Title: The Wisdom House est. 1878 - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=18980078&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Wisdom House est. 1878 Family-friendly vacation home in Baker City ## Photo gallery for The Wisdom House est. 1878 ![Exterior - The Wisdom House est. 1878 (Baker City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18990000/18980100/18980078/cc7804bf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - The Wisdom House est. 1878 (Baker City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18990000/18980100/18980078/f25b8cad.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - The Wisdom House est. 1878 (Baker City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18990000/18980100/18980078/ac07117f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Children's area - The Wisdom House est. 1878 (Baker City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18990000/18980100/18980078/45d8b90d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib - The Wisdom House est. 1878 (Baker City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18990000/18980100/18980078/1a3d0c3a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies In the heart of Baker City's Historic District, The Wisdom House invites you to experience its 1878 charm. This restored home boasts four cozy bedrooms, a balcony overlooking downtown, an eat-in kitchen with a gas fireplace, and two bathrooms including one with a claw-foot bathtub. Unwind in the large yard with lounging areas or enjoy local streaming channels on flat-screen TVs. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 17 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space ## 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. ### The Wisdom House est. 1878 The Wisdom House was built 1878, and is in the Heart of Downtown Baker City Historic District. it is the oldest home in Baker City still proudly displaying its original valances/draperies in the living room and dining room from 1878\. This home is the perfect getaway within walking distance to shops, restaurants museums, parks and so much more. It has central heat and air conditioning. Sleeps 16\. Great for large group gatherings in the l landscaped yard with host approval, fee may apply The perfect getaway in this restored Historic Home. The Wisdom House is the oldest home in Baker City, circa 1878\. It is in the Heart of Downtown Historic District just walking distance to shops, restaurants, museums, parks and so much more. This Historic Home features 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, dining room, eat-in kitchen breakfast area and loft area. The upstairs 2nd floor bedrooms open up onto a Balcony overlooking Downtown Baker City. The 3rd floor is an open floor with 4 twin beds and 3/4 bed. One bedroom is located on the first floor. The upstairs bathroom features a claw-foot bathtub and Plush bathrobes are provided for your comfort. This home has Central Air-conditioning for those hot days. Free Wireless Internet. Three flat screen televisions are provided for each of the 3 floors with Roku, DVD\`s. Bedrooms: 4 Bedrooms, Sleeps 16, Beds/Sofa beds for 14 plus air mattresses if needed Bedroom 1: 1 King Bedroom 2: Queen Bedroom 3: Queen Bedroom 4: 4 twin, full bed and roll away cot Loft area: 1 double sofa bed Living room: 1 Queen sofa bed Bedroom #1 has a King size Bed, opens up to the balcony on the second floor over looking 2nd Street and the Historic District. Bedroom #2 has a Queen size bed and has access to the balcony, Bedroom #3 has a Queen bed, Bedroom #4 is the 3rd floor open floor with 4 twin beds, a full bed and a roll away cot. Loft area on the second floor has a double size sofa bed Downstairs living room has a Queen size sofa bed. there are pillows and comforter for Living Room Sofa Bed in the chest behind door by the sofa. Rooms have central air and heat. Bathrooms: 2 Bathrooms Bathroom 1: toilet, tub Upstairs bath with a Claw Foot Tub Bathroom 2: toilet, shower Downstairs Bathroom Guest will have access to the entire home except for locked owner closets. The entire yard is also available and a charcoal and propane BBQ are provided. Note: propane for BBQ and fire pit is provided as a curtesy but not guaranteed. The upstairs 2nd floor bedrooms open up to the balcony and are available to guests. Adult supervision is a must if children are in the balcony. No horse playing allowed out in the balcony. Host is available to answer any questions, concerns, or set up a special activity via email, phone or text as needed and/or meet in person if preferred. We value your privacy and therefore have a self check-in/out system. The home is in the Baker City Historic District two blocks from Main Street Downtown Guest Limits: Only the number of guests listed on the reservation are permitted to stay overnight. Any additional overnight guests must be added to the reservation prior to arrival or immediately upon check-in. The platform will recalculate the reservation total based on the number of guests if appliable. Day visitors are limited to up to 5 additional guests beyond those listed on the reservation and must vacate by 8:00 PM, unless otherwise approved in writing. Unapproved large gatherings may incur a minimum $650 fee and may result in immediate termination of the reservation. Any gathering that exceeds the number of overnight guests count on the reservation plus the 5 allowed number of approved day visitors is considered a large gathering and requires prior written approval from the host. Balcony & Safety: • The upstairs bedrooms open to a balcony that is available for guest use. • Minors may use the balcony only under direct adult supervision. • No horseplay is permitted on the balcony. Restricted Areas: • Locked owner closets and locked exterior buildings are off-limits. Smoking: • This is a strictly non-smoking property, including cigarettes, e-cigarettes, and vaping devices. • Smoking outdoors must be at least 15 feet from doors and windows, and materials must be disposed of properly (not inside receptacles). • Evidence of smoking will result in a minimum $550 fee for cleaning, odor removal, and remediation. Pets: • Pets are not permitted on the property. • Evidence of an unauthorized pet will result in a minimum $600 fee to cover allergen removal, deep cleaning, and any damages. Commercial Use: • No commercial photography, videography, or filming is permitted without prior written consent from the owner. Damages & Violations: Additional fees may apply if: • Damage occurs beyond normal wear and tear • Furniture is moved and not returned to its original location • Items are missing or broken • Linens are lost or permanently stained • Checkout instructions are not followed • Unauthorized parties or gatherings occur • The tenant is evicted by the owner or local authorities CHECK OUT: Checkout time is by 11:00 AM. Before checkout, please complete the following: 🛏️ Please do not make or strip the beds — housekeeping will take care of all linens 🍽️ Dishes: o Wash any dishes used during your stay and put them away, OR o Wash and leave drying in the dish rack or drying pad, OR o Leave washing in the portable dishwasher 🪑 Return any moved furniture or items moved to its original location Take trash out — trash cans are located on the side of the house / backyard 🧺 Place used towels and any bathrobes in the downstairs laundry room 🔌 Turn things off: all lights, fireplaces, televisions, candles, and the stove • Close and lock any windows that were opened 🔒 Secure the home: o Back & side doors: press the lock symbol on the keypad o Front door: press the large white “Kwikset” button Extended Stay Housekeeping: For stays longer than 20 days, mid-stay housekeeping is required and provided every 20 days for an additional charge. ## Property amenities ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby - Ski lift privileges - Snowboarding nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car not required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Shower/bathtub combination - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Smart TV - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Firepit - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - 3 steps to reach entrance - Smoking not allowed - Note from host: Strict no smoking policy on the property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Meal delivery service ### Location highlights - In the city center - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital ### Things to do - Golf - Ski lift privileges - Snow sports gear - Tennis - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Rafting nearby - Rock climbing nearby - Sledding nearby - Snowmobiling nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/111000000/110997300/110997289/w1280h957x0y1-c5a729a4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Scenic Views Home, Gorgeous Views! 4 Bdrm, 4 Bath, Local Golfing 50% Off! 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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 A car is not required for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as Wisdom House Built 1878 Heart Historic District Wisdom Built 1878 Heart Downtown Baker City Historic District Wisdom Built 1878 Heart Historic District Wisdom House Built 1878 Heart Historic District Wisdom Built 1878 Heart Downtown Baker City Historic District Wisdom House Built 1878 Heart Historic District Wisdom Built 1878 Heart Downtown Baker City Historic District 454230 Wisdom Built 1878 Heart Historic District ## 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%7C44.77811%2C-117.83203&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=g8i9A_0solv1aCvGLJT26EdEfkw=) Baker City, OR #### What's nearby - Adler House Museum \- 3 min walk \- 0.3 km - Baker Tower \- 5 min walk \- 0.4 km - Baker County Public Library \- 5 min walk \- 0.4 km - Baker City Mini-Loop \- 6 min walk \- 0.6 km - Crossroads Carnegie Art Center \- 6 min walk \- 0.6 km #### Getting around - Pendleton, OR (PDT-Eastern Oregon Regional) - 100 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Maverik Adventures First Stop - ‬14 min walk - ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive - ‪Eagle Cap Grill - ‬19 min walk - ‪Oregon Trail Restaurant - ‬10 min walk - ‪Inland Cafe - ‬17 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Wisdom House est. 1878 pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at The Wisdom House est. 1878? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at The Wisdom House est. 1878? ### What time is check-out at The Wisdom House est. 1878? ### Where is The Wisdom House est. 1878 located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Wisdom House est. 1878 Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 61 8 - Good 5 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Hannah H. May 8, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful historic house! What a lovely stay! It's a beautiful and unique house. Close to restaurants and other places to walk to. Very clean and well stocked. Loved it! ##### Hannah H. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### john p., White Salmon,WA Jul 6, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay Perfect for our cycling group ##### john p. Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jack M. Aug 14, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family Memorial Visit Had a great time at the property. There was plenty of room and beds but the best part was the large yard and BBQs. We had a wonderful stay. ##### Jack M. