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t seemed like a good idea in mid-January when you exclaimed to your friends: Now summer’s here (before you knew it!), and you’ve received dozens of texts asking questions about when to come and what to bring and where to sleep and can I bring my dog and…You are already tired. But, remember: once the guests (and ) arrive, well, this is why you bought the place! And, even though you’re rusty (blame the pandemic for that too), —and we’ve got you. Here’s…

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