Name: Bluffside Gardens
Address: 1020 Park Street, Decorah, Iowa, United States of America, Decorah, Iowa, US
Price range: $120–$313 per night
Rating: 9.8

What guests think

Across reviews, Bluffside Gardens is praised for spacious, condo-style units with very comfortable beds, a quiet setting amid native gardens and wildlife, convenient proximity to Decorah attractions and trails, and smooth self check-in with responsive staff when needed.

While many find the property very clean and new, multiple reviews note inconsistent housekeeping, such as hair on linens or in showers, leftover items, musty towels, and occasional sticky floors or bugs. A few mention minor finish and furnishing issues—like broken hinges, sparse decor, limited patio seating, or missing hair dryers—though the kitchens and private outdoor areas are widely appreciated. Best for travelers who prefer an independent, apartment-like stay.

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Facilities

Grounds and outdoor spaces receive frequent praise, with native gardens, patios, walking paths, fire pits and grills, plus peaceful wildlife viewing. A few note ongoing landscaping and limited patio seating.

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Barb

Aug 31, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful property and nice facility. The grounds are amazing. An unexpected gem.

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Tammy

May 5, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Nice, clean has everything you need for your stay. Kitchenette is nice if you dont want to go out, grills to use and a nice fire pit to enjoy the evening. Owner is a great guy even gave us some insider fishing information! Definitely will be back, hopefully with our whole family.

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Dawn

Jul 15, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great hotel alternative! The grounds are done nicely and there’s a small walking path.

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Jessica

Jun 4, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Fantastic property, very quiet, the neighbors were loud outside and I didn’t hear them at all while inside. I do wish there had been more patio seating. I’m not sure how many it was meant to have as I’m certain the neighbors took several but I suspect there were only a couple chairs at the small table to begin with.

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Melissa

Feb 6, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This is a great spot when visiting Decorah. It was great to have a space for our whole family to stay together. The grounds are well-kept and the setting is beautiful

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Beth J

Jul 15, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Nice change from regular hotels. Nice outdoor space as well with seating and fire pit. Will stay here again.

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Paul

May 20, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Good sized rooms nice patios

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Cynthia

Aug 5, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

I’d recommend staying at Bluffside Gardens in Decorah! It was a lovely place, with fantastic views of natural prairie wildflowers, pine trees, great landscaping! So relaxing just viewing goldfinches, hummingbirds, deer and other surprising creatures!

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Kim

May 5, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

It’s going to look awesome once the landscaping is finished. Free standing buildings with lighted walkways at night. Rooms are very generous size and have patios, nice touch. Only downside was no hair dryer everything else was great!

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Jessica

Sep 28, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This is a lovely property with beautiful flower gardens in every direction—great spaces for gathering and very comfortable and clean accommodations.

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Cleanliness

Many guests find the units very clean and new, but multiple reviews report inconsistent housekeeping—hair on linens or in showers, leftover items, musty towels, sticky or dirty floors, and occasional bugs or construction debris.

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Shannon

Jun 7, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We loved this quaint location and the privacy of the individual cabins! They had all the necessities and a rustic vibe with a great location to everything in Decorah. The place was new and had comfortable beds and furniture. My only suggestion is work on the cleanliness (fingerprints were all over everything that's used a lot so it made it seem like counters and such were also probably not wiped down, hair in the shower, dishes and counter had a lot of dust, and some stains on main wall areas and furniture). I wiped everything down myself and rewashed any dishes before using and would definitely still stay again due to the privacy.

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Michelle

Feb 26, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Spacious Great location Clean and welcoming!

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Mark

Nov 16, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Such a lovely place to stay. The condo was clean, comfortable and easily accessible. I especially enjoyed the water pressure in the showers and how quickly the unit heated up after the outdoor temps plummeted.

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Stephannie

Feb 26, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Everything was very clean, brand new and well stocked with needed items. Bed was comfortable and pillows were great. This place would be a great place to stay whether visiting a child at Luther College or checking out all the nature trails in the area.

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Matt

Jul 19, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Overall this stay was enjoyable. I am assuming no one had stayed in a cabin a bit before us. There were a couple of dead bugs in the curtain area. Along with a centipede in the bathroom. The floor not having any carpet or rugs gor dirty quick and I would have loved to have had a broom to sweep the spots that needed it. The room was quiet and big. It smelled nice and was comfortable. Overall a successful stay.

