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Tranquil & Pristine at El Matador Resort!
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9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms 1+ bathroom Sleeps 5 102.2 sq m
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Fort Walton Beach, FL
- Place, Okaloosa Island Beach8 min walk
- Place, Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island6 min drive
- Place, Okaloosa Island Pier6 min drive
- Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)24 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 1
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Dining area
About this property
Tranquil & Pristine at El Matador Resort!
Our unit is just steps away from the sand with no streets to cross. Two elevators are available and there is a washer and dryer on each floor of the building. A charcoal grill is also provided at each of the five buildings and there are two swimming pools. The one next to the fitness center is heated.
Our condo unit is unique with its direct views of both the Gulf of Mexico and the Santa Rosa Sound from this top sixth-floor unit! As you enter our condo, you will be awestruck with the beauty of the Gulf waters through the sliding glass doors to the terrace in front of you. The kitchen window looks out to boats floating on the Sound. All windows in the condo provide stunning water views!
The condo is located in a very spacious resort. El Matador is a
gated community with 24-hour security. The guards are visible and located directly across from our building. The resort sits on 13 acres of land at the end of a row of condos and adjacent to 17-miles of uninhabited beach. There are two swimming pools on the property with one on the Gulf of America; two hot tubs and a fitness center are in the clubhouse and overlook the outdoor pool.
Sheets, towels, blankets are provided. In addition, a fully stocked kitchen of pots, pans, utensils, mixing bowels and more are there. Beach chairs and an umbrella is stored in the balcony closet. A starter roll of paper towels, dish detergent and toilet paper will be in the condo. Beyond that, it is the responsibility of the guests to pick up food and extra needs.
We welcome you to enjoy our second home and our newly remodeled bathrooms! There are two bedrooms. The master bedroom has a king-sized bed with a new 2025 mattress and box springs set andthe second bedroom has two twin beds set up as a king. There is an air mattress and foldable thick memory foam mattress available for extra sleep space! We know you will enjoy the ever changing and newly-decorated decor and furnishings and countless amenities provided for your vacation stay.
The condo is decorated with a coastal theme and furnishings and countless amenities are provided for your vacation stay including beach chairs, umbrella and sand toys in our balcony closet. Our guests have become regulars and relish the condo views, amenities and location of this beachfront resort!
There is complimentary wifi and more. I am available if you have questions and there is a guest book with ideas, suggestions and helpful tips on the counter.
Our condo unit is unique with its direct views of both the Gulf of Mexico and the Santa Rosa Sound from this top sixth-floor unit! As you enter our condo, you will be awestruck with the beauty of the Gulf waters through the sliding glass doors to the terrace in front of you. The kitchen window looks out to boats floating on the Sound. All windows in the condo provide stunning water views!
The condo is located in a very spacious resort. El Matador is a
gated community with 24-hour security. The guards are visible and located directly across from our building. The resort sits on 13 acres of land at the end of a row of condos and adjacent to 17-miles of uninhabited beach. There are two swimming pools on the property with one on the Gulf of America; two hot tubs and a fitness center are in the clubhouse and overlook the outdoor pool.
Sheets, towels, blankets are provided. In addition, a fully stocked kitchen of pots, pans, utensils, mixing bowels and more are there. Beach chairs and an umbrella is stored in the balcony closet. A starter roll of paper towels, dish detergent and toilet paper will be in the condo. Beyond that, it is the responsibility of the guests to pick up food and extra needs.
We welcome you to enjoy our second home and our newly remodeled bathrooms! There are two bedrooms. The master bedroom has a king-sized bed with a new 2025 mattress and box springs set andthe second bedroom has two twin beds set up as a king. There is an air mattress and foldable thick memory foam mattress available for extra sleep space! We know you will enjoy the ever changing and newly-decorated decor and furnishings and countless amenities provided for your vacation stay.
The condo is decorated with a coastal theme and furnishings and countless amenities are provided for your vacation stay including beach chairs, umbrella and sand toys in our balcony closet. Our guests have become regulars and relish the condo views, amenities and location of this beachfront resort!
There is complimentary wifi and more. I am available if you have questions and there is a guest book with ideas, suggestions and helpful tips on the counter.
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets 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
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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 Fort Walton Beach, this condo is near theme parks and on the beach. Shoppers can check out HarborWalk Village, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Okaloosa Island Beach and Destin Beaches. Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and Emerald Coast Science Center are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.

Fort Walton Beach, FL
What's nearby
- Okaloosa Island Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
- Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center - 5 min drive - 4.2 km
- Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island - 6 min drive - 4.5 km
- Okaloosa Island Pier - 6 min drive - 4.5 km
- Emerald Coast Science Center - 11 min drive - 7.7 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Lost Pizza Co. Ft Walton - 10 min drive
- Stewby’s Seafood Shanty - 10 min drive
- Whataburger - 8 min drive
- The Shack - 8 min drive
- Slim Chickens - 8 min drive
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About the host
Your host

Shane & Lynn Gunning
5-Star Rated on Leading Vacation Rental Platforms & Super Host Status with other major Competing Rental Site. More reviews collected there.
5-Star Rated on Leading Vacation Rental Platforms & Super Host Status with other major Competing Rental Site. More reviews collected there.
Why they chose this property
After visiting all corners of our favorite state, we discovered The Emerald Coast. The white snow-like sand that never gets hot and always squeaks when you turquoise-colored crystal clear calm friendly southern specifically, the uncrowded location on Okaloosa Island--we fell in love with it all!
What makes this property unique
We considered many properties in and around Fort Walton Beach and Destin, Florida. What sold us on El Matador resort is the acreage and quietness. The view of the 17 miles of undeveloped beach adjacent to this resort is pure peace! In addition, our resort is a permanent home to one third of the residents which fosters pride in its upkeep!
Note: Sheets, towels, blankets are provided. In addition, a fully stocked kitchen of pots, pans, utensils, mixing bowels and more are there. Beach chairs and an umbrella is stored in the balcony closet for the use of the guests. A starter roll of paper towels and toilet paper will be in the condo. Beyond that, it is the responsibility of the guests to pick up food and extra needs.
Note: Sheets, towels, blankets are provided. In addition, a fully stocked kitchen of pots, pans, utensils, mixing bowels and more are there. Beach chairs and an umbrella is stored in the balcony closet for the use of the guests. A starter roll of paper towels and toilet paper will be in the condo. Beyond that, it is the responsibility of the guests to pick up food and extra needs.
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