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Lakefront Exclusive French Tudor Castle. 8400 sf. Nicest property on SML!

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

7 bedrooms8 bathroomsSleeps 16650 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Lakefront Exclusive French Tudor Castle. 8400 sf. Nicest property on SML!

Welcome to “The Castle”, the finest rental home on Smith Mountain Lake, In the finest community -The Water’s Edge. This French country manor is perched on the south shore of Smith Mountain Lake.  Perfect for families and couples. Tons of space for everyone without feeling crammed!
Lakefront, but also 45 Minutes away from the new Danville Casino! If you need a home that sleeps more people we also own and manage our newest property, The Sanctuary (VRBO #3672756)

Luxury Vacation Rental
7000 sf of heated space(8400 sf total living space)
6 bedrooms + 1 huge bonus bedroom with 2 regular size twin bunk beds with trundle (each bed rated for 250lbs)
Massive Attic Playroom with stage for kids to entertain
6.5 bathrooms
3 floor cherry elevator
Firepit with smokeless Solo Yukon fire pit

This unique custom home was planned for relaxed family living. The bedrooms are large and appropriately furnished, without crammed dormitory style beds common in many rentals. Tons of space to spread out. Everyone will feel relaxed and comfortable when they stay at The Castle.

We have strong high speed wifi throughout the home which makes it a perfect location for you to work or bring your school age children.

We are also connected with local individuals who can help to make your stay more enjoyable. You can hire them directly to: pick up your groceries, prepare a delicious meal in our home, or guide you around the lake. We also are connected with a local masseuse who has her own table and will travel to our home. Need to rent a boat? We have a relationship with a local company that will deliver the boat to you DIRECTLY to our dock.

Our home sleeps 16 total. 12 adults and 4 children (3 and below) in the single bunk beds

If you need more space and more bedrooms please see our newest luxury rental at Smith Mountain Lake, The Sanctuary (VRBO # 3672765)

Mid June to end of August summer rentals are a week minimum. Check in and check out during high season is Saturday to Saturday.

House features

Elevator Access to 3 levels

MAIN FLOOR  - 10 foot ceilings. Open Floor Plan for Casual Living and tons of space for everyone! Brazilian Walnut flooring covers the entire first floor.
COOK'S KITCHEN filled with appliances large and small includes:
Two dishwashers
Two sinks
freestanding Ice maker
Wine fridge
6 burner Gas cooktop
36" Fridge (a second and third full size frig is in the garage as well)
Double ovens
“Hawaiian Green” Granite countertops
High chair for babies to eat comfortably
Island has seating for 8

DINING AREA
Table for up to 16 has a beautiful view of the lake and Smith Mountain.

FAMILY ROOM
Large and Comfortable
Coffered ceiling
Custom fireplace mantle
Gas fireplace operates electrically
Two leather sofas and a 3rd cloth sofa
Built-in cabinets
Large smart TV with cable
DVD player with huge library of movies

LIVING ROOM
Table for 6 with space to play board games and do puzzles or work on your computer/laptop. We have a cabinet full!

OVERSIZED IPE TEAK WOOD DECK
Deck dining table seats 8
Green wicker sofa, 2 rockers , and chairs for relaxing
Stainless gas grill with propane hard piped which means there’s no need to refill any propane rank ever!
Cozy seating for relaxing
great view of the lake

POWDER BATH
Furniture style vanity
Trey ceiling with recessed rope lighting

MAIN FLOOR MASTER BEDROOM
King Sleigh Bed(new for 2024)
Lake view
Direct access to rear deck
Full bathroom with double vanity and tub/shower

LOWER LEVEL with ten foot ceiings

CUSTOM BAR
Stainless ice maker
Dishwasher and sink
Beverage frig
Custom Built mirrored bar

POOL TABLE
PING PONG TABLE
FOOSBALL TABLE
8 PERSON POKER TABLE
SMART TV WITH CABLE
MULTICADE STAND UP ARCADE GAME

LOWER LEVEL LAUNDRY ROOM(2 laundry rooms in house total)
convenient for washes after a day at pool or lake.
Wash tub for soaking and cleaning

QUEEN BEDROOM 
Coffered ceiling
Full Bathroom with Corian integrated sink and tub/shower combo

PATIO
Adjoins Queen Bedroom
Lake view tables and chairs for 8
Hanging cedar swing chair

SECOND FLOOR

LARGER MASTER BEDROOM SUITE
Vaulted ceiling with unique hammer beam trusses
Four poster California King bed
Gas Fireplace with custom mantle with Smart TV above.  
Fabulous view of Smith Mountain.  
Walk in closet.  
Master bath with custom double vanity with built in cabinets.  
Jacuzzi tub with custom travertine tile surround  
Shower with dual shower heads with individual temperature controls.   
Upper level Laundry W/D room also

THREE OTHER BEDROOMS

Queen Bedroom – lake view
Antique English bed frame
Bathhroom with tub-shower and single vanity
2 separate closets

Queen bedroom. Modern bed frame with Armoire and closet, 2 side tables- looks out to the lake also. Shared bathroom with dual sinks and private shower/commode room.

