward with my diet and health problems and nothing was too much bother. Breakfast is delicious, with homemade jams and chutney. Clear to see why they have won so many awards. Having to leave but I will be back, when I have chance.
• Osneil (10/5): Homely stay at creston - Lovely stay at the guesthouse with my family, the hosts were so accommodating and we had a lovely chat in the morning where we shared some wonderful stories. It was very clean and we really enjoyed the fascinating decor. Nothing it was grand.
• Jenny (10/5): Wonderful place to stay when visiting Lincoln - Made to feel very welcome. Accommodation very unusual with lots of things to look at. Breakfast was very plentiful and tasty. The house was very clean and comfortable. Lots of tea/coffee and biscuits at all times. Parking on street but no charge and just one of those things.
• Sasitaran (10/5): -
• Neil (9/5): Great stay - Friendly owners, clean and good breakfast.
• Brown (10/5): If you want a 5 star accommodation in Lincoln then here it is - Hosted by two dedicated people indeed in Anna and Iain and services offered are first class and exemplary in every way. It’s a comfortable property with everything you will need and nothing is too much trouble.Ideally located for a comfortable walk into the City Nothing
• Christine (10/5): Just right - Quaint and cosy! Very comfortable bed. Lovely selection for breakfast Nothing
• GILLIAN (9/5): -
• Richard (10/5): The place to stay in the Lincoln area. - This was an experience not to be missed. Our hosts, Anna and Ian made us welcome in their home and we enjoyed every aspect of our stay. The breakfast was as good as we would ever expect. The room was perfect and we had the luxury of their lounge and garden to use. A very professional pair and they are very good at what they do and provide. 11 out oof 10 on all counts. Superb.
• Oi Ling Irene (10/5): I will come back again. - The breakfast room was opened for 24 hours and there are tea and coffee available and SNACKS. The owner is very very helpful. He let me do the laundry. A bit far from the town centre but always can take a bus.
• Lorraine (10/5): Highly recommended!! - I was attending a weekend event in Lincoln and needed overnight accommodation so I chose Creston Villa based on the reviews. I arrived later in the evening than planned but Iain was there to give me a warm welcome and explain the guest facilities. I was blown away by the stunning character of the house and my bedroom and the attention to detail to ensure I had everything I needed for my short stay. My room was clean and beautifully presented, the bed very comfortable, free wifi , tv, kettle, electric shower and so many little extras to make you feel like a valued guest. I couldn't take advantage of breakfast as I had a very early checkout but Anna provided me with a bag of breakfast goodies to take with me. I wouldn't hesitate to come back next time I have a stop-over in Lincoln.
• Rainer (10/5): Stunning - Iain and Anna are wonderful hosts / beautiful Edwardian house with detail for antique accessories / very good breakfast
• Annette (10/5): Amazing characterful place, fantastic hosts, extremely comfortable, delicious food, great location. - Wow what a find! Anna and Iain have created a truly wonderful oasis of character, charm, creativity and comfort at Creston Villa. We loved all the quirky objects in our room, in the house and garden. Such thoughtful touches throughout including homemade cakes and cookies-free to guests-an honesty bar if you wanted a drink in the evening- and a very generous and delicious continental breakfast including yoghurt, fresh fruit, cold meats, cheese, loads of toast etc. They were the perfect hosts and could not have been more welcoming. They also let us check in at a time that was good for us. Location was perfect, a 30 minute walk up to the Cathedral and Castle which we were there to see. In the evening we walked back to the Villa along the river. Could not have asked for more or better and will definitely stay here again when we return to explore Lincoln further. Nothing not to like!
• Jason (10/5): Amazing hosts.went above and beyond to accommodate us - Hospitality, clean, location Would have preferred an ensuite. Didn’t realise there was a difference between a private bathroom and an ensuite. Bathroom was very accessible though. Didn’t spoil the stay
• Helen (10/5): - The accommodation was very comfortable, the breakfast was lovely and the hosts were fantastic
• Murray (10/5): - Absolutely perfect. Fabulous guest house. Lovely breakfast Perfect hosts.
• Poppy (10/5): - Beautiful home full of lovely antiques. Spotlessly clean
• Richard (10/5): -

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