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Chalet Papillon 2

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About This Chalet

Description

Chalet Papillon 2 is on the first and second floors of the la Rosiere chalet development. This chalet apartment has six bedrooms all with full en-suite facilities. The lounge and adjoining dining area of Chalet Papillon 2 are on the upper level; there is plenty of seating around the log burning fire and a balcony.

These ski chalets have proved to be very popular with regular Ski Beat guests, who love the large ski deposit together with boot warmers on the ground floor, and the two communal saunas.

There is plenty of underground parking in the Papillon complex, which means that if you choose to self drive you can relax and unload your luggage in a dry and safe environment, without the hassle of having to put on coats, snow boots etc.

Luxury Massages in your own chalet (Hot Rocks, Relaxing Swedish or Deep Tissue if you've taken a tumble on the piste)

Rooms 1, 2 and 6 can take a cot.

Location

The chalet's prime position near to the pistes allows you to ski back to within 50m and from 75m. It is close to the Les Eucherts Express 6-seater chairlift, ESF ski school meeting point, kintergarden and nursery slope, all of which are a short walk or ski away in the morning. Les Eucherts links to La Rosiere 1850 via a pretty forest track which can be easily walked in 15 minutes. Alternatively you can take a short local bus ride. However with its own ski school and hire, bowling alley, ice rink, bars and restaurants, Les Eucherts is a convenient centre in itself.

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Room Types

  • Rm 1: Twin en-suite shower & wc
  • Rm 2: Double en-suite bath & wc
  • Rm 3: Double en-suite shower & wc
  • Rm 4: Twin en-suite shower & wc
  • Rm 5: Twin en-suite shower & wc
  • Rm 6: Triple en-suite shower & wc

Important Information

  • Bed linen and towels are included.
  • Ski Packs may cost more in resort than if pre-booked.

Chalet Features

  • Bedrooms: 6
  • Bathrooms: 6
  • Ski Access: 50m
  • Boot Warmers
  • Car Park
  • Free Sat TV
  • Free WiFi
  • Log Fire
  • Ruark Audio
  • Sauna
  • WiFi

Customer Testimonials

  • "Lola was a great host, she accommodated my youngest son’s slightly fussy eating habits by letting us know the menus in advance and offering to tweak a few things to ensure he always ate well. The chalets location is superb and whilst it’s been a few years since we stayed in Papillon… it immediately felt like home once more… we were genuinely gutted to leave yesterday morning. "

    Hannah, Stayed in Ski Chalet Papillon 2, La Rosiere in February 2024

  • "All staff were really helpful and friendly."

    Tracy, Stayed in Ski Chalet Papillon 2, La Rosiere in February 2024

  • "Lola, Bella and the wider host team were outstanding! Couldn’t have made our stay any more enjoyable! Please pass on our thanks and congratulations on an incredible holiday!"

    Alex, Stayed in Ski Chalet Papillon 2, La Rosiere in February 2024

  • "Lola and Mia were both excellent."

    Nicholas, Stayed in Chalet Papillon 2 in January 2024

  • "Lola provided excellent service in our chalet."

    Timothy, Stayed in Chalet Papillon 2 in January 2024

  • "Lola and Bella were stars thanks for a great week."

    Joshua, Stayed in Chalet Papillon 2 in January 2024

  • "Lola, Bella, Harry and Adam were lovey hosts. The food was great, chalet was always clean and tidy and they were nice to chat with when they weren’t kept busy in the kitchen. "

    Alexander, Stayed in Chalet Papillon 2 in January 2024

  • "Lola and George were kind and helpful. They were amazing hosts, attentive, made conversation. I think they are an asset to ski beat. Thank you to them and the team for their hard work. It didn’t go unnoticed. "

    Jemma, Stayed in Chalet Papillon 2 in January 2024

  • "Professional and knowledgable as always and Lola and George were great hosts and always willing to help even if they didn’t know the answer they found out. Also explained why things such as soya yoghurts hadn’t arrived. Lola also kept a little bit of vegan cake wrapped up for me for the next days lunch as the French restaurants do not have many choices above chips!"

    Michelle, Stayed in Chalet Papillon 2 in January 2024

  • "Lola was an amazing chalet host, as was Libby. Both were attentive, and extremely friendly, and made the whole experience even more enjoyable. Wishing you all the very best for the rest of the season!"

