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The Mermaids Lair 🧜‍♀️

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Terrace/patio
Interior
Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, cookware/dishes/utensils
Hair dryer

Reviews

8.0 out of 10

Very good

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 20.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Lake view
    Lake view

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 manager

Larry Bevilacqua

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

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 sq ft (0.1 sq m)

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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

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 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

Property is also known as

611865

About the neighborhood

Map
Portsmouth, VA

What's nearby

  • Rivers Casino Portsmouth - 4 min drive
  • Chesapeake Square Mall - 8 min drive
  • Portsmouth Naval Shipyard Museum - 8 min drive
  • Waterside District - 11 min drive
  • Old Dominion University - 15 min drive

Getting around

  • Norfolk Station - 11 min drive
  • Ft Norfolk-Medical Center Station - 11 min drive
  • Norfolk Intl. Airport (ORF) - 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

Frequently asked questions

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 🧜‍♀️?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Mermaids Lair 🧜‍♀️ located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Rivers Casino Portsmouth and within 6 mi (10 km) of Chesapeake Square Mall and Portsmouth City Park. Frank D Lawrence Stadium and Great Dismal Swamp National Wildlife Refuge are also within 6 mi (10 km).

The Mermaids Lair 🧜‍♀️ Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 4 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 4 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 4 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 4 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Larry C.

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Tammy C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mini trip
Nice waterfront spot, bed was comfy
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cathy S.

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa W.

Liked: Cleanliness
On lakeside
Loved it. Highest rating absolutely. Will book again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023