Pippins

4.7★

6 Guests
3 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
Pets No
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Features

Off road parking
Open fire
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

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Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

52 Customer Review(s)

Sharon
October 2024

“A lovely, spacious, well equipped cottage that has plenty of plates, cups & glasses.”

Ideally situated for walks with plenty to do in the surrounding area.

Ideally situated for walks with plenty to do in the surrounding area.

- Sharon, October 2024
Helen July 2024

“All great. Just a personal preference that the bed was firm (I like a soft mattress).”

Everything else was great. Brilliant value considering it’s such a great location with so much to do close by.

- Helen, July 2024
Lorraine June 2024

“Nice peaceful area, spacious cottage that had everything you needed”

- Lorraine, June 2024
Peter May 2024

“Very well equipped and spacious cottage.”

Good setting on the edge of the forest even the sheep added to the country feel. Would definitely recommend.

- Peter, May 2024
Rachel April 2024

“We would highly recommend Pippins it's the perfect base for exploring the area and is very well equipped.”

The house was very spacious especially the master bedroom. We particularly liked having the warm conservatory to sit in when it was too chilly to enjoy the lovely garden. The town its self has a few shops and takeaways. We walked to the cafe for breakfast a few mornings as it was so good. You can drive to numerous attractions within 10mins or simply walk off into the forest from the doorstep. We are definitely hoping to make a return visit .

- Rachel, April 2024
Brian November 2023

“A lovely cottage.”

Facilities were very good, every thing you could want for a stay. Master bedroom is large and beds are very comfortable, plenty of extra bedding and towels. Kitchen is large and has everything you could need. There's 3 bedrooms, a sitting/games room, lounge, kitchen , laundry+ room and conservatory. Every thing was very clean. Lovely location for forest walks. I managed to blow a fuse by plugging in a faulty charger, the owner answered my call straight away and told me where the consumer unit was, so sorted. My one small comment would be there is only one en suite in the master bedroom, so other guest would have to go downstairs to use the toilet downstairs in the laundry/shower/toilet room or go into the master bedroom. Not a problem for us as only 2 of us stayed. Once again I have to say we loved your cottage and certainly recommend it thank you.

- Brian, November 2023
Kelly October 2023

“Cottage was very nice and authentic.”

Lovely setting big rooms and comfy. Well thought out and all you need for a comfortable stay.

- Kelly, October 2023
Philip October 2023

“We had a great time.”

Clean and with good quality furnishings. Lots of space. Ideally located for the Forest of Dean Mountain Bike centre which is a 4 mile cycle from pippins , mostly off road, and the cottage also has a garage for bike storage.

- Philip, October 2023
Debbi September 2023

“This is a cracking cottage.”

Has 3 bedrooms, 2 reception rooms, 2 shower rooms and a large kitchen diner. Although there was only the 2 of us on this occasion, there is plenty of room for a family getaway. The facilities were spot on, everything you could ask for, like home from home. Log fire was a dream to ward off the chills of the evening, but to be fair we were lucky with the weather during the day for the week we were there. Although we didn't use the garden, it is very secluded and can see it being a lovely sun trap in summer - also enclosed so no issues with either little uns or dogs getting away from you. It's not detached, but we didn't have any issues with the neighbours or any noise when we were there - and lovely doris (sheep) and friends were there to greet us every time we came out of the cottage. There are many scenic walks from the doorstep, but it is a short walk to village pub and shops if you didn't want to venture far. Would I recommend this cottage? Yes indeed I would and if ever I want to return to the area, I know where I will look first.

- Debbi, September 2023
Tracey August 2023

“Had a fantastic week at Pippins.”

The cottage is spacious, comfortable and well kitted out to cover all of our needs. Nice little welcome pack of wine & shortbread from the owners. Decent Chinese & chip shops close by, shop in the village & supermarket only a few miles away. Great base for exploring the area, and loved the sheep right outside the gate

- Tracey, August 2023
David June 2023

“We thought the cottage was detached but was a semi.”