    Thomas, Stayed in Chalet Papillon 2 in December 2023

  • "Excellent friendly team in Pap 2. Looked after us very well. Thanks for another great Ski Beat holiday."

    Sally, Stayed in Chalet Papillon 2 in January 2023

  • "Izzy, Grace and Hannah were absolutely brilliant, the food and service was superb. They were very friendly, polite and intelligent. They were so careful with dietary needs and Grace checked for any special requests for gluten free foods. Very well done!!!"

    Jane, Stayed in Chalet Papillon 2 in January 2023

  • "Grace, Izzy and I think her name was Hannah. Most AMAZING ladies and a credit to Ski Beat."

    Jemma, Stayed in Chalet Papillon 2 in January 2023

  • "Grace was brilliant! Great cook very friendly & awesome taste in music. Alice & Millie were also fab."

    Joseph, Stayed in Chalet Papillon 2 in Decemeber 2022

  • " The chalet hosts were so lovely; warm, capable, competent and so hard-working. Loved coming into the homemade cake everyday. The cooked breakfasts were much appreciated and the overall standard of the evening meals were delicious. The highlights were the courgette crumble, the chicken dish, the beef casserole and the soups. "

    Anon Guest, Stayed in Chalet Papillon 2

  • "Grace and Santiago, were friendly, informative and made the holiday one of the best ski holidays I have been on."

    Antony, Stayed in Chalet Papillon 2 (January 2023)

  • "All the staff were good and helpful nothing was to much trouble. The resort manager popped in from time to time to check everything was ok."

    John, Stayed in Chalet Papillon 2 (February 2023)

  • "Grace was an amazing host, knowledge of the area and made our group feel at home at the resort."

    Theesen, Stayed in Chalet Papillon 2 February 2023

  • "Our resort manager Jo was welcoming and took time to get to know us all and help with all queries, nothing was too much. Our host Alice was amazing and made our holiday. From wonderful meals, excellent knowledge and making us feel at home as soon as we set inside. She felt like part of our group which was so lovely and even the children felt comfortable chatting to her. She spoke to adults and our children and was always welcoming even when we stopped to chat to her outside in the resort. Hannah and Izzy did a great job filling in on her days off. The girls really made our holiday what it was. Huge thanks to all the team for giving us the best experience."

    Christopher, Stayed in Chalet Papillon 2, April 2023

  • "Grace together with Hannah and Izzy worked well as a team. Even when busy cooking they were happy to talk to us, creating a friendly and relaxed atmosphere. They never seemed under pressure despite the challenge of looking after 12 people - very impressive! Jo the Resort Manager was pro-active and available and responsive when needed. All-in-all a great job, so well done and thank you to all the team. Cheers!! "

    Steven, Stayed in Chalet Papillon 2, March 2023

  • "Kudos to Grace, Izzy and Hannah they were truly wonderful and it was great getting to know them."

    Gillian, Stayed in Chalet Papillon 2, March 2023

  • "Special thank you to Josh and Emily who were an awesome Chalet host team - the food and cakes were superb and nothing was too much effort for them. They made us all feel very at home. Gareth also deserves a mention for ensuring that everything ran smoothly and dealing with any issues quickly.."

    P.George, Stayed in Chalet Papillon 2

  • "Tracy and Josh, the chalet hosts, were wonderful and bent over backwards to accommodate our children when it came to meal times etc. "

    P.George, Stayed in Chalet Papillon 2

  • "Our hosts were BRILLIANT."

    Anon Guest, Stayed in Chalet Papillon 2

  • "Our hosts were extremely helpful and attentive. I couldn't praise them highly enough"

    Anon Guest, Stayed in Chalet Papillon 2

  • "The hosts were PERFECT. The meals were spot on, and everything ran smoothly, which is FANTASTIC, but almost what I would expect. Alex and Jess went above and beyond. They had a great rapport with the guest, to the point where they gave up their leisure time to be with the guest..."

    Tim Jessop, Stayed in Chalet Papillon 2, March

  • "My goodness. Where do I start. Our hosts were beyond "EXCEPTIONAL". They not only made us feel welcome, but part of the family. They were hands down the best hosts I've ever had the pleasure to meet. FANTASTIC cooking, even with my fussy requirements. I couldn't have asked for anything more if I had tried. Polite, attentive and passionate about their jobs "OUTSTANDING" from start to finish..."

