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Snowbird Deals Jan Feb!BeachFRONT Complex-Pool-Tennis-2BR El Matador 210

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El Matador- Beachside Haven 210
Beautiful views
Lovely Okaloosa Island Beach
El Matador pool
Tennis courts

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6103.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Swimming pool
  • Spa pool on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Ft. Walton, 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

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Guest Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Living Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Guest Bathroom

Shower only

Master Bathroom

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Snowbird Deals Jan Feb!BeachFRONT Complex-Pool-Tennis-2BR El Matador 210

Top Reasons to Book this Cozy Condo:

* Beach Front Complex

* Budget-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

The El Matador complex is situated on the beach on gorgeous Okaloosa Island! This spacious 2BR/2BA condo offers a king in the master, queen bed in the guest room, and a queen sleeper sofa in the living room, sleeping up to 6 guests comfortably. Put your feet up and relax with a good movie after a long day at the beach in the beautiful living room. If you're looking for a fantastic place to unwind, this is it at Beachside Haven 210.

*This property is NOT AVAILABLE for rent to those under the age of 25. No Exceptions.*

*****CONSTRUCTION*****
***Please be aware that Building 2 of El Matador complex will be undergoing a project that includes painting, walkway coating and stucco restoration beginning in mid-April. Occupants will experience dust, debris and noise during business hours and see construction activity in the various areas of the buildings. We await the schedule of the project but know that exact dates may changes due to weather and other factors.***

*We LOVE Snowbirds! Low Monthly Winter Rates*
Snowbird Season runs 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!"

El Matador complex is beautifully landscaped on 12acres featuring lush palm trees and manicured lawn. The resort has access to beachfront soft white sand with natures surf. Many shopping establishments, fine restaurants and a variety of water sports are available. Amenities includes two pools, tennis, pickle ball, basketball courts, a fitness center, whirlpools, saunas, meeting rooms and more.

Bed Set-Up:

Master Bedroom: King Bed
Guest Bedroom: Queen Bed
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 lady fish, 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!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

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

About the area

Fort Walton Beach

Located in Okaloosa Island, a neighbourhood 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 Fort Walton Beaches and Okaloosa Island Beach. 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 and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and ecotours.
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Ft. Walton, FL

What's nearby

  • Fort Walton Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Santa Rosa Sound - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Okaloosa Island Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island - 5 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park - 5 min drive - 4.5 km

Getting around

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Snowbird Deals Jan Feb!BeachFRONT Complex-Pool-Tennis-2BR El Matador 210 have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Snowbird Deals Jan Feb!BeachFRONT Complex-Pool-Tennis-2BR El Matador 210?

As of 3 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Snowbird Deals Jan Feb!BeachFRONT Complex-Pool-Tennis-2BR El Matador 210 on 7 December 2026 start from NZ$396, 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 Snowbird Deals Jan Feb!BeachFRONT Complex-Pool-Tennis-2BR El Matador 210 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Snowbird Deals Jan Feb!BeachFRONT Complex-Pool-Tennis-2BR El Matador 210?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Snowbird Deals Jan Feb!BeachFRONT Complex-Pool-Tennis-2BR El Matador 210?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Snowbird Deals Jan Feb!BeachFRONT Complex-Pool-Tennis-2BR El Matador 210?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Snowbird Deals Jan Feb!BeachFRONT Complex-Pool-Tennis-2BR El Matador 210 located?

Located in Okaloosa Island, this condo building is within a 10-minute walk of Santa Rosa Sound, Fort Walton Beaches and Okaloosa Island Beach. Ross Marler Park and Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

8.8/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

8.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The room is exactly as described, the pictures are almost identical to what we saw. When we had air conditioning issues, they were extremely responsive and even followed up days later to make sure the situation was resolved.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patsy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice location on island, close to beach, and pool near condo.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

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

Excellent Place

One of the best places to stay at in Destin. All the amenities, right on the beach!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great!

Nice place and great area!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rocky C.

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

El Matador stay

Great place for the money. No issues. Good security
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy N.

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

Good place

The place is great the location is perfect, very clean everything, the distance from the beach with the perfect apartment, a small detail have to repair the light of a room that does not work with the control.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Dave and Debi W.

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

Visiting old friends

The trip was good because we saw our friends. Condo was nice enough and very clean however the beds are really not good. In fact, none of the furnishings were comfortable. Too bad because the location was perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Susan E.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Could be a nice place, pretty beach

No internet with kids, floors needed mopping badly, nasty worn out rug in living room, stools was not as shown so the little short stools didn't work out at the bar
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Noralee G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy

No ocean/beach view

The bed in the guest bedroom felt like you were sleeping on box springs, very uncomfortable. The living room furniture is also very uncomfortable and the dining room chairs are uneven and have loose legs. As far as location, close to the trash disposal and laundry. Does NOT have beach or ocean view and the pools are on the average size, nothing like what the pictures lead you to believe. Condo is in close to walking distance to both pools and the beach. The womens hot tub was broke down our entire stay.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Craig G.

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

Spring Break Time

The unit served its purpose but the weather did not cooperate for the week. Toilet in master bath seemed to struggle to flush. A few plunges did the trick. Very happy with the overall experience.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Sherry B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication

Beach

We loved the ground floor and access to the laundry alt house love laundry in room so much better. We had a sewage smell in one of the bathrooms from the time we arrived. I addressed it with no reply. The bath in the other bathroom did not drain well at all. Standing in dirty water is not fun!!! We were not aware where our condo really was located, like in which building, and I addressed that at well with no reply. Not a great condo with support but we had great weather and enjoyed our stay!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carl B.

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

So wish it was my forever

always wanted to stay at El Matador. We needed easy access for wheelchair and this place on first floor was perfect. I have stayed in fancy places and this was simplier but with added frills like the mattresses were the top of the line. complete with bed bug protector, yep I checked. towels and bedding were immaculate. It was quiet except for the neighbor's wind chimes that I heard at night only and now I want one. This unit had the most convenient location for use. lawn was manicured. parking easy. The host was perfect and quickly responded and checked. sure, I could nit pick some stuff. But no way would I. I love the retro vibe of the structure and location location location. Wish it was my forever home. thanks
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Judith S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Ok

Our stay was ok. The place could use a little more updating, cleaning, and sprucing up. For example, bath tub finish was worn off and was stained with (blue spots) in addition to places where it looked dirty. Place could us a fresh coat of paint. - not just on the walls but on the trim that was dirty and nicked up. Sofa was stained. Place could use a few more niceties……like coffee filters or a reusable coffee filter, salt & pepper. Instructions for Wi-Fi and TV ( I didn’t think to go into kitchen and look on refrig). Dishwasher was not anchored to the cabinets and did not work. Bedspread in master was super thin and plain (looked like an oversized bed pad w/o sides. Not enough curtain panels to cover the sliding door. Blinds that only go up part way. The place just needed a little more attention to detail and niceties. BTW, we never could get the place as bright and sunny looking as photos.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cory W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

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