10/10 Excellent
Randy
23 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Randy
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Entire home
The Mermaids Lair 🧜♀️
Photo gallery for The Mermaids Lair 🧜♀️
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.
Reviews
8.8 out of 10
Excellent
Entire home
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 20 sq m
Popular amenities
Add dates for prices
About this property
Property amenities
Similar properties
Charming 2 bedroom, 2 bath townhome located in Portsmouth, Simple and elegant!!
Charming 2 bedroom, 2 bath townhome located in Portsmouth, Simple and elegant!!
- Kitchen
- Washer
- Dryer
- Free WiFi
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, 18 reviews
The price is AU$350
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Policies
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 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.
Portsmouth, VA
What's nearby
- Rivers Casino Portsmouth - 3 min drive - 3.5 km
- Portsmouth City Park - 6 min drive - 4.3 km
- Chesapeake Square Mall - 8 min drive - 5.7 km
- Portsmouth Naval Shipyard Museum - 8 min drive - 10.6 km
- Old Dominion University - 16 min drive - 15.5 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Wawa - 4 min drive
- McDonald's - 5 min drive
- Cook Out - 4 min drive
- Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - 4 min drive
- Uncle Rick's Frozen Custard - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Have a question?
BetaGet instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.
The Mermaids Lair 🧜♀️ Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
9.8/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Good
Tammy C.
15 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mini trip
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
Jennifer I.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Cathy S.
4 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Mermaid’s Lair
Cathy S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
8/10 Good
Kristal M.
29 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend Trip
Kristal M.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Bridgette C.
9 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Weekend
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
Melissa W.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
4/10 Poor
Larry C.
24 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Some shortcomings
Larry C.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Allasyn V.
6 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Allasyn V.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025