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John D., West Jordan, UT, USA Jul 4, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Loved this vintage home. So much history with this home, we loved it. ##### John D. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Angela S. Nov 1, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Place We had a wonderful stay! We will be back every year for our competition. Our guests have already reached out to other groups they travel with to book this house! We were very pleased with our stay! Thank you for an amazing opportunity. ##### Angela S. Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### CINDY S. Oct 10, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Girls Getaway in Baker City, OR at the Wisdom House Thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this historic home. It was built in 1878 but has every modern comfort and convenience. Well equipped kitchen, all the amenities you would want in the bathrooms. Lots of beds, big dining room, very nice outdoor patio. Only a two block walk to Main Street. Never used our car once we arrived. Highly recommend! ##### CINDY S. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mysti B. Dec 3, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Holiday Kick Off Our family felt very welcomed by Veronica and our stay in the house was just what we needed for the holiday season. Perfect location to all things in town. Beds were comfortable and we had everything we might have needed. Thank you for a wonderful weekend! ##### Mysti B. Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brenda M. May 31, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Memorial Day We enjoyed our stay at the Wisdom House. When we checked in we had a few problems and Veronica was there to solve these issues immediately. Thank you! ##### Brenda M. Stayed 5 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ashley R. Dec 1, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely historical home I am originally from Baker City, born and raised and have lots of family still there. My family of 5 and my parents decided to rent this beautiful historic home. The home itself was very clean and so cool with all the history and old charm. My family loves history and enjoyed the books about the original owners. The hosts were great, easy to communicate with and reasonable with request, allowing us to have a Thanksgiving gathering at the home. The house was very well stocked with necessities and had an impressive dish selection, great for a holiday meal.The yard was expansive and great for a holiday football. This home is in a central location, great for exploring Baker City. I would absolutely recommend a stay in this beautiful home! ##### Ashley R. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Beverly S. Aug 23, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Historic Charm The house was clean and just as promised, it was an historic adventure. We did have a little trouble getting in when we arrived, as there were issues with the doors working properly. the owner was quick to rectify the problem and the rest of our stay was excellent. ##### Beverly S. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Jenny H. Dec 11, 2021 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful Historic Home The house is full of history and stocked perfectly for a stay. The king bed in the master bedroom is super comfortable and the linens were lovely. The only issue was the house was infested with 100’s of flies (both dead and alive) and other bugs. Maybe it had something to do with the time of year but the bugs were a bit much. ##### Jenny H. Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carolyn H. Sep 20, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Girls' Trip We had a great time! The location is perfect for walking to downtown shops and eateries. The weather was lovely allowing us to enjoy relaxing conversation in the large well maintained yard and patio. Beds and linens were excellent and the kitchen was well stocked. We were surprised by the television that just came on suddenly (twice a day). We couldn't find a timer setting on it, so we simply turned it off and had a good laugh. Would definitely stay here again. ##### Carolyn H. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michele R., Portland, OR Jul 6, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Win win! Yes to the Wisdom House for everyone who has the opportunity to stay! AND the Baker City community hails the refurbishing of this beautiful home. Saving history is vital to thriving cities. Baker is full of stories, beautiful old buildings and wonderful small shops and eateries. You owe yourself a visit! PS. Veronica goes out of her way to make your stay just right! She is highly respected in her small community as well. ##### Michele R. Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jeff & Lydia K. Jun 27, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place to stay! Veronica was/is amazing taking care of us/everything. She was/is super easy to communicate with even when you have issues with VRBO. She reached out to VRBO to give me a call to help me. Thank you Veronica for everything! Enjoyed all the local paintings and products for sale. Even purchased some. Read the book you had in the parlor about the house. Good read. Everything is within walking distance. We would stay here again. Our friends are considering this place for their family gatherings in near future. Enjoyed Baker City! Everyone so friendly and helpful. Thanks again. ##### Jeff & Lydia K. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Eileen B. Aug 9, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Our favorite story in the John Wisdom history, which we highly recommend, was the tale of the vat man. On a sweltering August day, 1910, the city was paving the road in front of the house. That night the smoke from the streaming vat of tar poured into the second floor french doors. Father Wisdom could bear no more, donned his pants and went to confront the vat man. The argument escalated, and Glen, a Wisdom son, donned his own pants and raced down the stairs. He heard the vat man say, “Go back to bed you SOB,” and Father Wisdom, in his 70’s, flattened the vat man. Quoting the history, “if he’d been a hundred he would take those words from no man.” Glen picked up the vat man and ran off down the street. The family persuaded Father Wisdom to go inside, having done enough.Still pre-dawn, the police arrived with a warrant for Father’s arrest. The second time that night, he donned his pants. To the surprise of all, the man making the complaint had only one arm. Glen swore he was in possession of both. Father Wisdom admitted that it was dark and he was justifiably riled considering the smoke and insults.In the paper the next morning, the headline read, “Prominent Business Man and Son Assault One-armed Man.” Glen, convinced that vat man had switched places with another, went into law and returned home to set the story straight. He never did find the legitimate vat man and forever the Wisdoms were haunted by the charge: assault and vattery of a one-armed man. ##### Eileen B. Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Suzanne E. Oct 6, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazingly wonderful stay We wish we would have had more time to spend than the one night. The yard was beautiful and inviting. The house was homey and elegant at the same time. Great little find! ##### Suzanne E. Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Becky W. Sep 5, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful house! What a neat property to stay at! It was very comfortable and we had plenty of space! We would love to come back again. ##### Becky W. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer B. Aug 7, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Such a cool experience Loved the house and it’s history. Such a cool experience staying at the Wisdom house. ##### Jennifer B. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### gloria b. Jul 22, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### wisdom house retreat The overall experience was very good. The house has so much character. We all loved it. The house needed to have housekeeping make a quick walk through before we arrived. The grounds were very well kept. ##### gloria b. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mary Q., Portland,OR May 22, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Historic home experience with updated amenities The house is located in the historic district of Baker City, It is close to downtown shops and areas of interest. The home is historic but has updated kitchen and baths. I stayed in the bedroom on the first floor and my friends managed the steep staircase to the lovely 2nd floor. We did not access or use the third floor area. We got a quick response when we emailed Victoria regarding the blinds. There is also an alarm system for safety. ##### Mary Q. Stayed 2 nights in May 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Eric D. Apr 4, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location, and a fun house to explore This house is prob the best rental in Baker City for groups. The location is walking distance to fun things down town, even in the winter. The house itself takes a full 20 min to explore; there are so many rooms and interesting things to see. Interesting nooks and decor add to the charm. As with old houses, bathrooms are an issue; 1 upstairs and 1 down stairs. The shower didn't work for us due to pipes freezing. The bath/shower upstairs is challenging for older fellows. ##### Eric D. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lizzie R., Portland Dec 27, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful getaway in a piece of history We spent a great 7 nights at the Wisdom House over Christmas. The house has everything you need for a memorable and comfortable stay. The beds and linens are very comfortable, and the kitchen well stocked. The big bathroom has a clawfoot tub that's great for soaking. We enjoyed many dinners around the big dining room table, and a great Christmas Eve and morning around the tree with the fireplaces crackling. Main street is just a block away with lots of great shops to explore. We skiied several days at Anthony Lakes, which was such a relaxing and fun break from the chaos of bigger ski resorts. ##### Lizzie R. Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### William N. Sep 7, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great old home in Baker City Clean enjoyable old Victorian home. As advertised on VRBO. Lots of amenities Only downside was that it is really right downtown. It was a holiday night so quiet on the streets ##### William N. Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elizabeth O. Sep 7, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Baker City is a fun and interesting place We loved the house snd it’s location near downtown. Sitting on the garden in the rvrningsyand enjoying ourselves was special. We are trying to another trip so we can stay again. ##### Elizabeth O. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Duane T. Aug 9, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family reunion The home was very comfortable and welcoming. We especially appreciated how clean everything was. We had just had a bad experience at a home we stayed at for another family reunion where everything was broken down, very unclean and unsanitary. Thank you for allowing us to stay at your lovely home. We hope to be able to do so again. Also loved Baker City-such a fun place! ##### Duane T. 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