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El Matador 445 by Alicia Hollis Rentals Open 7/25

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A heated pool
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV, DVD player
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Property grounds

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Entire condo

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Hot Tub

Explore the area

Map
Fort Walton Beach, FL
  • Okaloosa Island Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Okaloosa Island Pier
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪24 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Fort Walton Beach

This condo places you within a 10-minute stroll of popular attractions 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

  • Okaloosa Island Beach - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island - 6 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Okaloosa Island Pier - 6 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park - 6 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Emerald Coast Science Center - 11 min drive - 4.8 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Stewby’s Seafood Shanty - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Slim Chickens - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Lost Pizza Co. Ft Walton - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Olive Garden - ‬9 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 445 by Alicia Hollis Rentals Open 7/25

Free Beach Service and Free Activities are Included with your stay! As a Thank You for staying with us, you will receive complimentary admissions to popular activities and attractions, Everyday of your stay. Check Out -> Only Valid for Short Term Rentals. Not available for Per Diem Stays, Guest of Owner Stays.

1 Free admission everyday to -> Shalimar Golf Course - Round of Golf, Big Kahuna’s Water Park - General Admission, Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park - General Admission, Wild Willy’s Grand Prix The Gator: Adult Admission, Sea Blaster - Beach or Sunset Dolphin Cruise,
Sea Blaster - Snorkel Admission, Cruisin Tiki’s - Evening Sunset Cruise.

Looking for Paradise? Here it is at the El Matador! Has to be the most sought of family vacation resort on the Emerald Coast. A secluded condominium nestled between the beautiful white sand dunes and the sparkling Emerald Waters of the Gulf of Mexico.

El Matador is truly a beach resort. Just two miles down Santa Rosa Blvd at the end of the Island you will find us – secluded but still just a few minutes to all the amenities that Destin and Fort Walton Beach have to offer. Just six miles down Hwy. 98 you can enjoy Destin – “ The Worlds Luckiest Fishing Village” – charter a private trip or take the kids out on a group boat and catch dinner. While in Destin enjoy fine restaurants, shopping, and golfing on some of the best golf courses in the Panhandle of Florida. Hard to believe that you might need a day off from the beach but if you do take the family to Big Kahunas Water Park in the center of old Destin. Much more than just a water park… it’s a day of fun!

Back at the El Matador enjoy the large grass areas between our buildings just right for family fun and games. With two pools, his and her whirlpool, and saunas just right for your tired muscles after a game of tennis on one of our courts, or in our fitness center. We are located at the end of Okaloosa Island a small barrier Island between Fort Walton Beach and Destin. This gated community with thirteen miles of undeveloped beaches to the west is sure to have you longing to return.
The condo is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with a separate bedroom and a dining area. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a sofa bed, a coffee maker, and a phone. Housekeeping is available on request.

Property manager

Chris, Sher, Austin

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Kayak
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Gated community
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 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

  • This property doesn't allow pets

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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25

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.

Property is also known as

1602-60874

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see around this condo?

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

Is parking available on site at this condo?

No, there isn't parking available at the condo.

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 do couples enjoy most about El Matador 445 by Alicia Hollis Rentals Open 699?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this beachfront condo include a kitchen as well as a sauna and tennis.

Are there hot tubs at El Matador 445 by Alicia Hollis Rentals Open 699?

Yes, guests can enjoy a spa tub at this condo.

Does this condo provide breakfast?

No, this condo doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this condo allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this condo.

Does this condo have connecting rooms?

No, this condo doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What 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).

Can I book a room with a balcony at El Matador 445 by Alicia Hollis Rentals Open 699?

Yes, every condo unit at El Matador 445 by Alicia Hollis Rentals Open 699 comes with a balcony with some featuring beach views.

El Matador 445 by Alicia Hollis Rentals Open 7/25 Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 46 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 46 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 46 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 46 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lisa A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay at El Matador!

Overall, the property is very well kept, especially for a much older property. Our stay was very pleasant, the only issues with our particular unit was the water pressure was not very strong on any of the faucets or the toilet but it was not bad enough to make a phone call to the property manager while we were there. The property manager stay in touch on a regular basis from the time we booked our stay until the day we checked in and that was very nice. Overall, everything went very smooth with the exception of the pool being closed for two days and no one really knew why but Apparently it had to be cleaned or something
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian E.

Liked: Cleanliness

El Matador

It is clean and quiet, but could use a little TLC and updates. It would be nice to have a roll of paper towels on hand and a better grade of toilet paper. The view from the balcony is great, the bed was comfortable as well as the living room furnishings. Beach access was easy and the beach was very clean.Overall I would give it a 4.9 out of 5!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brenda B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome View!!!

Lovely balcony view! Plenty of dining options close by.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

william H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Had a great time

good location
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

angela b.

Liked: Cleanliness

Experience

This was the absolute best vacation experience ever! Bed in condo was the most comfortable bed ever. Looking for one of the mattresses already lol. Sofa sleep was comfortable. Condo was exact to description. Very clean, larger than expected, very quiet and the view was absolutely beautiful. We all had a wonderful time and I would stay there again in a minute. 👍👍👍👍👍
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Angie F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Everything was great!

Good place to stay, but condo could use some TLC. Minor issues only. Shower low water pressure, lazy boy broken and kept tipping over, walls have been patched several times, kitchen sink sprayer barely sprayed, and no washer and dryer in your condo. Still had a great week only listed these for the knowledge of the owner.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

Liked: Cleanliness

After 14 months of COVID lockdown, we needed relaxing time in the sun and sand. Great stay.

This was our second visit to El Matador. We love this place.
Stayed 11 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mark W., Dallas, Georgia USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect condo for us

We stayed at this condo over spring break 2021. The condo was perfect for my wife and I. Everything was clean and ready-to-go when we arrived. It looks like it had recently been renovated as the furnishings and appliances all seemed new. Since it was a 1 bedroom, we expected it to be small, but it wasn't at all. The rooms were large and there was plenty of elbow room and storage space. We loved having breakfast and drinks on the balcony. The view of the gulf is even better than the pictures.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Barbara B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Good

Good overall.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Barb A.

Liked: Cleanliness

June 2020 FWB vacation

This place is fabulous. We loved the location and the condo. This place has everything you need. The kitchen is well supplied with all kinds of dishes, pot, pans, utensils, etc. The view from the patio is amazing and the private beach is non-surpassed. The only thing we didn’t enjoy was the traffic in Destin, but with the location and amenities of this condo, you don’t even need to go there.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020