The bathroom backed on to nextdoors small garden. The bathroom itself is very dated also a lot of the doubleglazing needs replacing as the seals have gone and are full of condensation. But the worst thing was all the sheep mess it was every where and you could not avoid treading in it. We sometimes had a dozen sheep sleeping right outside the front gate. There was no mention about the sheep mess in your information of course. We would not stay at Pippins again sorry!! David Basten

- David, June 2023

I am sorry that your stay was spoiled by the sheep. The sheep are allowed to graze in the Forest of Dean. It has been very hot and sunny recently and outside our front gate is a shady spot that they are therefore naturally drawn to. Recently there has been more sheep mess than usual and I have been clearing it regularly; but of course this only happen once a week. I have just checked the property details and I cannot find any mention of Pippins being detached. Strictly speaking I would say it is an end of terrace. You are quite correct that some of the double glazing panels need replacing and it is on the list of maintenance jobs....so thanks for reminding me! Property Owner
Laura May 2023

“We had a Lovely stay in Pippins.”

The cottage is comfortable and central to lots of attractions near by. Everything you need is provided and it's a nice touch having a welcome package and some log for the wood burner to get you started. Big garden for the kids to play in and some books and games to keep them occupied too. Beautiful area, we thoroughly enjoyed our first visit to the Wye valley and the Forest of Dean.

- Laura, May 2023
Graham February 2023

“We had a fabulous time at pippins.”

There was wine in the fridge, and biscuits left for our arrival with was a very nice touch. The property was large and comfortable the master bedroom has a large bed which was very comfy. Pippins is well situated for walks in the forest and only a short walk to the village shops.

- Graham, February 2023
Deborah December 2022

“A very well presented property.”

Situated in a lovely quiet location. Spacious and comfortable rooms, warm and cozy and nicely furnished. Pippins was surely a "home away from home" experience. Chris even kindly provided us with a Christmas tree as our booking coincided with the festive season. Would definitely return to Pippins.

- Deborah, December 2022
Victoria November 2022

“What a lovely cottage in a lovely location!”

The location is set in beautiful countryside and in a very quiet location- we weren’t disturbed by anyone around and in the mornings you could hear owls and birds from the windows. Sheep also love to roam free nearby! The cottage itself is incredibly spacious- our family of 6 all had plenty of room to move freely. There is an added bonus of the children’s playroom for them to break off into as well. The bedrooms are spacious and comfortable and the added extra of a utility room and downstairs toilet is great. The log burning stove was so lovely to sit in front of and provided some nice extra warmth on the chillier nights. The owners have clearly taken the time to think of anything and everything that you could need in a home away from home and I can’t think of anything we wished we had with us. There’s a travel cot, baby bath and wooden highchair provided for babies which is much better than some other cottages we’ve been to. The downstairs toilet is the only toilet available for everyone to use as upstairs there’s an en suite- this was a bit tricky for our 3 year old to get to in the night so was a bit of a downside and the playroom doesn’t have a radiator so a bit cold- although the owners have got extra heaters that could have been used. Overall a great stay. Thank you

- Victoria, November 2022
Mark October 2022

“We REALLY enjoyed our stay at Pippins and I'd highly recommend it to anyone looking to stay in the area.”

The house was lovely, spacious, well equipped, and comfortable. Above all it was very clean and it's clear the owners put a great deal of personal effort in to maintaining the house and its presentation. We we very happy with our stay here and appreciate the personal touch this house shows. As for the area, again, very impressed. There were so many things to do in and around Bream that we could happily have spent another week there. Excellent all round - Thanks!

- Mark, October 2022
Alison September 2022

“A lovely clean house with excellent communication pre arrival.”

It was very spacious, warm and the furniture and fittings were of a high quality.

- Alison, September 2022
Cathy July 2022

“The house was very clean, comfortable and well-equipped.”

It's a good base for exploring the Wye valley and the Forest of Dean. we had a lovely holiday.

- Cathy, July 2022
Adrian June 2022

“This is a very comfortable cottage in a very peaceful location.”

Everything was provided and some very nice extras as well. I think the property could be improved with some structural work upstairs to provide a separate bathroom if 4 adults are sharing. For just the two of us it was lovely.

