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🛥️🌞El Matador 622 - Sugar Dunes | Gulf Views + Free Parking Onsite

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On the beach
Marina
Interior
Outdoor dining
A heated pool

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

1 bedroom1 bathroom480 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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)
    ‪23 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 beach condo is 10.9 mi (17.5 km) from Destin Beaches and 7.3 mi (11.8 km) from Destin Harbor Boardwalk.

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
  • Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island - 5 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park - 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 622 - Sugar Dunes | Gulf Views + Free Parking Onsite

🌴 Coastal Studio Retreat | Sugar Dunes

El Matador | Okaloosa Island

✨ Highlights

• Cozy Gulf-view studio sleeping up to 4 guests
• Private balcony with bar-height seating for Gulf views
• King bed + sleeper sofa
• Fully stocked kitchen with stainless appliances
• Beach essentials provided
• Free WiFi + Smart TVs
• Free parking + EV charging available
• Located in a peaceful, low-density resort surrounded by nature

🌊 The Experience

Tucked on the far west end of Okaloosa Island, El Matador offers a rare, quiet beach experience surrounded by miles of protected dunes and natural beauty. It’s the perfect place to slow down, spread out, and enjoy the beach without the crowds.

🛏️ Sleeping & Bathroom

• King bed + sleeper sofa
• Full bathroom with tub/shower combo
• Fresh linens, fluffy towels + starter toiletries provided

🍽️ Kitchen & Dining

• Fully equipped kitchen with stainless steel appliances
• Drip + Keurig coffee maker ☕
• Breakfast bar seating
• Dine indoors or enjoy meals on the balcony

🌴 Resort Amenities

• 2 swimming pools (one Gulf-front, one nearby; seasonally heated)
• Direct beach access just a short walk away
• Fitness center
• Tennis, pickleball & basketball courts
• BBQ grills
• Coin laundry just down the hall
• There is a small elevator lift for those who don't want to use stairs

★ OKALOOSA ISLAND ★
• "Sugar Dunes" is ideally located on Okaloosa Island offering a lower density beach vacation. There aren’t any high rises on OKI, so no more fighting for space or sitting in the 5th row! There are so many activities to enjoy, including:
• Okaloosa Island Beach: A pristine stretch of white sand and emerald green water offering parasailing, pontoon & jet-ski rentals, and a fishing pier!
• The Boardwalk with many shops and restaurants, beach volleyball, and a fishing pier + seasonal fireworks shows!
• Wild Willys Adventure Zone - Features go-karts, mini-golf, bumper rides, and more, catering to family fam!
• Destin – Just a short drive away you can spend the day enjoying the Harbor, Destin Commons, and a wide variety of shops, restaurants, golf, and spas!

HOUSE RULES
• Minimum Age: This property requires a minimum of one adult over the age of 25 stay at the property throughout the entire rental term. The primary guest is responsible for all additional guests.
• Pet Free Property - Per the signed Rental Agreement, any violation of the NO PET policy will result in immediate eviction, plus additional cleaning charges. Our building does not allow guest pets and Emotional Support Animals are not required to be allowed by law in vacation rentals.
• All reservations include a mandatory rental agreement to finalize your reservation that must be signed within 48 hours.
• CHECK-IN BEGINS AT 4:00 PM CST and CHECK-OUT IS BY 10:00 AM CST.
• Easy self-check-in is available via the keypad on the front door - a personalized code will be in your arrival instructions at check in time.
• No smoking/vaping/drugs/firearms allowed in our condo or balcony
• Max number of guests includes guests of all ages including infants/children to comply with our vacation rental permit, HOA laws, and local fire code laws. Exceeding the guest count is grounds for immediate eviction with no refund.
• Parking for up to 2 cars in the open lot
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 Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Don't miss out on the many recreational opportunities, including a hot tub, a pickleball court, and a sauna.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

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

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Pickleball
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 480 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out 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

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

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Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Richard B.

Liked: Cleanliness
The stay at El Matador was nice and relaxing. I had no issues with the condo. It was pretty nice as a matter of fact. I am working on transplanting myself from the greater Chicagoland region and am in the process of moving around to see where I would like to stay permanently. Okaloosa Island is a nice quiet place with very nice people if that is what you are looking for. I was here in mid February so I am not sure what happens yet when the "Spring Break" and "Vacation" seasons arrive. I am assuming that people keep the peace around the Ft. Walton Beach area and it doesn't get too crazy. I decided to relocate to the East end of the Island since I do not have a vehicle and the restaurants seem to be located over here. Overall, the Ft. Walton Beach area is a great place to relax and enjoy life if that's what you are looking to do.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2026