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Paradise found - close to everything and endless beautiful beach access

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A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a tall water feature.
A hotel with a white exterior, multiple balconies, and a grassy courtyard with palm trees.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a coffee maker, and a wicker chair. There is a small table with a lamp and a striped sofa.
A living room with a striped sofa, a glass coffee table, a television, and a plant.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a stove, a microwave, and a coffee maker.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Okaloosa Island Beach
1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Heated pool
  • Spa pool on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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FT Walton beach, FL
  • Place, Okaloosa Island Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Fort Walton Beaches
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Rosa Sound
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Paradise found - close to everything and endless beautiful beach access

Beautifully decorated in a beachy decor. wall added for privacy to separate living room from the bedroom. Ground floor unit only steps from the pool (heated in the winter) Comfortable and cozy. Aproximately 13 miles of beautiful undeveloped beach next to the complex. We are the last condos on Santa Rosa Blvd. Security gate entrance, 2 pools, tennis courts, hot tub and workout room (all located a few steps from the the unit) Snow birds have plenty to keep them busy with Monday night at the movies, weekly bridge, bingo, and aerobics three times a week. The complex also has a banquet room for your special event. Located only two mile from the conference center and the Gulfarium. Beautifully styled with a Spanish look. Large grounds with plenty on palm trees for your evening walk.

Keywords: Studio Condo

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 34896vb
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
On-site 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Fort Walton Beach

Located in Okaloosa Island, a neighbourhood in Fort Walton Beach, this condo is near a water park. HarborWalk Village and Destin Commons are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Okaloosa Island Beach and Fort Walton Beaches. Ready for a night out? Consider Azul Mexican Fusion and AJ’s Seafood & Oyster Bar. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking/biking trails.
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FT Walton beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Okaloosa Island Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Fort Walton Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Santa Rosa Sound - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center - 4 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park - 4 min drive - 4.2 km

Getting around

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ocean Buffet - ‬9 min drive
  • Sura Korean Steakhouse
  • ‪The Beachview - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Olive Garden - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Gi Jade - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Paradise found - close to everything and endless beautiful beach access have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

How much does it cost to stay at Paradise found - close to everything and endless beautiful beach access?

As of 13 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Paradise found - close to everything and endless beautiful beach access on 16 June 2027 start from AU$928, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Paradise found - close to everything and endless beautiful beach access pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Paradise found - close to everything and endless beautiful beach access?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Paradise found - close to everything and endless beautiful beach access?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Paradise found - close to everything and endless beautiful beach access?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Paradise found - close to everything and endless beautiful beach access located?

Located in Okaloosa Island, this condo building is steps away from Okaloosa Island Beach and Fort Walton Beaches. Santa Rosa Sound and Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 63 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 63 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 63 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 63 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 63 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

deliah C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was one of the best places I have ever stayed, besides the beds. Bring something more comfy. It is bottom floor. Right by the pool. The beach area isn't crowded and the short walk to it is nice! 100% going to try to come back for our next beach trip!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cherie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place, very clean

I definitely would stay there again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great stay. Everything we needed and location was perfect. Would love to stay here again in the future. Excellent value.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brandon B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Everything you can need!

Loved my stay! Had everything I needed and was very clean and close to everything!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hope N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect small getaway

Love the location, perfect for our family of four. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cindy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Was great

Small, but great little spot. Complex is very nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 30 July 2022
Glad you liked it. I just spent a lot of money updating it to make my guests more comfortable. Thank you for your review.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Condo was small, but perfect for us!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girl trip

We had an amazing time the property was beautiful and clean. And she kindly came a d let us in when we got locked out
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

kim

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very nice complex..unit is older but updated very nicely!! Couldnt ask for more!! We will definitely be back!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jennifer H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good budget friendly option

The place was just as pictured/described. Pool was nice and short walk to the beach. The bed was not comfortable and the air conditioner was loud but everything else was fine, still good for the price! I would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 June 2022
No one has complained about the bed before. We just put a new bed and new furniture in the bedroom and completely updated the condo. Also, no one has complained about the A/C. I rented so much cheaper than any of the other rentals in the complex because gas prices and so high that I did not want to discourage people from getting taking a. vacation this year.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Manfred E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good Experience

Condo is perfect for 2 people. It was clean, short distance to the pool and beach. We would be glad to come to this condo again in the future.
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 26 June 2022
Glad you enjoyed your vacation and I would be very happy to have you as my guest again. Thank you
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Misty R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and great service

Had extras to play tennis and items to enjoy beach. Great check in and communication. Thank you for chairs and boards to take to beach
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Aug 2022
Glad you had a good time and thanks for the good review. Hope you will return for a vacation in the future .
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gregg C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Adult vacation