- Adrian, June 2022
Sheila May 2022

“Brilliant place to stay, great location, lovely house and gardens, fully equipped”

- Sheila, May 2022
Olusola April 2022

“Our stay was very comfortable and the views from our rooms were just stunning.”

The property had all you needed to get a meal going as soon as you got in. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and had lots of fun things to do in the Forest of Dean.

- Olusola, April 2022
Rachel March 2022

“A lovely place to stay.”

Very clean, not cluttered - plenty of space for all our things, even with 4 adults a toddler and a baby! Having a travel cot, high chair and baby bath at the house meant we could travel lighter so greatly appreciated. Very useful info pack, map and leaflets. Short walk uphill to the village chippy, and near enough to Chepstow, Symonds yat, or over the bridge to bristol for lots of choice for day trips. Overall a great holiday facilitated by lovely accomodation! Thankyou

- Rachel, March 2022
Matthew February 2022

“What a wonderful property, perfectly located to explore the Forest of Dean.”

The photos of the property don’t quite do it justice to how spacious and comfortable it is! We were able to relax and unwind from the hustle and bustle of normal life. The beds were very comfortable and it was a wonderful experience to wake up open the curtains and watch the sunrise over the forest. Everything you could need from a holiday cottage, highly recommended.

- Matthew, February 2022

Thank you for your kind comments. The features you pick out are exactly the ones that we most value about Pippins. Property Owner
Nathan December 2021

“We had a fantastic weekend stay at Pippins Cottage.”

The cottage is bigger than it appears in the photos and it was very cosy and absolutely loved the wood burner. The only drawback for us was that the bed in the master bedroom was made up of two separate mattresses and kept falling into the middle. Other than that the cottage is in a lovely area and is very close to a selection of woods to walk through and explore. The sheep are free roaming in the area and are very friendly - they love a good carrot if you have any spare.

- Nathan, December 2021

Thank you for your feedback about the bed. I am sorry to hear that you had problem with the master bed. Following your comments I had a look at it to see if something had broken. It all looked OK and I could not see how anything , let alone a person, could fall through. Glad you had a good stay apart from that. Property Owner
Mary September 2021

“Everything possible done to make us comfortable and welcome - even a bottle of wine in the fridge and a log fire left ready for us to light.”

Would highly recommend.

- Mary, September 2021
Lisa September 2021

“Lovely and comfortable cottage in a beautiful area with so much to do close by.”

- Lisa, September 2021
Colin August 2021

“Lovely little cottage in a great area, lots to see and do all within easy reach.”

Forrest of Dean Railway, Lydney Hasrbour, Raglan & Chepstow castles along with many more. the cottage has a fully equipped kitchen, the only problem might be the narrow staircase. Parking is on the grass outside the cottage, just watch out for the sheep poo it's everywhere as sheep roam freely in the village. The village has a chippy, coffee shop, and a good-sized Co-op, we tried all three. Overall we had a great week!!!

- Colin, August 2021
Amanda July 2021

“Fantastic location to visit all areas of Forest of Dean.”

Pleasant, homely cottage.

- Amanda, July 2021
Janet June 2021

“The cottage was very comfortable and had all we needed.”

- Janet, June 2021
Maxine June 2021

“A lovely place to stay, very well situated for visiting the area.”

Pippins had everything we needed.

- Maxine, June 2021
Mrs Brown May 2021

“Pleasant little cottage - well equipped with comfortable bed and good ensuite.”

Complimentary shortbread and wine was nice touch. Great conservatory and pleasant garden which we could not really use as the weather was poor.

- Mrs Brown, May 2021
Helen October 2020

“We stayed over the wettest weekend in October but the cottage was so cosy we hardly noticed.”

Everything very well set up, we had everything we needed. Very close to all the activities we had planned. We had a super weekend in Pippins

- Helen, October 2020
Steve September 2020

“Such a wonderful property.”

Boasting 3 good size bed rooms and benefitting from 2 lounges downstairs - one perfect for children - our 15 month old loved playing with his toys in his new play room. The kitchen was excellent and is well kitted out. There was an option of a high chair and travel cot, even a baby bath in the utility, which again shows that the owners have really thought about how to make the property feel like a home away from home. The location of the property is excellent, alot of trails are 15minutes away. Would definitely recommend a stay here.