Front facing Queen Bedroom with dresser and closet side table. Looks to the front of the house. Shared bathroom with dual sinks and private shower/commode room.

BONUS ROOM
4 single beds in a bunk bed format  
Full bathroom  with tub/shower combo
Great space for the kids to stretch out and play
Baby crib and pack n play for babies or toddlers also(not included in total bed count)

UPPER LEVEL – “The Playroom”
Features a custom designed elevated stage for kids (or adults) to perform. Recently purchased hand puppets for the kids to put on a show.
Huge area for relaxing and playing
Restoration Hardware L shaped sofa with chaise lounge
Large smart TV with a PS4 and an original X Box game - several controllers.  


***Interior towels and bed linens are included with rental.

DOCK/LAKE
Very large 36 x 34 ft dock
Floating dock - tie up your boats or jet skis.  
Ladder provides easy lake access. 
We are located in a safe cove perfect for children to swim safely without heavy boat traffic 
We provide 3 kayaks(one is a double kayak for 2 people) and a stand up paddle board, floats, noodles, corn hole for your lakeside enjoyment.  
2 Dock tables with many chairs for eating, chaise lounges for sunning.

There is a community boat ramp very close to the house(2 min away) for putting your own boats and jet skis in the water as well. If you need to rent a pontoon boat,ski boat, or jet skis there is a boat rental company thats a 5 minute drive from our home. They will deliver your boat or jet ski to our dock free of charge if you mention our home.

THE LAKE

Smith Mountain Lake is a popular destination because of its natural beauty and endless activities: swimming, fishing, boating, tubing, waterskiing, wake-boarding, eating out at restaurants off the water and on the water, visiting wineries, listening to bands/music, hiking, mountain biking, putt putt, rock climbing, going to the movie theater - you name it and we've got it!

We provide an owners guide book which provides complete information about where to go and what to do around Smith Mountain Lake.   There are 2 national chain grocery stores close to our home- one is 15 minutes away the other is 20 minutes away. Wal Mart is 20 minutes away. There is a small market/gas station 5 minutes away. The lake has many restaurants and marinas on the water that you can boat to. We have always enjoyed boating to eat out on the water. You also can drive to many restaurants by car within 10/15/20 minutes as well. Like wine? There are many local wineries within easy driving distance to visit and enjoy. There are also lots of hiking and biking trails too.

THE NEIGHBORHOOD

Explore our lovely and safe upscale neighborhood with our 10 bikes. The neighborhood has an extensive road network and has very flat and gentle terrain for exploring. Our front yard has a gentle slope and is perfect for kicking the ball or playing croquet(set included).

We do not allow pets in our home, but there are several boarding kennels nearby and we will provide this info if you need it. We also do not allow bachelor or bachelorette parties, as we want to preserve the integrity and quality of our home and respect our neighbors and our neighborhood. Smoking is also prohibited inside the home.

Reminder -Full week rentals during the peak season(Memorial Day- Labor Day) should be Saturday-Saturday please.

We are the owners/managers of this spectacular property and have enjoyed this home for many years.  We feel confident that you will love it as much as we do.  There is no nicer rental on Smith Mountain Lake.   Please feel to contact us with any questions, we are very prompt at responding.

Property manager

Paige Z

Languages

English, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub
  • Massages

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Ice maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 7 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 7.5 bathrooms
  • Shared bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Foosball table
  • Table tennis
  • Video games
  • DVD player
  • Video library
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit
  • Dock

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Laundry facilities

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Chef
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
  • Next to a golf course
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health or beauty spa

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Bicycle on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Golfing on site
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Unit size: 7000 sq ft (650 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 35

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the neighborhood

Map
Penhook, VA

What's nearby

  • Smith Mountain Lake - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Lakeside Marina - 9 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Smith Mountain Lake Community Park - 51 min drive - 43.7 km
  • Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital - 59 min drive - 66.8 km
  • Smith Mountain Lake State Park - 61 min drive - 51.4 km

Getting around

  • Roanoke Regional Airport (ROA) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mitchell's - ‬50 min drive
  • ‪Mexico Viejo - ‬41 min drive
  • ‪Virginia Dare Cruises & Marina - ‬62 min drive
  • ‪Lumpkins Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Lumpkins Marina - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakefront Exclusive French Tudor Castle. 8400 sf. Nicest property on SML! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lakefront Exclusive French Tudor Castle. 8400 sf. Nicest property on SML! ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakefront Exclusive French Tudor Castle. 8400 sf. Nicest property on SML! ?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lakefront Exclusive French Tudor Castle. 8400 sf. Nicest property on SML! located?

