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El Matador 245 by Alicia Hollis Rentals FREE ADVENTURES! $300/Day

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Property grounds
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Beach nearby
A heated pool
TV, DVD player

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Entire condo

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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

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About the neighborhood

Fort Walton Beach

Located in Fort Walton Beach (Okaloosa Island), this condo is within a 10-minute walk of Fort Walton Beaches and Okaloosa Island Beach. .This condo is 7.3 mi (11.8 km) from Destin Harbor Boardwalk and 9.9 mi (16 km) from Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park.
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What's nearby

  • Fort Walton Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Santa Rosa Sound - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Okaloosa Island Beach - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center - 4 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island - 5 min drive - 3.1 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Ocean Buffet - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Stewby’s Seafood Shanty - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Olive Garden - ‬9 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 245 by Alicia Hollis Rentals FREE ADVENTURES! $300/Day

FREE BEACH SERVICE INCLUDED!

Enjoy Free Activities with your stay — a $300+ per day value! As our way of saying thank you, you’ll receive complimentary daily admissions to some of the area’s most popular attractions. (Valid for short-term rentals only. Not available for per diem or guest-of-owner stays.)

Each day, you will receive a ticket to each of the following:

- Shalimar Golf Course
- Big Kahuna’s Water Park
- Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park
- Wild Willy’s Grand Prix
- Sea Blaster (Dolphin Cruise (Beach or Sunset))
- Sea Blaster (Snorkeling Trip)
- Cruisin’ Tiki’s (Evening Sunset Cruise)

This recently remodeled and freshly painted 1-bedroom condo offers a clean, modern, and comfortable space for your beach getaway. The unit features numerous upgrades, including a new stove/oven, dishwasher, kitchen sink, and faucet, along with brand-new furniture in the living room, bedroom, and dining area. Additional updates include a new vanity and toilet, updated balcony furniture, new wood flooring in the primary bedroom, and new ceiling fans in both the living room and bedroom. A brand-new sleeper sofa provides extra comfort and sleeping space.

Looking for paradise? You’ve found it at El Matador! One of the most sought-after resorts on the Emerald Coast, this gated community offers a peaceful setting nestled between sugar-white sand dunes and the emerald waters of the Gulf of Mexico. Located at the end of Okaloosa Island, El Matador provides a secluded atmosphere while still being just minutes from the shopping, dining, and entertainment of Fort Walton Beach and Destin. A short drive takes you to Destin, known as “The World’s Luckiest Fishing Village,” where you can enjoy fishing charters, waterfront dining, golf, and family attractions like Big Kahuna’s Water Park.

Back at the resort, enjoy a variety of amenities, including:
- Two swimming pools
- His-and-her whirlpools and saunas
- Tennis courts and fitness center
- Expansive green spaces for family fun and relaxation
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned condo, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private balcony. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a DVD player is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a phone, as well as a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a sauna or take in the view from a garden.
Guests will find features like internet access.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Tennis
  • Birdwatching 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

  • Garden
  • Gated community

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 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

Property is also known as

One Bedroom for Short or Long Term Rentals
One Bedroom for Short or Long Term Rentals. Condo
One Bedroom for Short or Long Term Rentals. Fort Walton Beach
1602-60801

El Matador 245 by Alicia Hollis Rentals FREE ADVENTURES! $300/Day Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

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

8.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

6/10 Okay

Tab E.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location
Disliked: Check-in
Location was great, but the condo had the bare minimum.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Archival

6/10 Okay

Danny T.

Good Trip

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The trip was good and room was clean and neat. The view was alittle disappointing and the sliding glass door off the bedroom hardly didnt open and the one off the living was very difficult to open. The plugs on the headboard wall were shot and did not work.
Verified

8/10 Good

Darlene C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The closet doors stuck open. And one wouldn’t open
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Archival

4/10 Poor

Frank S.

245 El Matador

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Overall it was a good vacation stay.
Archival

6/10 Okay

Dan T.

Good Trip

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The trip was good and room was clean and neat. The view was alittle disappointing and the sliding glass door off the bedroom hardly didnt open and the one off the living was very difficult to open. The plugs on the headboard wall were shot and did not work.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2015
Archival

10/10 Excellent

judy b.

Great Vacation Place

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: It was awesome. so close to the beaches, place was quiet and clean.
Archival

6/10 Okay

Complex great , condo and realtor not so great

Rating Details: The property manager was somewhat unhelpful. The vacation rental was very dirty. I was more than happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The complex was great and I would stay at El Matador again but in a different unit. 245 needs some major updates and housekeeping was horrible. The floor was gross the rugs around the room was dark with dirt. The entry door was in bad shape , patio doors don't lock and screens were off track. The sofa bed will only accommodate a small child there were no linens for sofa bed. The appliances were straight from the 70's. All that being sad complex was clean, great location , beautiful sugar sand beach everything is a short drive away Quiet end of the beach definitely would return.
Archival

8/10 Good

Jeffrey S.

El Matador #245

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: There was no hot water and the living room TV remote didn't work. Otherwise it was good.
Archival

6/10 Okay

vaca

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: I was not happy at all with this unit. The bathroom has not been updated since the 80's, the ice maker did not work, HOWEVER, Alicia J. Hollis brought us 2 bags of ice, and the mattress pad and therefor the sheet would not stay on the bed. Alicia & associates were great as always and I will use them again but NOT this unit.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Florida Vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great experience, from making reservations to check-out. Condo was clean and equipped with everything we needed. Our view was nice, pool was clean. Definitely would like to go back!!
Archival

6/10 Okay

Overall pretty good - areas for improvement & some good things

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Areas for improvement: The front door handle is dangerous - virtually no way to unlock the door without scraping your knuckles on the door jam - or worse. Patio furniture bulky and tired, unpleasant to use. Living room furniture upholstery needed cleaning. Floors needed sweep/mop when we arrived. Paper towel rack on kitchen pantry door was broken. Some of the glasses were cracked. The shower handle came off when you turned on the water. A refrigerator door drawer was loose and had to be taken out for the week - otherwise it would've broken off when you opened the door. Would have been nice to have the hot tubs working while we were there. Good Things: Heated pool and oceanside pool immaculate - beautiful condition. Workout room (w/tv) and adjoining restrooms very clean and recently remodeled. Layout of the condo was good, comfortable. Nice location in the complex. View of ocean from every room (except bathroom). Staff all very pleasant, helpful and professional. Neighbors totally cool. Great location for privacy and for shopping, stores, restaurants and beach access. Good supply of towels, bed/sheets clean, "starter" paper products and garbage bags available. Internet access good (bring your own ethernet cable). TVs and cable worked well. Supply of reading material available. Suggestion: There is an Okaloosa Island Visitors Center less than a mile east with free tourism materials - why not pick some up and have them available in the condo? Provide a map of the area i.e. nearest grocery store, etc.

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