- Steve, September 2020
Keith February 2020

“A very well equipped holiday home , all very clean and cosy for our weeks stay at the end of February .”

We would like to return here in the future , and will recommend to our family and friends.

- Keith, February 2020
Louise February 2020

“Very relaxed feeling - granddaughter able to crawl about happily .”

High chair good, but travel cot mattress v thin. No bath, but baby bath provided. Good bedrooms, comfy beds, good quality bedding and towels. Great kitchen - with large table. High winds blew Rayburn out on 2 of 3 nights so no radiators. Great wood burning stove! Chris very helpful and arranged for Rayburn to be relit (tricky job - needs an expert) Garden will be lovely in spring & summer. Would love to stay again, if only to have another attempt at the devilishly difficult jigsaw which I couldn’t manage to complete!!

- Louise, February 2020
Kathryn January 2020

“The cottage was lovely and cosy lovely welcome of chilled wine in the fridge and well stocked log pile.”

cottage was comfortable and met our needs.

- Kathryn, January 2020
Natasha November 2019

“Fantastic cottage in a lovely location.”

So close to many great attractions for adults and children. The cottage itself was cosy and very inviting. It may have been November when we stayed but the fire was on and made our stay even better. The kitchen is a great set up and we had everything we needed and more for our family of 5. Thankyou, we would love to return!

- Natasha, November 2019
Elizabeth Joan September 2019

“The Forest of Dean area is brilliant for a holiday with a family.”

Grandparents,parents and a 2/3 year old all had a great time.Lots of walking and exploring the Forest trails but also Chepstow Castle and of course the steam trains! Pippins is situated in a quiet village and is very close to all local attractions.It is comfortable and well equipped with a lovely garden.

- Elizabeth Joan, September 2019
Ian August 2019

“Great location close to the Forest of Dean and many points of interest also ...”

Great location close to the Forest of Dean and many points of interest also numerous walks within a 10 mile radius and on the doorstep

- Ian, August 2019
Mel April 2019

“There are plenty of things to do regardless of age.”

Pippins itself has a lovely little garden where you can just chill if you don't feel like doing anything. You may need to get used to sheep though as they are everywhere including sat in the middle of the road or, looking expectantly for food at the garden gate.

- Mel, April 2019
Zoe April 2019

“The cottage is really comfortable and cosy.”

We loved the kitchen and the decor in the bedrooms especially. The lack of upstairs communal bathroom is fine once you get used to going up and down the stairs at night. The location is lovely right opposite an enclosure with sheep and with walking access in to the Forest of Dean. We hired bikes from Parkend which is walking distance and our grandparents were able to explore the area using their bus passes! We had a really nice family gathering and the cottage was ideal for us. The extra living room/bedroom downstairs was great for my teenage son who didn't want to share with his mum! The people in Bream are very friendly too.

- Zoe, April 2019
Marilyn March 2019

“Could not find an iron or ironing board ,but everything else was to hand”

- Marilyn, March 2019
James December 2018

“Holiday cottage was clean and comfortable and exactly as stated”

- James, December 2018
Patricia November 2018

“Pippins is a beautiful holiday let, very spacious, and had every facility we needed, and more.”

The hosts left a lovely welcome tray to get us started which was just what we needed after such a long drive. Lots of things to do in the area, just perfect for a break.

- Patricia, November 2018
Janet August 2018

“Great cottage.”

Woodburner was essential on what was a very wet weekend at times. Beds comfortable and the area quiet. Well located for Forest of Dean activities.

- Janet, August 2018
Lindsay July 2018

“A lovely cottage, very well equipped and plenty of room for our family of 5.”

Very clean and nicely decorated throughout. Ideally situated for exploring all the attractions the local area has to offer.

- Lindsay, July 2018
Janice June 2018

“We had a super holiday at Pippins in Bream.”

