At this condo you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Okaloosa Island Beach and Santa Rosa Sound. .Condo features free WiFi, 2 bathrooms and a patio. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A living room, a TV and a coffee/tea maker are also available. .Spend the day at the beach and enjoy the on-site gym, Hot tub and sauna. Added amenities include barbecues.
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 - 10 min drive - 7.7 km
Getting around
Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 25 min drive
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
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
🌊BeachFRONT Complex~Beachside Pool~Tennis~2BR El Matador 513
Top Reasons to Book this Cozy Condo:
* Beachfront Complex with Private Beach Access
* Ground Floor Unit, only 15ft from Heated Pool
* Budget-Friendly and Family Friendly
* Beachside Swimming Pool, Grills, Tennis Courts and Fitness Center
* Just 2 miles to The Boardwalk
* Near the Okaloosa Island Pier and The Gulfarium
* Professionally Managed; 24/7 Service
*This property is NOT AVAILABLE for rent to those under the age of 25. No Exceptions. *
*We LOVE Snowbirds! Low Monthly Winter Rates*
Snowbird Season runs from November thru February, on a monthly basis. To prepare a qualified quote, select your arrival date (must be the 1st day of the month) and the departure date (must be the 1st day of the month). Alternate dates must be pre-approved. All monthly rentals are subject to an additional $150 cleaning fee. Please contact us with your interest and to further assist!
Escape to El Matador 513, a charming ground-floor condo located on the pristine shores of Okaloosa Island. This 2-bedroom, 2-bath retreat is just steps away from the heated pool and tennis courts, offering convenience and relaxation at every turn. The well-equipped kitchen allows you to prepare anything from your morning coffee to a home-cooked meal. Step onto your private patio to enjoy a quiet start to your day while taking in the beautiful surroundings. The condo features a king bed in the master bedroom, two full beds in the guest room, and a queen sleeper sofa in the living room, comfortably accommodating up to 8 guests.
After a day of fun in the sun, gather with loved ones to grill out using the community BBQ area. Begin creating unforgettable memories at El Matador 513—your perfect beach getaway.
El Matador complex is beautifully landscaped on 12 acres featuring lush palm trees and manicured lawn. The resort has access to beachfront soft white sand with natural surf. Many shopping establishments, fine restaurants, and a variety of water sports are available. Amenities include two pools, tennis, pickle ball, basketball courts, a fitness center, whirlpools, saunas, meeting rooms, and more.
The Bed Setup:
Master Bedroom: King Bed
Guest Bedroom: 2 Full Beds
Living Room: Queen Sleeper Sofa
Area Attractions:
Located in Fort Walton within walking distance of several excellent restaurants, convenient to the Fort Walton Beach art museum, Gulf Island National Seashore, Sasquatch Zoo, and numerous shopping opportunities and water sports.
Okaloosa Island has a fruitful fishing pier – a recent guest caught over 20 fish including ladyfish, blue fish, and a small shark!
Welcome to The Boardwalk! We are located directly on The Gulf of Mexico, on the beaches of beautiful Okaloosa Island! The Boardwalk is your one-stop destination for fun, day and night! Relax on the beaches of The Gulf of Mexico while sipping a frozen concoction prepared at our outdoor bar upstairs at The Crab Trap, stroll the boardwalk and visit Islanders Coastal Outfitters for new beach attire, or grab a frozen snack from Pino Gelato. When day turns to night, Al’s Beach Club is our premier club and burger bar. Hungry? We've got that covered as well! Grab some fresh from the Gulf seafood from any of our great beachfront restaurants located directly on The Boardwalk!
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: 1,035 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Check-out
Contactless check-out
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.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.
Property is also known as
5762
Frequently asked questions
Are there any beaches close to 🌊BeachFRONT Complex~Beachside Pool~Tennis~2BR El Matador 513?
Yep, 🌊BeachFRONT Complex~Beachside Pool~Tennis~2BR El Matador 513 is on Fort Walton Beaches. Fun beach activities include jet skiing, scuba diving and kayaking. You can also find motor boats.
Does 🌊BeachFRONT Complex~Beachside Pool~Tennis~2BR El Matador 513 have a pool?
Take your pick from a heated pool, a pool and a communal pool.
What makes 🌊BeachFRONT Complex~Beachside Pool~Tennis~2BR El Matador 513 a romantic place to stay?
1 hot tub and private patios help set the scene for a sizzling getaway at 🌊BeachFRONT Complex~Beachside Pool~Tennis~2BR El Matador 513.
Is there a private hot tub at 🌊BeachFRONT Complex~Beachside Pool~Tennis~2BR El Matador 513?
Yep, there is a hot tub.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at 🌊BeachFRONT Complex~Beachside Pool~Tennis~2BR El Matador 513?
No, 🌊BeachFRONT Complex~Beachside Pool~Tennis~2BR El Matador 513 does not offer an airport shuttle service.
Are pets allowed at 🌊BeachFRONT Complex~Beachside Pool~Tennis~2BR El Matador 513?
No, pets are not allowed.
Reviews
🌊BeachFRONT Complex~Beachside Pool~Tennis~2BR El Matador 513 Reviews
8.4
Very good
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
9.4/10
Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 8 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 8 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 8 reviews
6 - Okay
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 8 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 8 reviews
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Marilyn B.
8 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice. If there were a chair in bedroom that would be great. The bed is so high i am so short and cant sit in bedroom to dress :)
Marilyn B.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
2/10 Terrible
brenda a.
5 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Totally misrepresented pics show beach all we could see was the houses next door and tennis courts we left early
brenda a.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
8/10 Good
Melanie B.
13 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
We enjoyed our stay. My only complaint was that the master bedroom TV would not change from the music channel. Something didn't work properly either the remote or the TV, and we weren't aware. I also didnt realize we didn't have a washer and dryer in the condo and we had to pay to wash clothes at the community washer/dryer area. A little inconvenient but nothing major. Regardless, our stay was enjoyable.
Melanie B.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
M M.
9 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
The property was fantastic for our stay. The location of the unit was great for easy access to the pool, tennis courts and a short walk to the beach. Unit was quiet.
M M.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Fernanda C.
30 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
The place is great. It has everything it says it will have. They probably could have some cooking products (like salt and pepper, pam spray, etc) and coffee filters… but they still get a 5 star bc they were upfront about it, and are super quick to answer questions, easy to work with, and the unit is perfect!!!
Fernanda C.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Ossiea L.
29 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice and clean
Ossiea L.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Christine R.
16 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Spring Break Vacation
We had an amazing time at El Matador! The condo is right next to the basketball court and the pool so our kids loved that! The management company was very helpful and communication was awesome, our toaster broke and within a couple of hours they had a replacement. We booked our stay for next year’s spring break already!
Christine R.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
6/10 Okay
Annette C.
2 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Amenities not as listed
We were not granted access to advertised hot tub and sauna. There were no pool keys left for us. After many days and many messages back and forth and trips to security and interrupted vacation time I was told the last 2 days a work around for obtaining a key. It was time consuming and frustrating. WiFi was wrong and had to call for updated info there. Other than that the property was nice and clean and beautiful beach.