    Alex Graham, Stayed in Chalet Papillon 2, Jan

  • “We had a FANTASTIC week. The snow was good, the weather was beautiful, the area was GREAT and I would love to return the la rosiere-best place so far!!”

    A.McClelland, Stayed in Chalet Papillon 2, January

  • “THANK YOU. A thoroughly well organised trip at great value. Super staff and a great overall experience.”

    A.Hill, stayed at Chalet Papillon 2, January

  • “Whoever organises the menu in the Chalets does a fantastic job, super variety throughout the week. LOVELY TOUCHES to have Champagne on New Year's Eve and EXCELLENT final evening's meal with surprise of port and cheese to finish. We were VERY IMPRESSED. Thank you.”

    L. Hingley, Stayed at Chalet Papillon 2, December

  • "Our chalet hosts were simply SUPERB. They couldn't do enough to help everyone, and were always great fun to be around. The kids loved them. FANTASTIC food, always friendly and helpful. Just GREAT."

    S. Mould, Stayed in Chalet Papillon 2 in February

  • "Our chalet hosts were FANTASTIC hosts and made me and my daughter very welcome. My daughter really appreciated their vegetarian cooking. Meals were always ready spot on time, remarkable. On one day with poor weather the cake was all gone when my daughter arrived back at the chalet and Bea rustled up some chocolate biscuits which again was much appreciated."

    P.Blenkinsop, Stayed in Chalet Papillon 2 in February

  • "Our hosts made our holiday... they were friendly, entertaining, talented chefs, very professional, simply AMAZING! ."

    G. Samples, Stayed in Chalet Papillon 2 in February

  • "Our hosts were the icing on the skiing cake. Friendly, great with the kids, amazing food, attentive, put us all at ease and made us feel like we were on holiday the second they took our bags. They are an absolute credit to the company, not least because they were always so patient with my toddler son."

    L. Holdcroft-Crewe, Stayed in Chalet Papillon 2 in February

  • "Our chalet hosts were great. I've stayed in a lot of chalets and this was one of the best."

    S. Leatherbarrow, Stayed in Chalet Papillon 2 in February

  • "Our chalet hosts were EXCELLENT all week, as were all the Ski Beat staff we met. FANTASTIC hosts, and BRILLIANT with the kids."

    A guest who stayed in Chalet Papillon 2 in February

  • "Full marks to our chalet hosts in Papillon 2. Could not be faulted as chalet hosts. Best chalet food we've had."

    M. Wilczynski, Stayed in Chalet Papillon 2 in February

  • "Our hosts were very relaxed and the food provided was excellent. They were really good at getting everyone to get to know each other."

    C. Shuttleworth, Stayed in Chalet Papillon 2 in January

  • "Our hosts were spot on, they were very accommodating towards our fussy 4 year old, and tried really hard to make her imaginative food, she loved the sausage and mash volcano. They socialised with us to a good degree, even though we were perhaps a little old for them. They are a credit to your company."

    D. Crevans, Stayed in Chalet Papillon 2 in January

  • "Our Chalet hosts, were great fun and not only did they do a perfect job of hosting they also took time out of their non working hours to join in with our group, on the mountain boarding, or in the evening socializing and even in the day time if some of couldn't make it on the mountain. I would happily stay at any chalet the pair of them are hosting again. Great people can't praise them enough! Thank you, Thank you, Thank you! XXX"

    D. Teubert, Stayed in Chalet Papillon 2 in January

  • "Our hosts were PERFECT, they joined in and made us feel very at home.."

    C. Brown, Stayed in Chalet Papillon 2 in January

  • "Our hosts were EXCEPTIONAL hosts and made us all feel very welcome. The quality of food was EXCELLENT."

    A guest who stayed in Chalet Papillon 2 in December

  • "Our hosts were FANTASTIC hosts and GREAT chefs. We couldn't have hoped for more from them. Very friendly and nothing was too much of a problem. They were excellent cooks and were extremely friendly and welcoming. I would HIGHLY RECOMMEND them."

