At this holiday home, you'll be 22.7 km (14.1 mi) from Naval Station Norfolk. .Home features a living room, a dining area and a coffee/tea maker. A fridge and a microwave make in-room dining convenient. A hairdryer and an iron/ironing board are also available. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this Portsmouth holiday home include Waterside District and Old Dominion University.
Portsmouth Naval Shipyard Museum - 8 min drive - 9.5 km
Portsmouth City Park - 8 min drive - 6.5 km
Waterside District - 11 min drive - 12.6 km
Getting around
Norfolk Station - 11 min drive
Ft Norfolk-Medical Center Station - 11 min drive
Norfolk, VA (ORF-Norfolk Intl.) - 22 min drive
Restaurants
Crossings Café - 4 min drive
McDonald's - 5 min drive
Images Restaurant - 4 min drive
East Side Pizza - 6 min drive
Tropical Smoothie Cafe - 4 min drive
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!
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
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
No pets 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
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 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Property is also known as
611865
Frequently asked questions
Does The Mermaids Lair 🧜♀️ have a pool?
No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Mermaids Lair 🧜♀️?
No, The Mermaids Lair 🧜♀️ does not offer an airport shuttle service.
What time are check-in & check-out at The Mermaids Lair 🧜♀️?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
Are pets allowed at The Mermaids Lair 🧜♀️?
No, pets are not allowed.
The Mermaids Lair 🧜♀️ Reviews
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.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 6 reviews
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Bridgette C.
9 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
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
Jennifer I.
12 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
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
4/10 Poor
Larry C.
24 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
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
8/10 Good
Tammy C.
15 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Mini trip
Nice waterfront spot, bed was comfy
Tammy C.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Cathy S.
4 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
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
Melissa W.
15 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
On lakeside
Loved it. Highest rating absolutely. Will book again.