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Spa
A heated pool
TV, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire condo

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61035 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Fort Walton Beach, FL
  • Place, Fort Walton Beaches
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Rosa Sound
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Okaloosa Island Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪23 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Fort Walton Beach

Located in Okaloosa Island, this condo is within a 10-minute walk of popular sights such as Fort Walton Beaches and Okaloosa Island Beach. The condo includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a sofa bed.
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What's nearby

  • Fort Walton Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Santa Rosa Sound - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Okaloosa Island Beach - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center - 4 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island - 5 min drive - 2.8 miles

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Olive Garden - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Stewby’s Seafood Shanty - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Lost Pizza Co. Ft Walton - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Slim Chickens - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

El Matador 143 - FREE TICKETS!! Your stay includes free tickets to many area attractions!

This 2 bedroom unit is centrally located, providing convenient access to the tennis and basketball courts, both pools, the recreation building and the sugar white sands of the Gulf of Mexico. This unit has been recently renovated to include new flooring, paint, and granite countertops. The kitchen is equipped with everything you will need to prepare and serve meals. Relax in the plush living room and enjoy the tremendous view of the Gulf of Mexico. The one bathroom floor plan provides a second vanity next to the guest bedroom for added convenience. Come and make memories! Free Wi-Fi available

​​​​​​​El Matador Condominiums are located next to 17 miles of uninhabited beach. To make your Florida vacation unforgettable, our beach resort offers an array of amenities which includes two pools (one is heated seasonally), tennis/pickle ball and basketball courts, a fitness center, whirlpools, saunas, meeting rooms and more! Resting on over 12 acres, El Matador is beautifully landscaped and meticulously attended featuring lush palm trees and manicured lawn. The resort is accented by surrounding sugar-white sand, the sparkling surf, and is convenient to many unique shopping establishments fine restaurants and a variety of water sports.

Age Requirement: NO reservations will be accepted for singles under the age of 25 unless accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. A parent or legal guardian shall be allowed to supervise no more than 3 individuals under the age of 25. Parent or legal guardian MUST occupy the same room as those they are supervising. Any reservations made under false pretenses will forfeit all prepaid rents and deposits and will be required to vacate the unit.
The condo is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a sofa bed, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Electric car charging station
  • Unit size: 1,035 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Contactless check-in available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to see close to this condo?

This condo is situated in Okaloosa Island within a 10-minute walk of Fort Walton Beaches and Okaloosa Island Beach. You'll also find Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island and Fort Walton Beach Park within a short drive.

Is there parking available at El Matador 143 - FREE TICKETS!! Your stay includes free tickets to many area attractions!?

Yes, there is an electric car charging station available.

Is this condo next to a casino?

No, this condo is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this condo?

No, this condo doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at El Matador 143 - FREE TICKETS!! Your stay includes free tickets to many area attractions!?

Couples staying at this condo will appreciate amenities like a kitchen as well as a hot tub and a heated pool.

Does El Matador 143 - FREE TICKETS!! Your stay includes free tickets to many area attractions! have a hot tub?

No, but guests can enjoy a heated pool at this condo.

Does this condo include breakfast service?

No, this condo doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this condo allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this condo.

Does El Matador 143 - FREE TICKETS!! Your stay includes free tickets to many area attractions! have connecting rooms available?

No, this condo doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to this condo?

The closest major airport to this condo is Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS), which is 11.6 mi away (20 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at El Matador 143 - FREE TICKETS!! Your stay includes free tickets to many area attractions!?

Yes, every condo at El Matador 143 - FREE TICKETS!! Your stay includes free tickets to many area attractions! comes with a balcony and some offer water views.

El Matador 143 - FREE TICKETS!! Your stay includes free tickets to many area attractions! Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Okaloosa Island

Great beach and clean property. The unit was great for our purposes - a relaxing week at the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect recharge!

Comfortable, low-key and relaxing vacation spot. Not fancy but has everything you could need for a family beach getaway! Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diane K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Matador condo

We had a great time, it’s a good location close to the beach , nice pool and the condo was clean and surprisingly stocked with extra items we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Daniel a.

Good location, spacious place and decent ocean view.

The good. Great location away from the traffic. Close to the beach and decent views from the balcony with plenty of room inside. Good size kitchen with plenty of pots and pans although we did not cook much. Clean and kept property grounds and friendly staff. The bad. A bit on the older side which I normally would not have a problem with, but it did have a musty smell especially on the kids room. I'm not sure if the carpet needs to be replaced, but there's a strong odor on that bedroom. There were a lot of gnats in the apartment although the kitchen area looked clean. Also, something resembling dried up bodily fluid was on the back of one of the pillow shams like it had not been washed. My kid found it he was laying on it, so that is my biggest complaint about the stay there, and the odd smell within the apartment especially on the smaller bedroom is what keeps me from not giving it a high review. The living room has a coffee table with a large glass top, so if you have small children that like to climb on furniture be careful as it could be dangerous. Overall decent experience, but please check the cleanliness of the linens for the next renter. We paid decent money for the cleaning fee, so we expect everything to be as clean as possible. Thank you for hosting our family.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kim T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful condo

This was our second stay in this unit. It is always clean and accommodating. We have had zero issues with either stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

4/10 Poor

Barbara C.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Construction on building nois from 7-6 plus

A few days before our stay el Matador contacted me to inform me the unit booked is not available due to unit sold. Received upgrade to beach few unit. Unfortunately this was a major downgrade. The new unit sed awful like mold and was very musty. Causing allergies. The beds smelled really bad and all the fruniture smelled and is in need to be replaced. Especially the beds, couch and recliner. Our bedroom window did not lock which was a big safety concern as it faced the walk way. The bedroom has a big utility light outside the window which made the room light as day all night long. Needs better blinds or black out curtains. This building was under construction wich el Matador did not inform us until the night before the trip. Exterior
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christi L.

Liked: Cleanliness

This is a family friendly location. The condos are well managed, the beach is beautiful and secluded

The beds were so comfortable the space was open, comfortable and clean. We will go back.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Nick & Michelle C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Beach Vacation

Overall nice condo for our family beach vacation. The location was close to the beach, and a nice view from the deck. A couple minor things which kept it from a 5 star rating but nothing that prevented us from enjoying our quick trip to Florida.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Krystal K.

Liked: Cleanliness

So happy

The condo was cozy and clean, beds were comfortable. We really enjoyed our stay and enjoyed the community grounds!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Chad R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay at El Matador

We really enjoyed our stay at El Matador. The facilities were great. The location is awesome. It is at the end of the inhabited portion of the island, so there is nothing further down the road/beach. This created a less crowded environment. The check-in/check-out procedures were easy and reasonable. The pools are relaxing. The beach access was perfect. Chair/umbrella rentals was easy. The room had several beach chairs included that we used also. It also had a small inflatable boat with paddles. It was fun to use. Several other beach toys were available. The room had several games/puzzles included though we didn't use these. Books and DVDs were included also. If I had any complaint, it would be that the pocket door was very hard to close enough to lock. Also, the key is hard to remove from the deadbolt lock. But these issues were extremely minor. Overall, the experience was wonderful.

10/10 Excellent

William M.

Great condo and great location

Loved this place a lot. Nice condo and so many great places to eat close by.will definitely go back. We have to leave two days early due to hurricane Michael. You can't control the weather.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2018

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