Title: The Mermaids Lair 🧜‍♀️ - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=101782828&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Mermaids Lair 🧜‍♀️ Waterfront vacation home with private pool and kitchenette ## Photo gallery for The Mermaids Lair 🧜‍♀️ ![Terrace/patio - The Mermaids Lair 🧜‍♀️ (Portsmouth)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101790000/101782900/101782828/9b0ad1f4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, cookware/dishes/utensils - The Mermaids Lair 🧜‍♀️ (Portsmouth)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101790000/101782900/101782828/9eab6572.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets - The Mermaids Lair 🧜‍♀️ (Portsmouth)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101790000/101782900/101782828/e3a5b80a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Hair dryer - The Mermaids Lair 🧜‍♀️ (Portsmouth)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101790000/101782900/101782828/e5c81af8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - The Mermaids Lair 🧜‍♀️ (Portsmouth)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101790000/101782900/101782828/11fe7214.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Chrystal Lake Guest House, situated on a beautiful property, offers a serene retreat with floor-to-ceiling windows showcasing the lake's tranquil beauty. Enjoy the kitchenette, sitting area, and comfortable full-size bed in this cozy guest house. Take advantage of the dock for fishing or launch your kayak to explore the lake. Unwind by the fire pit area and seating reserved exclusively for guests. ## Reviews 8.8 Excellent ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 21 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Pool - Kitchen - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space - Parking available - Lake view ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### The Mermaids Lair 🧜‍♀️ This guest house is on the property of a beautiful home on Chrystal Lake. The views are stunning from the floor to ceiling windows. This guest house features a kitchenette with microwave fridge and coffee maker. Sitting area, table and full size bed. The bath features an amazing rain head shower in custom ocean feel corner. The property features a dock for fishing, beautiful patio to enjoy the lake views. Bring your kayak and explore! There is a private pool on the premises that is only used by the owners. Please do not disturb them or their guests. The lake is for your enjoyment. The dock is shared and the fire pit area and seating is for you only. Property management is by offsite manager not owners on site. Owners are friendly and social but do not manage guest requests. We are 10 minutes from downtown Norfolk and all of its attractions. We are about 20 minutes to Norfolk Naval Base and about 25 minutes to Virginia Beach. The area is full of amazing sites and attractions including the Norfolk Botanical Gardens, Museums and some of the best restaurants. A car is necessary to get around the area. Automatic gate is controlled by a remote in the room and will be left open only when check in time is scheduled and at check out. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchenette - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Microwave - Refrigerator ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer ### Living spaces - Living room - Separate dining area ### Outdoor areas - Firepit - Patio ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - On the waterfront ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Unit size: 1 square foot ## Similar properties ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76860000/76859800/76859724/f4077f4d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Family friendly! 3 bd/2 ba, full house, sleeps 8 Portsmouth - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.2 Wonderful 7 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-06&endDate=2026-01-07&selected=76859724&PinnedHotelID=76859724&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111780000/111772000/111771911/66e56432.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Charming 2 bedroom, 2 bath townhome located in Portsmouth, Simple and elegant!! 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as 611865 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C36.79673%2C-76.38185&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=-O36SVByYTGtUPfw4bt57SavthA=) Portsmouth, VA #### What's nearby - Rivers Casino Portsmouth \- 2 min drive \- 3.8 km - LeMans Karting \- 3 min drive \- 2.7 km - Old Dominion University \- 13 min drive \- 16.1 km - Naval Station Norfolk \- 23 min drive \- 27.8 km - Virginia Beach Boardwalk \- 30 min drive \- 46.1 km #### Getting around - Norfolk Station - 11 min drive - Ft Norfolk-Medical Center Station - 11 min drive - Norfolk Intl. Airport (ORF) - 22 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Wawa - ‬4 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive - ‪Rick's Frozen Custard - ‬5 min drive - ‪Cook Out - ‬4 min drive - ‪Skrimp Shack - ‬5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does The Mermaids Lair 🧜‍♀️ have a pool? ### Is The Mermaids Lair 🧜‍♀️ pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at The Mermaids Lair 🧜‍♀️? ### What time is check-out at The Mermaids Lair 🧜‍♀️? ### Where is The Mermaids Lair 🧜‍♀️ located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Mermaids Lair 🧜‍♀️ Reviews ## Reviews ### Excellent All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 7 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 8.4 Location ### 10 Eco-friendliness ### 10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer I. Dec 12, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The Mermaid’s Lair What an incredible lil gem of a stay. This place is perfect for 1-2 person short stay. The views are incredible and the place was clean and welcoming - the bed was so comfortable! It is a small space but the design is just perfect. Quiet, safe area and I will definitely be back. Only suggestion would be to add a hair dryer. ##### Jennifer I. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bridgette C. Feb 9, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Weekend This location is great for a couple that wants to get away for a quiet weekend. The views of the lake were awesome! We didn’t get to use the fire pit because it was raining. Contact with the host was outstanding. All responses were within 5 minutes of us reaching out. ##### Bridgette C. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 ### 4/10 Poor #### Larry C. Apr 24, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication #### Some shortcomings The interior of the property was clean. However, there were several shortcomings. The tables were small and unstable. The bathroom was very small with no place to place toiletries or hang clothing/towels. We had only two bath towels for four days stay. The small table and chairs on the porch were broken and unsafe. The sidewalk/steps were poorly lit. In fact, while retrieving an item from the car after dark, I fell. I had a skinned knuckle and a twisted ankle. I could have been hurt much worse. ##### Larry C. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Randy Aug 23, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Loved this his quaint cottage on the lake. very relaxing. There is a full size bed. Would have preferred a queen size. Close to casino and things to do in Norfolk. ##### Randy Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Sarah O. Aug 20, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy Disliked: Location Very cute room. View of lake is lovely. A tad awkward with the house full of renters being so close. Also highway noise a bummer. Bed wasn't very comfortable. Nice play for the nightly cost. ##### Sarah O. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Tammy C. Jul 15, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Mini trip Nice waterfront spot, bed was comfy ##### Tammy C. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cathy S. Jul 4, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The Mermaid’s Lair Great cozy place for two. Beautiful view of Crystal Lake and very convenient to Portsmouth and Virginia Beach. We highly recommend Sojourn to book your next trip. ##### Cathy S. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Kristal M. Apr 29, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Weekend Trip The property was very clean and had a great view. However parking was a disaster and the people staying in the house did not respect our parking space. We ended up being late to a meeting because they had us blocked in and we could not get anyone out to move the car. ##### Kristal M. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Melissa W. May 15, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### On lakeside Loved it. Highest rating absolutely. Will book again. ##### Melissa W. Stayed 1 night in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Purposeful E. Jul 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Purposeful E. Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Allasyn V. Jun 6, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy ##### Allasyn V. 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