    C. Gilsenan, Stayed in Chalet Papillon 2 in December

  • "Our hosts were a credit to Ski Beat. Friendly, hospitable, welcoming and great fun, especially good with the kids. The food was excellent. They were accommodating and flexible."

    A. Marshall, March

  • "Our chalet hosts were fantastic. They are an asset to Ski Beat. I've been on many boarding holidays where the hosts are average to good but they went the extra mile and delivered the perfect service. Thank you!"

    C. Yarrow, January

  • "I was very pleased with Papillon 2, it exceeded my expectations. Our chalet hosts were very professional and gave a first class service. I was very impressed with their outstanding abilities at such a young age. I was blown away with the quality of the meals. Excellent.. First class..."

    M. Carins, February

Resort Suitability

Families & Kids
Groups
Non-Skiers
Apres & Night Life
Atmosphere
Shopping
Suitability by Skiing Ability
Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced
Snowboard

Resort Factfile

1850m Altitude
160km Ski Area
m Longest Run
2600m Highest Lift
37 Total Lifts
0 Gondolas
18 Chair Lifts
14 Drag Lifts
76 Pistes
13 Black
31 Red
25 Blue
7 Green

Average Transfer Times

Lyon Arrival Airport
3 hours 30 min Transfer Time
215 km Transfer Distance

Lift Passes, Ski Hire & Extras

Ski Equipment From £64
Snowboard Hire From £64
Ski School From £187
Lift Passes From £225
View Full Ski Pack Price List →

Prices From £187

Snow School : First Time Ski Lessons (6 days)

Suitable for first timers. Generally runs in the morning from Sun to Fri for 2.5hrs a day.

Please note: Ski Lessons cover skiing only. In busy season clients may be switched to afternoon lessons.

Prices From £187

Snow School : Beginner Ski Lessons (6 days)

Suitable for those discovering the thrills of skiing primarily on green and blue slopes. Generally runs in the morning from Sun to Fri for 2.5hrs a day.

Please note: Ski Lessons cover skiing only. In busy season clients may be switched to afternoon lessons.

Prices From £187

Snow School : Intermediate Snowboard Lessons (6 days)

Suitable for those discovering the thrills of snowboarding primarily on blue and red slopes. Generally runs in the afternoon from Sun to Fri for 2.5hrs a day.

Prices From £187

Snow School : Beginner Snowboard Lessons (6 days)

Suitable for those discovering the thrills of snowboarding primarily on green and blue slopes. Generally runs in the afternoon from Sun to Fri for 2.5hrs a day.

Prices From £97

Equipment : Intermediate Skis (6 days)

Suitable for skiers at home on all types of slopes and snow. In this category we offer comfortable high-performance skis that guarantee stability and grip even at full speed.

Prices From £187

Snow School : Intermediate Ski Lessons (6 days)

Suitable for those discovering the thrills of skiing primarily on blue and red slopes. Generally runs in the morning from Sun to Fri for 2.5hrs a day.

Please note: Ski Lessons cover skiing only. In busy season clients may be switched to afternoon lessons.

Prices From £64

Equipment : Economy Skis (6 days)

Suitable for all abilities. The most affordable way to get on the slopes.

Prices From £97

Equipment : Premium Snowboard (6 days)

The Premium category is for snowboarders at home on all types of slopes and all types of snow. We offer comfortable high-performance boards to let you ride effortlessly and confidently.

Prices From £225

Lift Pass : Espace San Bernardo Area Pass (6 days)

Valid for La Rosiere & La Thuille Ski Areas.

Prices From £93

Equipment : Economy Skis and Boots (6 days)

Suitable for all abilities. The most affordable way to get on the slopes. Includes Boots.

Prices From £28

Equipment : Helmet (6 days)

Strongly recommended for all abilities.

Prices From £112

Pre Travel Extras : Champagne Pack 2 (1 days)

Three 75cl bottles of excellent Champagne, Deutz Brut Classic from our supplier Flacons & Flocons.

Prices From £187

Snow School : First Time Snowboard Lessons (6 days)

Suitable for first timers. Generally runs in the afternoon from Sun to Fri for 2.5hrs a day.

Prices From £125

Equipment : Advanced Skis (6 days)

The Advanced category is for experienced demanding skiers looking to maximize their fun. For this category we have selected the year's best skis for every terrain both on-slope and off.

