The Mermaids Lair 🧜‍♀️

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A covered outdoor area with a view of a lake, a door with a sign, and a ceiling fan.
A room with a large window, a round rug, and two white armchairs.
A spacious room with a large window overlooking a body of water, a round table, and a white armchair.
A bathroom with a white sink, a toilet, and a mirror with a decorative frame.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, and a view of a pool through the sliding glass door.

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.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Kitchenette
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Onsite parking available
  • Firepit

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

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About the area

Portsmouth

Located in Portsmouth, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Travellers who have shopping on the agenda can visit Waterside District and Greenbrier Mall. Portsmouth Art and Cultural Center and United States Lightship Portsmouth are also worth visiting.
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Map
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, VA (ORF-Norfolk Intl.) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wawa - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Crossings Café - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Skrimp Shack - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Admiral's Steak & Seafood - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Mermaids Lair 🧜‍♀️ pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

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

As of 31 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Mermaids Lair 🧜‍♀️ on 1 November 2026 start from NZ$556, 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.

How much is parking at The Mermaids Lair 🧜‍♀️?

On-site 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 🧜‍♀️?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Mermaids Lair 🧜‍♀️ located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from LeMans Karting and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Rivers Casino Portsmouth. Camelot Park and Chesapeake Square Mall are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice little getaway
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

8/10 Good

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

Mini trip

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

10/10 Excellent

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

6/10 Okay

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

8/10 Good

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 review

4/10 Poor

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 review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a cozy place for the two of us. Quiet and peaceful. Loved the pool and sitting by the lake. Romantic. No TV and no distractions.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

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