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El Matador 459 by Alicia Hollis Rentals Open Apr 1

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Terrace/patio
TV, DVD player
On the beach
Interior
A heated pool

Reviews

8.6 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
  • Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Destin, FL (DSI-Destin-Fort Walton Beach)
    ‪18 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 459 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.
Our customers tell us they enjoy the overall property condition at this condo building. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Fort Walton Beaches. Enjoy features like a gym, a water park, and a hot tub. A kitchen and 2 bathrooms are available in the condo.
  • Air-conditioned condo with kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and balcony
  • Splash around at the water park
  • 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 water park, a hot tub, and a sauna. This condo also features a fitness center 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

  • Heated pool
  • Shared/communal pool
  • A hot tub
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Internet access

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster
  • Ice maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Fitness centre
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Tennis on site
  • Boating on site
  • Kayaking on site
  • Golf on site
  • Golf nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Jet skiing 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)

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

Gulf Front!!corner Unit.!!fantastic Panoramic Views!! Condo
1602-60867

El Matador 459 by Alicia Hollis Rentals Open Apr 1 Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 70 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 70 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 70 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 70 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 70 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

sharon s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Vacation 2023
Enjoyed the place we stayed. Everything was nice and convenient. Weather wasn’t so nice. I thought the price was a little high but other than that it was nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristen C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Little piece of heaven
Our stay here was great! It was clean, roomy, had enough amenities such as extra pillows and blankets. But the view from the balcony & even inside the living room was worth it all! Definitely will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stefanie G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent views…location, location, location!
Our second time staying in 459 and there will for sure be a third! Could not be happier with how clean and well maintained this condo is. The views are breathtaking! Quiet beach being on the end. See you next year 459!!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Love the area and the unit!
We thoroughly enjoyed our time here. The unit had the most amazing views from multiple angles. It is well worth the extra $ for the corner units. We arrived early and the unit was not yet ready, but the property managers called me as soon as it was (and still way early). We have been to El Matador over the winter, which is also nice, but late August is wonderful too - beach set up available, low crowds, not a party atmosphere, since most kids are back to school. Being basically at the end of the road gives a serene quality which was much needed for me. We would definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nancy E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Experience
We enjoyed our stay at El Matador very much! The condo was even more comfortable and well supplied than we had anticipated. Very clean and fresh! Beautiful view from the Corner unit. We have already made a plan to come back to this same unit next summer!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Mandy N.

Nice but not the cleanest
Our unit was nice, we had an amazing view! The elevators were a little scary. While doing maintenance one day, they had a generator parked right outside the elevators with only one small orange cone. Very unsafe. The furniture in our unit was outdated but comfy. We didn’t like how far down the island we were. We prefer to be closer to the other end and didn’t realize it was sooooo far. But that’s nothing bad about the unit itself. If the unit had some updating done, it would have been perfect (minus the long drive down the island).
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Angel L.

Liked: Cleanliness
GREAT VIEWS!
The condo was clean, but had a musty smell upon entering. Wasn’t terrible but definitely noticeable. Condo view was ABSOLUTELY FABULOUS, but the actual condo needs updating! AC worked fabulous! No washer and dryer. Definitely bring your own pillows! Linens for couch bed were subpar. The location of room couldn’t be beat, but interior lacked any style and comfort.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

6/10 Okay

Jeremy S., Salem,Indiana

Disliked: Cleanliness
Needs updated
The room was very dirty and had a musty smell. The service panel was missing on the breaker box and had exposed wires. It really needs updating the hot water doesn't last very long so don't waste time in the shower.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Meredith G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
We could not have been happier with the location of our unit. The view was fantastic. The beach was not crowded and clean. We hope to return soon.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jared P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Condo
Good View
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019