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Samantha

Mar 24, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The unit was not very clean. The floor was sticky and was dirty. There was glass on the floor in the bathroom that i found with my barefoot. There was hair all over the shower. The drawers in the bathroom were full of hair and were dirty. The property is nice and the beds were super comfortable. You can tell they're brand new and there are some flaws in their construction yet (nails sticking half way out of the baseboards, the wood isn't finished and are rough, could cause an injury). Nice place but prices are quite high!

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James

Sep 4, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Wonderful place to stay ! Exceptionally clean!

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paul

Sep 12, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Fairly new building. The room itself was clean however the sheets were not with hair throughout. Fortunately we travel with our own sheets as a backup we were prepared. All else was as expected.

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Sarah

Oct 30, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

It’s brand new and clean! Really liked the location!

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Benjamin

Aug 26, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The setting is very nice. The rooms were as advertised. The room could have been cleaner. Previous guests food in fridge. Towels had a mildew off smell. If not for these cleanliness issues it would have been 5 stars.

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Rooms

Units are spacious and quiet with very comfortable beds, kitchens, and private cabin-style layouts; views are noted. Downsides include sparse decor or limited furniture, occasional minor repairs (e.g., a bathroom hinge), and hair dryers missing in some units.

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Jami

Aug 10, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Neat place to stay. We had 6 people and had a 2 bedroom unit. It was perfect size. Downside was the downstairs bathroom did not have a door that closed. There was something wrong with the top hinge. There was also alot of dog or cat fur on the floor. Our socks were covered. We had to sweep. This is a non-pet place I thought but it was a messy with pet hair so someone before us had a pet in there. The patio was nice we used the grill. Nice kitchen area. Beds were super comfortable which is better than an hotel! Overall would recommend this place. Would recommend the cleaning people vacuum between guests. Even the hard floors/stairs.

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Jennifer

Jan 29, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Nice big room! Very beautiful courtyard. I needed a blow dryer, but otherwise great! 😊

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Dawn

Apr 14, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Great weekend visiting our college kid. Was more like a condo, plenty of room for meals and hanging out.

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Carolyn

Nov 22, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This place was adorable. Spacious room with a great view. Convenient location

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Matt

Jul 19, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Overall this stay was enjoyable. I am assuming no one had stayed in a cabin a bit before us. There were a couple of dead bugs in the curtain area. Along with a centipede in the bathroom. The floor not having any carpet or rugs gor dirty quick and I would have loved to have had a broom to sweep the spots that needed it. The room was quiet and big. It smelled nice and was comfortable. Overall a successful stay.

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Douglas

Jul 31, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We were very pleased with the room. Plenty of space for families. Nice kitchen area, comfortable beds, and overall nice experience. I would stay here again.

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Daniel

Nov 21, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This new property is new and as such clean. Beds were very comfortable and we did get a great nights sleep. Decorating is spares and could use a warmer touch. Floors are plastic and a bit cold but that does lend itself to a cleaner feel. Couch and chair were ok but it wasn’t in a position to watch TV. Liked the place but would like to see layouts of another unit.

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Jessica

Aug 27, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The cabin was very spacious, clean and quiet! I will definitely stay again!

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Paul

May 20, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Good sized rooms nice patios

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Annette

Oct 18, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

I really enjoyed my stay. Was in the area for my annual photography outing. I liked the clean, simple, and roomy accommodation. The cabins were sort of secluded but on the edge of Decorah so you could find food & other conveniences nearby. This was my first time staying at Bluffside Gardens, but it won’t be my last!

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Service

Most describe the self check-in process as easy and staff as responsive, friendly, and accommodating, including early check-in and prompt help when contacted. A few disliked the lack of on-site presence or had check-in code or communication issues.

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Tammy

May 5, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Nice, clean has everything you need for your stay. Kitchenette is nice if you dont want to go out, grills to use and a nice fire pit to enjoy the evening. Owner is a great guy even gave us some insider fishing information! Definitely will be back, hopefully with our whole family.

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Wendy

Feb 25, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

They were very helpful when I asked to check in early because of my daughter’s schedule. We liked the spacious room. We’ll stay there again.

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Eddie

Sep 4, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

My experience staying here was truly excellent. At first, I had some hesitation about the absence of on-site customer service for check-in. However, the host provided clear and detailed instructions by email, including the entry code and house guidelines, which made the process seamless and very easy to follow. It was just as efficient as checking into a traditional hotel. Once settled, I found the accommodations to be exceptionally comfortable and thoughtfully maintained. The space felt welcoming, clean, and peaceful. The bed and pillows in particular were outstanding—I cannot recall the last time I slept so well. This level of comfort truly set the stay apart and exceeded my expectations. Overall, I am extremely satisfied with my decision to book here. The combination of convenience, comfort, and professionalism makes it an excellent choice, and I would not hesitate to rebook for future visits.

