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El Matador 450 by Alicia Hollis Rentals Open Apr 1

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Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
TV, DVD player
A heated pool

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire condo

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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

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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 450 by Alicia Hollis Rentals Open Apr 1

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.
During your stay at this condo building, you're just a quick walk from Fort Walton Beaches. You'll find features like a gym and a hot tub. Enjoy your stay with amenities like a kitchen and 2 bathrooms in the condo.
  • Air-conditioned condo with kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and balcony
  • Amenities include an elevator
  • Onsite recreation includes tennis courts, a gym, and a sauna
  • Within a 10-minute walk of Fort Walton Beaches and Okaloosa Island Beach
This condo offers its guests a hot tub, a sauna, and a fitness center. This condo also features barbecue grills and an elevator.

This Fort Walton Beach condo is smoke free.

Property manager

Chris, Sher, Austin

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Coin laundry

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Kayak
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Winery tours 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
  • Property located in a resort

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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

1602-60870

El Matador 450 by Alicia Hollis Rentals Open Apr 1 Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jan D.

Overall ok
The condo was ok. Dishes had dried food on them, and if you want to cook, you literally need to bring everything. I'm used to rentals that at least basic condiments like salt and pepper. This one had nothing. Also, only one roll of toilet paper for each bathroom. We had to share on the ladt night. Mattress in madter very uncomfortable, but location of condo was good.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donald D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Place to stay
Everything was fine. Jess needs to update.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Allison S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice view but outdated
The condo wasn’t the best. It’s outdated and the back slider and front door are very difficult to open and close. I wouldn’t rent this unit again knowing there are plenty of other updated units in the complex for the same price or less. Also, if I could do it over, I would rent straight from the matador website or the Holis website.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angie D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
Super great location! Loved our stay!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Shirley B.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Mold
We were all congested. Thought it was an allergy but discovered mold in the bathroom. Very disappointed
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bernes Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation
Great place to stay, a lots of fun stuff to do with kids. Thank you
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

John C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Loved the location and the the condo. Great pool and everyone I had contact with was super nice!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Heather T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful view
Beach was not crowded
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

jennifer w.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Loved the location.
was very disappointed in the cleanliness when we checked in.. Crumbs still on counter, hair still in bathroom and stuff still all over the floor. Took me an hour to clean before bringing stuff in. Sweeper in unit was horriblw
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Mary P.

Vacation
Room dacore was tacky and very outdated. Overall it was a good stay it just needed some updating.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Daniel K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Paradise!
The location couldn’t have been better. The condo itself was great. Overall I was very pleased. My expectations were exceeded. I’m already looking into booking again for next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019