This family-friendly Penhook vacation home is located on the waterfront, steps from Smith Mountain Lake, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Lakeside Marina and Lumpkins Marina. Leesville Lake and Palmer's Marina are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Lakefront Exclusive French Tudor Castle. 8400 sf. Nicest property on SML! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 44 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 44 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Debra G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Place
The house was beautiful! Great view and location! Enjoyed every minute and plan on going back! The communication with the host was fantastic!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lilly W.

Liked: Cleanliness
So pleased!
This was the idea location and the most beautiful home! They had so much for us to do!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

James T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful property
Lots of room for everyone to move around especially in the kitchen. Great views and lots to do.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Glenna G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome house!
8 adults and 4 kids under 12. Great location with easy access to the lake. Kitchen has everything we may have needed and more. Many water toys and lots of space for kids in the house. Owners were quick to respond to any questions!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Austin S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Family Celebration
Our family has vacationed at SML every summer since 2009. This was our first stay at The Castle. It was in a great location, provided ample space, and many helpful amenities enjoyed by all. I reached out to the owner while there and he came by to address some things! He was super responsive to communications. We will definitely consider staying there again next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic family reunion Home
I had the most wonderful, memorable stay at this lovely huge home on Smith Mountain Lake with 4 of my five children and their families. 19 of us including 11 children all under the age of 8 years down to our newest at 2 weeks old. We rented a pontoon boat a couple of jet skis, a wakeboard and a huge 3 seater tube. We made the most of our water activity time and everyone slept well at night! The home has a great kitchen, wonderful table seating and comfortable family room for enjoying each other’s Company any time of the day or night. The seven bedrooms and bathrooms afforded each family privacy to escape the crowds to their own space when needed, or when little ones had to nap. We all enjoyed the porch for sunrises and sunsets, the fire pit for s’mores and the fabulous first and top floors for the children to play. The first floor has a ping pong table, pool table and foosball table and the top floor had a Stage, puppets and doll house. Every aspect of this house was enjoyed! Thank you for a lovely stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our Fantastic week at Smith Mountain Lake
Just returned home from a wonderful week at The Castle on SML with entire family. The house was wonderful, large enough for all 16 of us and for those to escape if needed. Easy access to the lake with a wonderful dock. Plus there is shade on the dock. An awesome Rec rm where hours were spent in the evening playing games, pool, ping pong. The Owners are so easy to contact and are wanting to please if you have any needs. Would highly recommend staying at this home. You will be very pleased:)
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill D.

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Spacious and relaxing
More than adequate room for our family of 15. Clean, spacious and quiet for the most part. Very much enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

David J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family getaway
Awesome experience
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great for a family vacation!
The house is so well equipped, especially for families. Winter or Summer, there is plenty to do in any season! The location is fantastic and the lake views amazing. We will definitely be back! Anne M.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Carla R.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Castle was great, except!
Everything was good as expected, except the kitchen utensils! The hosts were very accommodating, and easy to get in touch with. We however were very disappointed in the kitchen utensils! Not on par with the overall home and property. Lacking even the basics, like measuring cups, measuring spoons, proper bakeware. What was available was pretty nasty, and seriously needs replaced! Thus being our only complaints.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Vacation
We had a great stay at "The Castle". Nice place, lots of space and rooms. The elevator was especially helpful for my 89 year old father in law. Great game room. Spacious kitchen and dining so works well for big group. Lots of time spent at the dock utilizing the kayaks and paddle board. The deck with it's view of the lake was a great gathering place at the end of the day.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ralph J., Hanover, PA

Liked: Cleanliness
Epic Lake Week
The Castle is a great house loaded with solid amenities. There is plenty of space for everyone. The dock equipped with 3 kayaks and a stand up paddle board is loads of fun. The location makes it easy and safe for kids to swim and enjoy the lake. Docking the rental pontoon boat is easy too. The hosts are exceptional and respond immediately to any questions. This is highly recommended, and we would stay there again. Thanks for a fun, memorable and Epic Lake Week!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna M.