It was such a hot week we didn't always fancy going out with our little grandson - he just wanted to stay and play in the lovely garden or playroom. Pippins was well equipped, comfortable and clean. The only inaccuracy about the info we we're given was that the local pub which we were led to believe normally did food, didn't, and hadn't for a while as they were awaiting the start of some renovations. There were good places a drive away but it would have been good not to have to drive as it was hot and we all like to have a glass of wine. But! No worries! Thank you Mr & Mrs Stone for a super holiday venue and thanks to Sykes for your outstanding service as usual.

- Janice, June 2018
Cynthia June 2018

“Pippins is a really lovely house in a fantastic location.”

The cottage is very spacious and our bedroom was massive .It was very well equipped. The owners left us basics plus wine which was very well received after our long journey.As the weather was so lovely we spent lots of evenings in the enclosed garden.If we were going back to the area I would love to visit Pippins again.All in all a lovely holiday.

- Cynthia, June 2018
Daniel May 2018

“As reported direct to Mr and Mrs Stone, the cottage listing could do with a warning regarding the steep stairs.”

- Daniel, May 2018
Elan December 2017

“Exactly what we were looking for.”

Great cottage for children too. Clean and comfortable. Thanks for a great stay.

- Elan, December 2017
Angela December 2017

“Relaxing and inviting cottage with good facilities for families”

- Angela, December 2017
Jeffrey October 2017

“Pippins is a lovely cottage: clean, cosy and welcoming.”

The owners are very helpful. We had a great time exploring the mountain bike trails at Cannop and in the local woods, and enjoyed a beautiful walk around Symonds Yat. The kids loved the play areas on the green across the (very quiet) road. Overall, a really great holiday. Thanks!

- Jeffrey, October 2017

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Summary

Three bedrooms: 1 x super king-size double with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x double, 1 x adult bunks
Ground floor shower room with shower, basin and WC
Kitchen with dining area
Sitting room with a woodburning stove
Second sitting room with sofa bed
Conservatory.
Oil central heating ( on from October until end of April )
Woodburning stove
Electric oven, ceramic hob, oil Rayburn, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, WiFi
Fuel, power and starter pack for stove inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Travel cot and highchair
Off road parking for 2 cars
Bike/canoe storage in lockable garage
Enclosed south-facing lawned garden with terraced area with picnic bench
Sorry, no pets and no smoking
Shop and pub 5 mins walk
Note: This property accepts a maximum of 6 adults, and 1 infant
Note: As this property is a traditional cottage, the stairs are steeper than normal
This is a holiday cottage and not to be used for people working in the area therefore strictly no worker bookings

The property

A charming, fresh cottage that sits wonderfully in the village of Bream in Gloucestershire.

Pippins, originally built in 1814, is a traditionally built two up two down stone cottage that has been sensitively extended whilst preserving the best of the old world charm.

Pippins is well-decorated and comes in a location with so much to do, it is perfect for a fun family holiday.

You have a choice of sitting rooms with this property, both come with comfortable seating and are ideal spots to sit and relax when you're not out exploring what this thriving area has to offer.

The fitted kitchen diner is spacious and tastefully decorated, providing all of the essential equipment along with a fantastic oil-fired Rayburn.

The ground floor of Pippins also has a bright and fresh conservatory with seating, and a spacious shower room with a baby changing counter, perfect for families.

The first floor is accessed via a staircase, typical for a stone cottage of this period, being a bit steeper and narrower than the more modern variety and boasts three pleasant bedrooms, all with delightful bed linen and one with a stylish en-suite shower room.

The garden that comes with Pippins is an excellent spot to sit in the sun, you have the choice of the brilliant lawn brimming with fruit trees, or a patio area with a picnic bench where you can enjoy a refreshing drink or even alfresco dining.Pippins overlooks a pleasant grassy field right next to the Forest of Dean which was once a royal hunting ground.

Sheep and wild boar roam free in the Forest so care should be taken when driving in the area.

The village of Bream is the ideal place to have your holiday, it offers the usual shops, restaurants and cafés, as well as activities such as caving, abseiling and a high ropes course are available.

Nearby there is the Wye Valley AONB, offering fantastic opportunities and natural beauty, the stunning River Severn is also nearby.

Pippins is a fantastic cottage in a beautiful location.

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About the location

BREAM

Coleford 3 miles; Lydney 4 miles; Monmouth 8 miles; Ross-on-Wye 20 miles.