Prices From £158

Equipment : Advanced Skis and Boots (6 days)

The Advanced category is for experienced demanding skiers looking to maximize their fun. For this category we have selected the year's best skis for every terrain both on-slope and off. Includes Boots.

Prices From £87

Equipment : Beginner Skis (6 days)

Perfect for those discovering the thrills of skiing for the first time or primarily on green and blue slopes. In this category, we offer skis that are manageable and reliable, even on hard snow that help you make progress while having fun.

Prices From £115

Equipment : Beginner Skis and Boots (6 days)

Perfect for those discovering the thrills of skiing for the first time or primarily on green and blue slopes. In this category, we offer skis that are manageable and reliable, even on hard snow that help you make progress while having fun. Includes Boots.

Prices From £129

Equipment : Intermediate Skis and Boots (6 days)

Suitable for skiers at home on all types of slopes and snow. In this category we offer comfortable high-performance skis that guarantee stability and grip even at full speed. Includes Boots.

Prices From £87

Equipment : Economy Snowboard (6 days)

Suitable for all abilities. The most affordable way to get on the slopes.

Prices From £115

Equipment : Economy Snowboard and Boots (6 days)

Suitable for all abilities. The most affordable way to get on the slopes. Includes Boots.

Prices From £129

Equipment : Premium Snowboard and Boots (6 days)

The Premium category is for snowboarders at home on all types of slopes and all types of snow. We offer comfortable high-performance boards to let you ride effortlessly and confidently. Includes Boots.

Prices From £71

Pre Travel Extras : Champagne Pack 1 (1 days)

Three 75cl bottles of excellent Champagne, Brut, Pierre Legras Orior from our supplier Flacons & Flocons.

Prices From £60

Pre Travel Extras : Easy Reds Wine Pack (1 days)

These wines have been selected with the chalet menu in mind, you will experience a different wine every night from a different region, a mini 'Tour de France' (and Italy) in your glass! Includes six bottles.

  • Les Champauvins, Côte du Rhône BIO, Alain Jaume 2019
  • Château Pilet, Bordeaux, Jean Queyrens 2017
  • Feudo Arancio, Nero D'Avola, Sicilia DOC 2019
  • Bourgueil Marie Dupin 2019
  • Bourgogne Pinot Noir, Domaine de Rochebin, Millésime 2018
  • Persan, Domaine de Méjane 2018

Prices From £124

Pre Travel Extras : Great Reds Wine Pack (1 days)

Following the same idea as the 'Easy Reds Pack' pack, this is a selection of more refined wines from each region. These are classic & classy red wines! Includes six bottles.

  • Chateauneuf-du-Pape Domaine Grand Veneur, Alain Jaume 2019
  • Chianti Classico, Castello di Bossi 2017
  • Morgon Côtes de Py, Dominique Piron, Millésime 2018
  • Savigny-les-Beaune 'Les Petits Picotins', Domaine Camp-Athallin 2018
  • Paroxysme, Cellier de la Baraterie 2018
  • Château Tour du Cauze, Saint Emilion Grand Cru 2019

Prices From £55

Pre Travel Extras : Easy Whites Wine Pack (1 days)

Yes, wine doesn’t have to be red to match food, even meat dishes ! This is a selection of light to full bodied whites to match the weekly menu! Includes six bottles.

  • Blanc de Viognier Collines Rhodaniennes, Maison Deneziére 2017
  • Petit Bourgeois Sauvignon Blanc, Loire, Henri Bourgeois 2020
  • Guilhelm Blanc, Moulin de Gassac 2020
  • Gros Manseng Sauvignon, Domaine du Teston Côtes de Gascogn 2019
  • Macon-Azé, Domaine de Rochebin, Millésime 2020
  • Apremont, Domaine Philippe Chapot 2019

Prices From £110

Pre Travel Extras : Great Whites Wine Pack (1 days)

If you are a white wine lover, this one is for you! Simply a selection of the greatest whites from each region. An absolute must try! Includes six bottles.