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David

Aug 1, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

clean place! very responsive!

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Nicolle

Oct 22, 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

We had a great stay here! My husband works from home and we requested early check-in so he could get to work as soon as we arrived. The staff were friendly and accommodating. The wifi was great and was a private network, so a great location to work remotely! The property was clean and new. The kitchen was great for cooking at home if desired. The beds were large and cozy. I almost passed this property up due to the pictures not truly showing how lovely this place is, but I promise, it is gorgeous!! New, clean, and cute with friendly staff that goes above and beyond. Overall a truly great stay. We will choose this property again when we come back to Decorah.

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Ronald

Aug 11, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Although I did not receive the text with my check in information because I was traveling through areas with poor reception. When I reached out to them, I received the information immediately.

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Kim

Mar 15, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

There was no personal availability. Could see outside light coming around the door frame and this is new construction. The furniture in the room was an outdoor mesh chair and an outdoor glass table. Room was all white, no pictures very cold and steril environment. Will not stay there again. The code to the room was to be the last 4 digits of my phone # and it was changed last minute. Mixed messages on WiFi code. There was no person ever available at the office.

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Jolene

Nov 15, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Spacious, clean and comfortable room, nestled in a beautiful surrounding. Management was very accommodating of my last minute need for additional days and gracious during a difficult for my family. Their gardens and outdoor space are very calming.

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Kent

Feb 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Really nice room, arrived after normal office hours so the office wasn't open but craig answered the phone right away and helped us find and get into our room.

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James A

Aug 23, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

New facilities very clean. Didn't seem to be any staff around but didn't need any. Was emailed a door code for my cabin ahead of time

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Location

Guests like the convenient, quiet setting near downtown Decorah, Luther College, parks, trout streams, and the Trout Run Trail, with easy access for biking and walks.

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Carolyn

Nov 22, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This place was adorable. Spacious room with a great view. Convenient location

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Roger

Aug 15, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Extremely nice place. Extremely pleased with the staff. Quite and out of the way but not far from town.

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Heather

Jul 11, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Love that is is close to Luther College, so many Decorah Parks, the Trout Run Trail for biking of roller skiing (we did both on the trail and had a blast), great mountain biking in the area, wonderful accomodations (design is clean and modern, native gardens, quiet, sense of peacefulness, integrated into the natural landscape, landscape restoration along with recreational opportunities.

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Annette

Sep 25, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Nice location near the bike trail. Beautiful native plants in landscape.

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Michaela

Apr 22, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

I loved the location. I like to walk and it was an easy walk up to Phelps Park. Easy to get to downtown. Fun place to stay while you are in Decorah.

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Jennifer

Oct 16, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Perfect size for a family to hang out and rest. Comfortable beds and very clean. Just the necessary items you would need in the kitchen. Would definitely recommend/stay here again! Great location and very cool setting!

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William

Feb 3, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Have stayed here four times so far and will be back! Love the location. Clean and modern. Convenient!

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Mark

Oct 17, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Last minute trip. Great facility with a convenient location. We brought our bikes and used the trail that took us downtown and around Decorah. Would definitely go again!

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Sarah

Oct 30, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

It’s brand new and clean! Really liked the location!

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rian

Jul 4, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

It was amazing!! We plan to come back for the fourth each year, we had a lot of fun being right next to trout streams. Great location and comfortable, affordable place to stay :)

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4 $129	5 $134	6 $136	7 $138	8 $136	9	10
11 $225	12 $141	13 $136	14 $141	15 $135	16	17
18 $141	19 $138	20	21	22 $139	23	24 $212
25 $139	26 $137	27 $138	28 $139	29 $139	30	31

Bluffside Gardens

About this property

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Maple Series Cabin 8B 2 Bedrooms

Redbud Cabin 1A Hotel Style King

Redbud Cabin 5A Hotel Style 2 Queen

Maple Series Cabin 2 2 Bedrooms

Maple Series Cabin 7B 2 Bedrooms

Oak Series Cabin 6 4 Bedrooms

Redbud Cabin 7A Hotel Style King

Maple Seires Cabin 4 2 Bedrooms

Redbud Cabin 5B Hotel Style 2 Queen

Redbud Cabin 8A Hotel Style 2 Queen

Maple Series Cabin 1B 2 Bedrooms

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