Title: Best Value on Balboa Island, Classic Cottage w/Amenities, Walk to Beach and Marine Avenue - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=36357800&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Best Value on Balboa Island, Classic Cottage w/Amenities, Walk to Beach and Marine Avenue Beachside fun near Fashion Island ## Photo gallery for Best Value on Balboa Island, Classic Cottage w/Amenities, Walk to Beach and Marine Avenue ![Marina - Best Value on Balboa Island, Classic Cottage w/Amenities, Walk to Beach and Marine Avenue (Newport Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36360000/36357800/36357800/0691e0a1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Best Value on Balboa Island, Classic Cottage w/Amenities, Walk to Beach and Marine Avenue (Newport Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36360000/36357800/36357800/c361f3ad.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![On the beach, beach towels, motor boating, fishing - Best Value on Balboa Island, Classic Cottage w/Amenities, Walk to Beach and Marine Avenue (Newport Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36360000/36357800/36357800/0fc46f8a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Best Value on Balboa Island, Classic Cottage w/Amenities, Walk to Beach and Marine Avenue (Newport Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36360000/36357800/36357800/955ab8da.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Best Value on Balboa Island, Classic Cottage w/Amenities, Walk to Beach and Marine Avenue (Newport Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36360000/36357800/36357800/5e0d2cd4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to Balboa Island Beach Cottage, a charming retreat just steps from Marine Avenue and the bay of the famous Balboa Island Ferry. This cozy 2-bedroom cottage offers a spacious outdoor patio with seating for six, perfect for relaxing or dining al fresco. Enjoy beach essentials like towels, chairs, and umbrellas. ## Reviews 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 51100 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi - 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. ### Best Value on Balboa Island, Classic Cottage w/Amenities, Walk to Beach and Marine Avenue Free Whale Watching, Bike Rentals! We are happy to offer our guests Free Admission to some of the area's top attractions each and every day! Create exciting memories, have more fun, and truly experience your destination! Please click on the image below to see the latest offers! [![itripbutton3.1477602581.jpg](https://st1.itrip.net/upload/230/itripbutton_coastal.1481230233.jpg)](https://widgets.prioticket.com/dw3KLgG3/itrip-newport-activities-summary) Located two blocks from Marine Avenue (Main Street) on Balboa Island, this older cottage is steps to all of the restaurants and short walk to the bay of the famous Balboa Island Ferry. The rear unit has a closed patio that provides a spacious outdoor mix of seating. The gated patio has two Adirondack chairs for relaxing! There is also a patio table and umbrella that seats up to six people. The patio is connected to the cottage through the classic dutch doors as it blends into the living, dining and kitchen areas. The living room, kitchen, and bathroom are located on the first floor and the bedrooms are located on the upper floor. SLP 12921 Enjoy and relax in this classic Balboa Island Beach Cottage. This rear unit of a duplex is a 2 bedroom/1 bath island cottage. This cottage will bring back memories of staying at Grandma and Grandpa's beach getaway! Good for family vacations and one of the best values on Balboa Island. As with all older homes, it is not perfect and we are making upgrades from time to time. Sleeping Arrangements (sleeps 6) • Master: Queen Bed, TV (Smart TV) • Guest Room 2: 1 twin bed and a twin bunk bed that sleeps 3 • Living Room: Sofa Bed (Full) Living Room • Medium TV (Smart TV) • Seating for 8 Front Patio: • Outdoor Dining for 6 People • Gas BBQ Kitchen / Dining • Service for 6 • Oven, stove, microwave, coffee maker Bathrooms • Tub and Shower Linens / Towels • Included Beach Items • Beach Towels (at least 6) • Beach chairs, umbrella, sand toys Home Highlights • Short walk to Marine Avenue for dining and shopping • Short walk to Balboa Island Ferry • Open Patio with Seating • WI-FI • Outside Parking (1 car) • Hair Dryer / Iron • Dog friendly home (additional pet fee required) The living room and outdoor patio are separated by a classic dutch door that can fully open or just opened at the top that the entire family can use to enjoy the cool ocean breezes. The living room has a medium flatscreen TV so you can keep up with the game or the news. Just a few steps from the main living area, the kitchen serves as a central meeting point - which is fully stocked with cooking/dining gear and basic appliances. You can choose to cook your meal on the outdoor charcoal grill or in the kitchen! As you continue through the house, there are private laundry facilities are conveniently located in the hallway that leads to the stairs to the bedrooms. The master bedroom has a Queen bed and TV. The second bedroom is for the kids! It has a twin bed and a twin bunk bed. A closet with space for clothes. The hallway bathroom has a shower/tub combo. To fulfill the sleeping arrangements for 6 total guests, please consider that the pullout living room sofa is a full size bed, best suited for 2 children or 1 adult. PARKING: The parking for the rear unit is inside the gate. All guests are guaranteed a parking space. We do not recommend extremely large vehicles at this location. General neighborhood street parking (metered or unmetered) also in area. Balboa Island, in general, is undergoing some utility replacement on the Island, from time to time we expect the parking situation to be affected by some city utility work. Check-in time: 3:30 p.m. Check-out time: 10 a.m. Pets are allowed and the pet fee is $100 per pet up to two maximum. Balboa Island is a gem whether you drive, walk, bike or take the Balboa Island Ferry to the island. Balboa Island’s Marine Avenue is home to chic coastal shops featuring unique nautical designs, stylish beach fashions, art and jewelry. It’s also home to quaint restaurants and bistros serving up a variety of dishes bursting with flavor. The selections on Balboa Island go beyond the local fresh seafood of the day with flavors of Italian, Mexican, and French-Swiss mixed in to the culinary choices. There may be nothing more iconic than the island’s two famous desserts, the Balboa Bar and Frozen Banana. The local sweet tooth treasures have been mainstays for nearly 75 years, and have been imitated and replicated, including on the hit TV show “Arrested Development.” The tasty treats are dipped in chocolate and covered with a variety of coatings from nuts and sprinkles to cookie crumbs. If you want to visit the DISNEYLAND, our property is located just under 20 miles to the resort and it's two main parks. After a great day at the parks, you can return back to your villa, refresh, relax, and take a stroll down to the beach. If you are interested in the Laguna Beach PAGEANT OF MASTERS during July, this is a fantastic place to stay. Lyft or Uber is the easiest way to get to the event. You can enjoy a nice glass of wine on the balcony before your ride picks you up and takes you to Laguna Beach. Additional local attractions include Disneyland, Knott’s Berry Farm, Whale Watching (included in the FREE FUN package), Aquarium of the Pacific, South Coast Plaza, and Fashion Island. But a trip to Balboa Island wouldn’t be complete without a visit to the Balboa Fun Zone or the Peninsula, where the Ferris wheel has stood for more than 80 years, and the world famous Balboa Island Ferry. The Ferry is about 10 minute walk from the cottage. This cottage can also be rented in conjunction with the front unit for larger families. We do allow dogs and there is a $100 per pet fee that will be charged. Both televisions are Smart TVs and you can log into your favorite streaming services. Please note that our properties may have electronic devices installed such as electronic locks, front door cameras, or noise monitors. There are no video devices inside the property. Balboa Island, as a whole, is undergoing a process of moving utilities underground and roads may be closed. \>> SLP 12921 < ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Street parking available - Limited onsite parking (max 1 space) ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Furnished patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (on request) - Meal delivery service ### Location highlights - In a village - Near a hospital - Near the bay - Near the marina ### Things to do - Birdwatching - Bodyboard - Fishing - Golf - Motor boating - Optional golf privileges - Shopping - Wildlife walks - Golfing nearby - Sailing nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park nearby - Whale watching 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) ### General - Housekeeping (on request) - Unit size: 1,100 square feet ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21660000/21656100/21656096/8b5b78aa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Gorgeous Oceanfront w/ HUGE patio: 1005 E. 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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 Property Registration Number SLP12921 ### Property is also known as Best Value Classic W/amenities Walk Beach Marine Avenue 5520 Best Value Classic Cottage W/amenities Walk Beach Marine Avenue Best Value Classic Cottage W/amenities Walk Beach Marine Avenue ## About the area Located in Balboa Island, a neighborhood in Newport Beach, this cottage is near theme parks and on the beach. Fashion Island and South Coast Plaza are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Crystal Cove State Park and Orange County Great Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Bren Events Center or Festival Amphitheatre. Looking to get your feet wet? Sailing, surfing/body boarding and swimming adventures can be found near the property. [Visit our Newport Beach travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Newport-Beach.dx8111) [View more Cottages in Newport Beach](https://www.expedia.ca/Newport-Beach-Cottages.d8111-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C33.60582%2C-117.89169&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=e9Ql7nDXysKPBcsU01V3TnS2EMk=) Newport Beach, CA ### What's nearby - ![Balboa Island 2017](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/8111/99f1a293-5240-4587-b4e7-0d63023a0a91.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Balboa Peninsula Beaches 13 min walk \- 1.2 km - ![Balboa pier sunrise #natgeo #travel #artofvisuals #natgeotravel #beautifuldestinations #nikon #sonyalpha #instatravel#traveltheworld #bbctravel #aroundtheworld #tourtheplanet #bestintravel #roamtheplanet #picoftheday #TLPicks #NatGeoYourShot #californiaadventure #visitcalifornia #westcoast_exposures #travelcalifornia #ExploringTheGlobe #ilovenewportbeach #ocgrammers #newportbeach #beachstyle #beach #surf #sea #seashore ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/8111/b477b4d5-b071-4028-8667-18c3b9ede4a5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Balboa Pier 15 min walk \- 1.3 km - ![Balboa Island beach with the Pavilion in the background; Shutterstock ID 595732](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635056397164/eea3ae6e-fec8-456b-9c51-24c49349fc82.