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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Top-rated comfy beds
    Guests liked the comfy beds here.
  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchenette
  • Air conditioning
  • Firepit
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Portsmouth, VA
  • Place, LeMans Karting
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Rivers Casino Portsmouth
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Chesapeake Square Mall
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Norfolk, VA (ORF-Norfolk Intl.)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchenette
Separate dining area

About this property

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.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3811692
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the neighborhood

Portsmouth

Located in Portsmouth, this vacation home is on the waterfront. Travelers who have shopping on the agenda can visit Waterside District and Greenbrier Mall. Broadmoor Play Area and United States Lightship Portsmouth are also worth visiting.
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Portsmouth, VA

What's nearby

  • LeMans Karting - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Rivers Casino Portsmouth - 3 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Chesapeake Square Mall - 5 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Portsmouth City Park - 6 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Cinemark Chesapeake Square - 6 min drive - 6.1 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
  • ‪Skrimp Shack - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Admiral's Steak & Seafood - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does The Mermaids Lair 🧜‍♀️ have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at The Mermaids Lair 🧜‍♀️?

As of Jun 28, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Mermaids Lair 🧜‍♀️ on Aug 25, 2026 start from $164, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is The Mermaids Lair 🧜‍♀️ pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Mermaids Lair 🧜‍♀️?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Mermaids Lair 🧜‍♀️?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Mermaids Lair 🧜‍♀️ located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from LeMans Karting and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Rivers Casino Portsmouth. Brentwood Play Area and Camelot Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

8.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Isabelle D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful and peaceful stay. The natural light from all the windows was beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was very welcoming. We loved the view and the bed was so comfortable. I need to know where the pillows came from . There could be a little more lighting outside to get to the car but other than that it was incredible.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Tammy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mini trip

Nice waterfront spot, bed was comfy
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Randy

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathy S.

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer I.

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Sarah O.

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.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

On lakeside

Loved it. Highest rating absolutely. Will book again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bridgette C.

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Kristal M.

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Larry C.

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Serena W.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Purposeful E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allasyn V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

About the host

Hosted by Larry Bevilacqua

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