Title: The Mermaids Lair 🧜‍♀️ Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Mermaids Lair 🧜‍♀️ Waterfront holiday home with private pool and kitchenette ![1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101790000/101782900/101782828/e3a5b80a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101790000/101782900/101782828/9b0ad1f4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, cookware/dishes/utensils](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101790000/101782900/101782828/9eab6572.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Hair dryer](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101790000/101782900/101782828/e5c81af8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101790000/101782900/101782828/11fe7214.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location 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. 8.8 Excellent ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 21 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Pool - Outdoor space - Kitchen - Air conditioning - 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! ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - 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 - Smoke-free property ### 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 ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83490000/83484300/83484276/7f7ada83.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Clev’s collage place Portsmouth - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Parking available 5.8 7 reviews £144 includes taxes & fees 12 Oct - 13 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-12&endDate=2025-10-13&selected=83484276&PinnedHotelID=83484276&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111780000/111772000/111771911/40a8c9bb.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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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 On-site 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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 ### Property is also known as 611865 ## About the area Located in Portsmouth, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Travellers who have shopping on the agenda can visit Waterside District and Greenbrier Mall. United States Lightship Portsmouth and Children's Museum of Virginia are also worth visiting. [Visit our Portsmouth travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Portsmouth.dx9442) [View more Holiday homes in Portsmouth](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Portsmouth-Private-Holiday-Homes.d9442-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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 - 3 min drive - 2.2 miles - Portsmouth City Park - 6 min drive - 2.7 miles - Chesapeake Square Mall - 8 min drive - 3.6 miles - Portsmouth Naval Shipyard Museum - 8 min drive - 6.6 miles - Waterside District - 11 min drive - 7.9 miles ### Getting around - Norfolk Station - 11 min drive - Ft Norfolk-Medical Center Station - 11 min drive - Norfolk, VA (ORF-Norfolk Intl.) - 22 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Wawa - ‬4 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive - ‪Cook Out - ‬4 min drive - ‪Uncle Rick's Frozen Custard - ‬5 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. ### Is The Mermaids Lair 🧜‍♀️ pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this 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 🧜‍♀️? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is The Mermaids Lair 🧜‍♀️ located? > Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Rivers Casino Portsmouth and within 6 miles (10 km) of Chesapeake Square Mall and Portsmouth City Park. Cinemark Chesapeake Square and Rivers Edge are also within 6 miles (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Mermaids Lair 🧜‍♀️ Reviews 8.8 ### 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.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 8.4 Location ### 10 Eco-friendliness ### 10 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 7 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Randy 23 Aug 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 ### 8/10 Good #### Tammy C. 15 Jul 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 #### Jennifer I. 12 Dec 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 ### 8/10 Good #### Kristal M. 29 Apr 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 #### Cathy S. 4 Jul 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 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bridgette C. 9 Feb 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 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Melissa W. 15 May 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 ### 4/10 Poor #### Larry C. 24 Apr 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 #### Purposeful E. 7 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Purposeful E. Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Allasyn V. 6 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy ##### Allasyn V. 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