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Balboa Beach 15 min walk \- 1.3 km - ![Newport Beach Harbor in California city skyline with boats homes and Fashion Island high rise buildings in the background](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6068987/fe00e862-14a3-450b-8b56-85ca11458b32.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Fashion Island 19 min walk \- 1.6 km - Newport Beach Country Club 13 min walk \- 1.2 km ### Getting around - Laguna Niguel Station 20 min drive - John Wayne Airport (SNA) 22 min drive ### Restaurants - Todos Santos | Kitchen De Mexico 7 min walk - Harborside Restaurant & Grand 5 min drive - The Galley Cafe 4 min drive - Sugar n Spice Original Frozen Banana 4 min walk - Wilma's Patio Restaurant 2 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Best Value on Balboa Island, Classic Cottage w/Amenities, Walk to Beach and Marine Avenue pet-friendly? ### What time is check-in at Best Value on Balboa Island, Classic Cottage w/Amenities, Walk to Beach and Marine Avenue? ### What time is check-out at Best Value on Balboa Island, Classic Cottage w/Amenities, Walk to Beach and Marine Avenue? ### Where is Best Value on Balboa Island, Classic Cottage w/Amenities, Walk to Beach and Marine Avenue located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Best Value on Balboa Island, Classic Cottage w/Amenities, Walk to Beach and Marine Avenue 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 89 8 - Good 11 6 - Okay 2 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location ### 8.0 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rebecca O. Mar 27, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely get away for springbreak. Cozy, clean l, and lovely. ##### Rebecca O. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Wendy P. Jan 21, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Very Nice Place It is a great location with everything you need. Nicely furnished and comfortable. We would definitely stay here again. ##### Wendy P. Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lynn P. May 21, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful Stay We really enjoyed our stay at this wonderful cottage! The process of checking in was so easy and the cottage had everything we needed. The location was great too! ##### Lynn P. Stayed 5 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Thomas D. Jun 22, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice vacation rental. Clean , well kept, good location. ##### Thomas D. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amy E. Nov 11, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### local stay we live close to balboa island and decided to do a staycation . had a great time , great location .quaint and comfortable ##### Amy E. Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Matthew B. Jan 7, 2024 #### Balboa Island Cottage Great little spot with convenient access to restaurants and shopping. Clean and cozy, roomy living space and priced appropriately. ##### Matthew B. Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Susan R. Aug 24, 2024 #### Cute spot Cute, well-supplied cottage. Especially liked the enclosed yard - good for kids or dog. Easy walk to ferry and town. ##### Susan R. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Janna N., San Diego Sep 5, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Labor day weekend Nice getaway with family. You can walk to restaurants, shopping and the ferry. ##### Janna N. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Darrell N. Jul 31, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great price for the location! Overall, we loved staying on Balboa Island. Great location and very cozy. The only (2) things are that we wish the shower worked better and it seemed most of the fans were broken and not usable. ##### Darrell N. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### kati p. Oct 28, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### House The location was wonderful. The house needed many updates. ##### kati p. Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shannon R. Apr 14, 2024 #### Balboa Island Cottage - Great Location Great location & parking! The fenced in patio area was perfect for our dogs & private outside sitting area. The listing description was accurate. Communication was great. ##### Shannon R. Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Steve M. Nov 12, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nothing but smiles Spent a beautiful November weekend at the great location. Closer to downtown, nice private patio and a relaxing living space. ##### Steve M. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ken M. Aug 9, 2023 #### Great Value! Great Location! This is our 2nd time staying at this location. We really like the location (short walk to Marine Avenue), the reserved parking space, the outdoor patio space, and the house itself served our family's needs. We will be back! ##### Ken M. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Julia d. Jan 18, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely stay! Absolutely recommend staying here. The house is fully equipped and great for small family. The only suggestion I would give would to put in a smart tv so that Netflix and other streaming programs. But other than that, it was a wonderful stay!! ##### Julia d. Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Janelle M. Jun 6, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Charming beach cottage This was our second time staying here and we had a great time. This place works well for our family and we love the enclosed back patio space for the kids to play. It is clean, well stocked and comfortable. We enjoyed using the kayak and bikes. Scott was very responsive and helpful. Thank you for a great stay! ##### Janelle M. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Roger R. Nov 2, 2023 #### 1106 Park Very comfortable well stocked. The bed was worthy a good nights rest. ##### Roger R. Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ken M. Sep 17, 2024 #### Best value on the island!! This was our 3rd time staying at this location. Everything was as expected. Excellent location! Even better value! We love the patio, the dedicated parking space inside the gate, and the house is always well-stocked and perfect for our family of four. We will be back again! ##### Ken M. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Diane J. Oct 1, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Very nice Cute, quaint, clean ##### Diane J. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Josefina C. Oct 10, 2024 #### Amazing space, amazing time! This beach rental is absolutely amazing! You’re walking distance to everything and can hear the waves crashing from the rental. It is extremely relaxing and it’s a great rental to recharge yourself at. Everything was clean and well kept which was appreciated. This space is great for a couples getaway and to spend time with your family as well. I highly recommend you give yourself an opportunity to check this space out. ##### Josefina C. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Natalie W. May 7, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### great cottage Perfect for us. Comfortable and convenient. Prefer if VRBO did not use itrips as their site is difficult to manage and does not reflect actual stay information. ##### Natalie W. Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carin R. Apr 21, 2025 #### Great spot right in the heart of Balboa We had the pleasure of staying at 1106 Park Ave for a week with our fur kids, and it was a great experience. Scott and his team really came through for us in a pinch—we're so thankful we found them! The cottage is older and has a charming, quaint vibe, but it's well-equipped with everything you need for a comfortable stay. The home was clean and stocked with plenty of towels. The queen bed was cozy, and all the couches were super comfy too. Having a dedicated parking space was a big plus, especially since parking in Balboa can be tricky. Our large SUV just barely fit, but it worked! Although the cottage is on a main road, we didn’t find it noisy—everyone seemed to respect the local noise ordinance. There’s no air conditioning, but the fans made a big difference. It could get a bit warm in the summer, but we were fine during our stay. The stairs to the upstairs area are a little steep, and taller folks might need to duck on the way down—but it wasn’t a big issue. Another huge perk is the location—there are plenty of shops, restaurants, and cafes all within walking distance, which made exploring the area super convenient and fun. Overall, we’d definitely recommend this spot for a small family or anyone traveling with pets. We'd happily stay again! ##### Carin R. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Anne K. Sep 8, 2024 #### 1106 Park Balboa Island 1106 Park is a duplex. It began many years ago as one house but was refigured as two rental properties. As advertised, it is less expensive than most of the properties on the island, however it has some interesting aspects. The upstairs double bed room and the twin bed room has only 1 outlet which makes for difficulty with plugging in phones, fans and lamps. The drawers are old and difficult to open and close. The staircase is difficult to walk if you are very young or old. It is steep and narrow and can be dangerous if you get up in the middle of the night to use the facilities. The kitchen and living room are nice and the patio which overlooks the alley is comfortable and nice. There are nice amenities. Overall it is an old duplex but a good value. ##### Anne K. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gail B. Oct 20, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Trial run with dogs This is the first time we have traveled with our dogs and the fenced in yard was perfect. The location is excellent and a short walk to Marine St The house is very much in its original state. My husband and I are older and the stairs to the bedrooms were a bit steep for us to maneuver so we planned our trips up and down the stairs to limit the need to use the stairs. The one bathroom is downstairs and worked out well got us. This property would not be suitable for people with mobility issues. No air conditioning as mentioned in description of property but portable fans are provided. We only needed it in the bedroom and the fan aired the room sufficiently. All in all a good trip. The biggest bonus is the on property parking provided. ##### Gail B. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### madeline s. Sep 14, 2025 #### A nice time Cute, cozy cottage. Close to everything - very walkable to strand and restaurants. Convenient parking next to patio. Had a very enjoyable relaxing stay. ##### madeline s. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kent O. May 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Newportbeach cottage Loved our stay in Newport beach.Cute cottage just minutes walk to beach and shopping. Definitely would rate 5 stars. ##### Kent O. 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