The condo was better than the pictures described. Property owner was east to communicate with and responded to my questions promptly. Property was very nice and kept up with. Easy access to the beach and short drive to anything we wanted to do. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug 2022
The condo was recently renovated, and it has been so busy that we have not been able to get in to take pictures. New ones will not be out until end of Aug. Glad you enjoyed your vacation and hope you will return. Jan
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Melinda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The unit is small, but comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Richard S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Better than expected

I can't wait to come back and say again! My favorite hands down.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Aug 2022
Thank you and glad you had a good time and want to come back. I love hearing that from my guests. I know I am doing something right when people want to come back..
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great little place

We enjoyed our stay. The condo was very clean and all appliances worked. The resort itself is older but it is very well kept. The pools were very clean and the water was perfect. The owner is very responsive to question. The Beach is about 300 yards away from the condo and beautiful. Only thing that could be changed is the bed its a full size and really needs updated to a queen. The Price for our stay was very fair for the region. Would definitely recommend the condo for couples.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Lisa W.

Condo had everything we needed

We were set right down to beach chairs and tennis rackets, convenient location and all the details we needed for a worry free stay. The gate keepers @ Em Matador were very friendly and the neighbors was quite nice as well. It wasn’t 5 stars but neither was the rental cost, for the price you just couldn’t beat it.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nicole H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice & cozy

Place was in a great location, close to the beach and next to the pool. Condo was clean and the bed was comfy. Shower could definitely use some more water pressure though. It also didn’t seem to have much of a hot water reserve either. Definitely would come back for another stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 16 July 2022
Glad you liked the place and would return. I can do nothing about water pressure in the condo. I have no control over that, only the unit itself. It is a studio and the hot water heater is small but you always go over to the sauna area and there are really nice showers there. Info in case you return.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sydney

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Super nice resort and private. Condo was small for the four of us but we made it work! Pull out couch was a bit uncomfortable but we bought a topper and left it for future travelers! All in all we had a great time. Pool right outside the door and 4 minute walk to the beach. We will be back
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eric N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Eight in the beach

The property is on the first floor right by the pool and beach. Most of the furniture has been updated which the pictures don’t show. Checkin is easy and property owner was a pleasure to work with. No issues just a great time overall.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 June 2022
Glad you had a wonderful time and thank you for the review. The condo was updated in Apr and it has been so busy that we have not been able to get in to update pictures.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tonya W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous condo!

First time being in a condo in Florida and it did not disappoint! The complex was safe and easy access to the beach. The condo itself was awesome with everything we needed (linens, towels, movies, beach gear). Check in was a breeze!! The only thing I would recommend would be a map/layout sheet of the complex in the condo. Other than that? The owners were great, all was clean, and we will definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Sept 2022
Thank you for your wonderful review. You can go online and get an overview of the complex. I am not able to get a hard copy of the complex but it is small and very easy to get around. I would be very happy to have you stay again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place for a getaway!!

The liating was very accurate. The beach is a short walk across the parking lot. We also loaded up our stuff and parked closer to the beach to shorten our walk. We have a beach cart and it was easier to use the ramp then the ataira. LOL. The place was cute and clean. We had everything we needed and there were several restaurants close by to choose from when we did want to eat out. Thank you for everything!! I've already recommended this place to someone else.
First nights sunset.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Desiree M.

Just what I needed!

Jan's condo was just what I needed. The condo was safe and secure. I had all the supplies to cook. The condo was clean and comfy. Jan was very easy to work with. There were chairs and beach toys available for use. I loved my stay here and I am looking forward to staying again. It is not the Ritz but the price wasn't either. Thanks Jan!
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
Thank you for your nice comments. They mean a lot to us. Hopefully you will visit again in the future
Verified review

8/10 Good

Alex H.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

The overview

Good room for a good price! Little miscommunication on check in procedure but was settled before check in time. Had one huge cockroach in bathroom but no other problems flushed it down toilet hood to go! Definitely worth the price overall and location is within a few minute walk of the beach not to far from Destin either I would recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug 2022
I had sent you all the info about check in long before you arrived. You failed to read my correspondence and did not know the procedures. I try to make sure folks are in the know long before they arrive. Glad you had a good time and bugs are a problem with everyone. The condo is sprayed regularly but one sometimes sneaks in.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brenda D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for a couple but suitable for a family

El Matador is heaven on earth. I stay here every 4th of July!!!! This is my 2nd year at Patricia and Jan's condo and I'm as happy this year as I was last year. She has done was upgrades at the condo and it looks great. Step out the back door to a LARGE pool, tennis courts, and grills, or out the front door to the sauna and hot tub. Beach chair service is available to purchased. We rent a boat every year and go up the Chotawatchee bay past The El Matador to several little private islands. It truly is heaven on Earth. I'm ready to book next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

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