The pretty village of Bream offers magnificent views of the Royal Forest of Dean to the Cotswold Hills beyond. Clearwell with its ancient caves and eerie caverns and the village of St Briavels with its castle are also close by. The magnificent Royal Forest of Dean, England's largest oak forest, offers numerous trails that can be explored on foot, cycle or horseback. Caving, abseiling and a high wire rope course are for the more adventurous, whilst fishing, golf, kayaking and canoeing are other popular activities in this unspoilt area. Just a short drive away is the historic market town of Ross-on-Wye, with timbered Tudor houses, excellent shops, pubs and restaurants all in the heart of rural Herefordshire. This unspoilt area has something to offer all tastes at any time of the year.

Note: This property accepts a maximum of 6 adults, and 1 infant.

This is a holiday cottage and not to be used for people working in the area therefore strictly no worker bookings

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Reviews & Ratings

“A lovely, spacious, well equipped cottage that has plenty of plates, cups & glasses.”

“All great. Just a personal preference that the bed was firm (I like a soft mattress).”

“Nice peaceful area, spacious cottage that had everything you needed”

“Very well equipped and spacious cottage.”

“We would highly recommend Pippins it's the perfect base for exploring the area and is very well equipped.”

“A lovely cottage.”

“Cottage was very nice and authentic.”

“We had a great time.”

“This is a cracking cottage.”

“Had a fantastic week at Pippins.”

“We thought the cottage was detached but was a semi.”

“We had a Lovely stay in Pippins.”

“We had a fabulous time at pippins.”

“A very well presented property.”

“What a lovely cottage in a lovely location!”

“We REALLY enjoyed our stay at Pippins and I'd highly recommend it to anyone looking to stay in the area.”

“A lovely clean house with excellent communication pre arrival.”

“The house was very clean, comfortable and well-equipped.”

“This is a very comfortable cottage in a very peaceful location.”

“Brilliant place to stay, great location, lovely house and gardens, fully equipped”

“Our stay was very comfortable and the views from our rooms were just stunning.”

“A lovely place to stay.”

“What a wonderful property, perfectly located to explore the Forest of Dean.”

“We had a fantastic weekend stay at Pippins Cottage.”

“Everything possible done to make us comfortable and welcome - even a bottle of wine in the fridge and a log fire left ready for us to light.”

“Lovely and comfortable cottage in a beautiful area with so much to do close by.”

“Lovely little cottage in a great area, lots to see and do all within easy reach.”

“Fantastic location to visit all areas of Forest of Dean.”

“The cottage was very comfortable and had all we needed.”

“A lovely place to stay, very well situated for visiting the area.”

“Pleasant little cottage - well equipped with comfortable bed and good ensuite.”

“We stayed over the wettest weekend in October but the cottage was so cosy we hardly noticed.”

“Such a wonderful property.”

“A very well equipped holiday home , all very clean and cosy for our weeks stay at the end of February .”

“Very relaxed feeling - granddaughter able to crawl about happily .”

“The cottage was lovely and cosy lovely welcome of chilled wine in the fridge and well stocked log pile.”

“Fantastic cottage in a lovely location.”

“The Forest of Dean area is brilliant for a holiday with a family.”

“Great location close to the Forest of Dean and many points of interest also ...”

“There are plenty of things to do regardless of age.”

“The cottage is really comfortable and cosy.”

“Could not find an iron or ironing board ,but everything else was to hand”

“Holiday cottage was clean and comfortable and exactly as stated”

“Pippins is a beautiful holiday let, very spacious, and had every facility we needed, and more.”

“Great cottage.”

“A lovely cottage, very well equipped and plenty of room for our family of 5.”

“We had a super holiday at Pippins in Bream.”

“Pippins is a really lovely house in a fantastic location.”

“As reported direct to Mr and Mrs Stone, the cottage listing could do with a warning regarding the steep stairs.”

“Exactly what we were looking for.”

“Relaxing and inviting cottage with good facilities for families”

“Pippins is a lovely cottage: clean, cosy and welcoming.”

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The property

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About the location

BREAM