  • Montagny, Domaine Berthenet 2017
  • Chablis, 'La Boissonneuse', Julien Brocard, 2018
  • Roussette Altesse, Cellier de la Baraterie 2018
  • Sancerre 'La Côte des Monts Damnés', Domaine Henri Bourgeois 2018
  • Crozes-Hermitage Blanc 'La Matiniére', Ferraton 2019
  • Pouilly-Fuissé, Domaine Bourdon 2018

Prices From £32

Pre Travel Extras : Prosecco Pack (1 days)

Add a touch of sparkle to your holiday with three 75cl bottles of Tosti Prosecco Brut from our supplier Flacons & Flocons.

Prices From £40

Pre Travel Extras : Beer Pack: Petit Saint Bernard Freerider (1 days)

The Brasserie du Petit St Bernard is named after the famous high altitude pass which crosses the border between the French Tarentaise calley and neighbouring Italy. Situated in Bourg Saint Maurice at the doorstep to some of the world's greatest ski resorts, our beers capture the beauty and flavours if the Alps"

  • 12x44cl Session Pilsner 4.8%

Prices From £42

Pre Travel Extras : Beer Pack: Petit Saint Bernard Bouquetin (1 days)

The Brasserie du Petit St Bernard is named after the famous high altitude pass which crosses the border between the French Tarentaise calley and neighbouring Italy. Situated in Bourg Saint Maurice at the doorstep to some of the world's greatest ski resorts, our beers capture the beauty and flavours if the Alps"

  • 12x44cl Dry Hopped IPA

Prices From £38

Pre Travel Extras : Beer Pack: Les Névés Chouia (1 days)

Louis Meulien is the founder of the brewery created in Spring 2020. A passion born from the discovery of the brewing world whilst living in Quebec. Based in Bourg St Maurice the brewery is certified 100% biologique"

  • 12x33cl Blonde Pale Ale 5.5%

Prices From £38

Pre Travel Extras : Beer Pack: Les Névés Retour d'est (1 days)

Louis Meulien is the founder of the brewery created in Spring 2020. A passion born from the discovery of the brewing world whilst living in Quebec. Based in Bourg St Maurice the brewery is certified 100% biologique"

  • 12x33cl Cuivree IPA 6.5%
  • place Close to the Resort Centre
  • place Located in Les Eucherts
  • place Close to the Slopes
  • place Close to Ski Lifts
    • Nearby Items

      • Nearest Lift: 200m (3 minutes)
      • Ski School: 200m (3 minutes)
      • Resort Centre: 850m (10 minutes)
    • Transfers

      • Lyon: 3 hours 30 min (215 km)

    The Ski Beat Experience

    Our Wonderful Chalet Hosts

    Enjoy a veritable feast of local, seasonal produce and homemade delights throughout your stay, courtesy of our chalet hosts, hired for their flair for cooking and talent for top customer service.

    A Home from Home Atmosphere

    Cosy accommodation, hearty food and friendly staff create a home from home ambience in the heart of the mountains.

    Peace of Mind

    From the moment you book, you can rest assured that when your purchase a package from Ski Beat your holiday is financially protected by ATOL and Ski Beat's 35 years of experience.

    Flights, Baggage & Transfers

    Flights with reputable airlines and modern, efficient airport transfers, all timed to maximise your time in resort. Even better, all Ski Beat packages include a generous baggage allowance.

    Appetising Canapés & Apéritifs

    On arrival in your chalet, handmade pre-dinner canapés and apéritifs will be served to you in the lounge while your experienced chalet host welcomes you to your chalet and introduces you to the resort.

    Delicious Breakfasts

    Start your day with a delicious breakfast including 4 cooked breakfasts a week, with bacon, eggs, beans or hash browns and mushrooms or tomatoes and a continental breakfast on 3 days, with a selection of cereals, porridge, yogurts and fresh bread.

    Homemade Cakes & Afternoon Tea

    Scrumptious homemade cakes and a choice of teas are provided every day, best enjoyed while you relax in the lounge area in front of the log fire.

    Hearty Three Course Dinner

    Home cooked evening meal served with unlimited carefully selected red, white or rosé wine (6 days), with an additional 4th course of local cheese board with port on the Thursday evening.

    Ski Beat Extras

    Upon arrival, you will find a L’OCCITANE gift pack in every bedroom. Bring your iPod and enjoy the exceptional quality of our hand-crafted Ruark Audio systems. Each chalet also features a selection of Drumond Park games.

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