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Anonymous
It was a very nice family vacation. We would stay there again
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Whitney A., Mount Pleasant

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Family Vacation House
We thoroughly enjoyed staying here on Smith Mountain Lake! Our family included toddlers all the way up to the elderly and there was something for everyone's interests. The kitchen is well equipped for large groups and meals, there is plenty of space for families to spread out, and lots of games/toys to keep everyone entertained. The hosts were very responsive and helpful with anything we needed before, during and after our stay. Thank you so much! We hope to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Stone D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay for a extended family vacation
Overall we had a wonderful stay at the Castle. The views were amazing! With 5 days of rain, we really appreciated the extra space to spread out, watching movies in the theater room, working on puzzles, playing games and billiards. We also loved the big tub in the evening. We enjoyed the bikes but there were only 2 adult bikes so we had to take turns. We also loved having the kayaks and SUP as well. One recommendation is to remove some of the deck furniture so there’s more room to sit and relax without feeling cramped. The kitchen was very nice but we missed having measuring cups for baking and there wasn’t a lot of room in the cabinets to store food. Overall we had a wonderful time and the home was beautiful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

NANCY S., Newark, DE, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Vacation!
The house is awesome. All bedrooms were comfortable. All bathrooms well equipped. The elevator made access to all the floors easy. The host has bikes, SUP and kayaks available but our family chose to rent a boat to make the lake vacation complete. Beautiful neighborhood and scenery all around.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Golf / Lake Getaway
Fantastic Location and overall experience
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mitchell J., Charlotte, NC

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Home
Home is well located being lake-front and in the Water's Edge Country Club neighborhood. Home is beautifully decorated and cavernous in size. Activities and possibilities abound. Be sure to bring your own iron/board if looking to iron clothing.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cordelia O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wow!
The house was amazing - great place to relax with family.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matt S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay in spite of the weather
Unfortunately the weekend we booked was the tail end of hurricane Ian so the weather was rough except for the last day. The good news is this house has so many nice amenities that the time flew by and everyone had a great time even though we didn’t get to utilize the lake very much. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Daniel N.

Liked: Cleanliness
WOW!!
WOW!! Just in case you didn’t understand that word from the title, but that was the first thing I thought when we drove up to “The Castle”. It was also the first thing we all said when we walked into the house. There were 6 adult men staying for 3 nights & not one time did any of us feel like we didn’t have space to stretch out or we were sitting on top of each other. The only room that wasn’t used by us was the attic. The guy that stayed in the 2nd floor master bedroom said he felt like he was staying in a VERY NICE hotel room. If you are reading this review, just stop reading here. Go ahead & book this house for your dates. When you arrive, carry something inside with you to go ahead & claim that bedroom!! You won’t regret it I promise!! The kitchen is unreal!! Let me just go ahead & say this; pictures do this house no justice. When you see the house in person, you will agree with me. Cooking in this kitchen was so easy & they have so many utensils on hand!! You shouldn’t need to bring anything with you. The 2 fridges in the garage were very necessary as well!! And let me tell you, when you sit down to eat at the beautiful table they have you can almost close your eyes & see yourself wanting to be there with all of your family for Thanksgiving. It’s HUGE!! I loved the deck on the main level as well. It’s a very nice spot to hang out overlooking the cove, not to mention the gas grill available for use!! The elevator is an amazing thing in this house as well. Follow the specific instructions given & you will NOT go wrong!! I slept in the downstairs bedroom which was very secluded away from the rest of the house. It’s located below the main floor master bedroom so you aren’t hearing any noise from above you unless someone is in that room. If you have a large crowd staying at the house I would put the late night sleep in people in that room. It’s adjacent to all the fun things to do in the basement & also the lower level deck which leads out to the boathouse & dock. Everyone else slept on the 2nd floor. They all slept very nicely & said the beds were comfortable. Having linen & towels to use in the house was a HUGE plus!! That made things nice by not having to carry everything with you when you need room for important things such as beer & wine!! We loved “The Castle” & we look forward to going back again!! The hosts are top notch people that helped me right away if I had a question about anything!! Thank you so much!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

James T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful week at Smith Mountain Lake
Great house and property. For the 12 family members that came we had lots of room and lots of fun. The property also has good access to the lake which we enjoyed as well.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Eric E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great for multiple families
We thoroughly enjoyed this lake home. We had three families come for a reunion and it was a great spot for a large gathering. While much of the home is well-decorated and well acquainted, I would say we had a few disappointments in that there were several things that need updating given the very steep rental price. These items include the dock lounge chairs, tables and chairs outdoors on the basement deck patio, pots and pans, the blender, other kitchen utensils, some of the bedding,etc. Additionally, the internet was sporadic at best and all televisions are connected through the internet making the stormy days a little frustrating for those of us who wanted a movie day. Finally, the air condition was not working upstairs and the exterior windows need cleaning. Otherwise, a great visit and beautiful home.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Roxanne K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Lake Home
Accommodations were great! Kitchen well stocked. Spacious and well kept. Bonus room was enormous. We had a wonderful time!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022