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El Matador 245 by Alicia Hollis Rentals FREE ADVENTURES! $300/Day

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Living area
Private kitchen
Living area
Interior

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue

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

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Other Space 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

El Matador 245 by Alicia Hollis Rentals FREE ADVENTURES! $300/Day

FREE BEACH SERVICE INCLUDED!

Enjoy Free Activities with your stay — a $300+ per day value! As our way of saying thank you, you’ll receive complimentary daily admissions to some of the area’s most popular attractions. (Valid for short-term rentals only. Not available for per diem or guest-of-owner stays.)

Each day, you will receive a ticket to each of the following:

- Shalimar Golf Course
- Big Kahuna’s Water Park
- Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park
- Wild Willy’s Grand Prix
- Sea Blaster (Dolphin Cruise (Beach or Sunset))
- Sea Blaster (Snorkeling Trip)
- Cruisin’ Tiki’s (Evening Sunset Cruise)

This recently remodeled and freshly painted 1-bedroom condo offers a clean, modern, and comfortable space for your beach getaway. The unit features numerous upgrades, including a new stove/oven, dishwasher, kitchen sink, and faucet, along with brand-new furniture in the living room, bedroom, and dining area. Additional updates include a new vanity and toilet, updated balcony furniture, new wood flooring in the primary bedroom, and new ceiling fans in both the living room and bedroom. A brand-new sleeper sofa provides extra comfort and sleeping space.

Looking for paradise? You’ve found it at El Matador! One of the most sought-after resorts on the Emerald Coast, this gated community offers a peaceful setting nestled between sugar-white sand dunes and the emerald waters of the Gulf of Mexico. Located at the end of Okaloosa Island, El Matador provides a secluded atmosphere while still being just minutes from the shopping, dining, and entertainment of Fort Walton Beach and Destin. A short drive takes you to Destin, known as “The World’s Luckiest Fishing Village,” where you can enjoy fishing charters, waterfront dining, golf, and family attractions like Big Kahuna’s Water Park.

Back at the resort, enjoy a variety of amenities, including:
- Two swimming pools
- His-and-her whirlpools and saunas
- Tennis courts and fitness center
- Expansive green spaces for family fun and relaxation

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Fort Walton Beach

Located near the beach, this condo is in Okaloosa Island, a neighbourhood in Fort Walton Beach. Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Fort Walton Beaches and Okaloosa Island Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Preston Hood Athletic Complex or Fort Walton Beach Tennis Center.
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Fort Walton Beach, 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
  • Okaloosa Island Pier - 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
  • ‪Ocean Buffet - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Slim Chickens - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does El Matador 245 by Alicia Hollis Rentals FREE ADVENTURES! $300/Day have a pool?

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

Is El Matador 245 by Alicia Hollis Rentals FREE ADVENTURES! $300/Day pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at El Matador 245 by Alicia Hollis Rentals FREE ADVENTURES! $300/Day?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at El Matador 245 by Alicia Hollis Rentals FREE ADVENTURES! $300/Day?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is El Matador 245 by Alicia Hollis Rentals FREE ADVENTURES! $300/Day 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. Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center and Ross Marler Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

7.0

Good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

7.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

6/10 Okay

Tab E.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location
Disliked: Check-in
Location was great, but the condo had the bare minimum.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Archival

6/10 Okay

Danny T.

Good Trip

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The trip was good and room was clean and neat. The view was alittle disappointing and the sliding glass door off the bedroom hardly didnt open and the one off the living was very difficult to open. The plugs on the headboard wall were shot and did not work.
Verified

8/10 Good

Darlene C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The closet doors stuck open. And one wouldn’t open
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Archival

4/10 Poor

Frank S.

245 El Matador

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Overall it was a good vacation stay.
Archival

6/10 Okay

Dan T.

Good Trip

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The trip was good and room was clean and neat. The view was alittle disappointing and the sliding glass door off the bedroom hardly didnt open and the one off the living was very difficult to open. The plugs on the headboard wall were shot and did not work.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2015
Response from VrboOwner on 6 April 2021
Thanks for taking the time to answer your review, and we appreciate you letting us know with the issues as we went ahead and notified the owner and those problems were taken cared off. Whenever you come to this area again, please feel free to call our office with a problem in the condo and it will be taken cared off right away, so your vacation will be comfortable. This property is the most popular one on Okaloosa Island with lots of amenities for everyone's joy. We will be looking forward to seeing you again.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

judy b.

Great Vacation Place

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: It was awesome. so close to the beaches, place was quiet and clean.
Response from VrboOwner on 6 April 2021
thank you so much for letting us know that you enjoyed your stay at the el matador unit 245, and we are so glad that you enjoyed the beaches, and hope to see you again. Pleasure doing business with you.
Archival

6/10 Okay

Complex great , condo and realtor not so great

Rating Details: The property manager was somewhat unhelpful. The vacation rental was very dirty. I was more than happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The complex was great and I would stay at El Matador again but in a different unit. 245 needs some major updates and housekeeping was horrible. The floor was gross the rugs around the room was dark with dirt. The entry door was in bad shape , patio doors don't lock and screens were off track. The sofa bed will only accommodate a small child there were no linens for sofa bed. The appliances were straight from the 70's. All that being sad complex was clean, great location , beautiful sugar sand beach everything is a short drive away Quiet end of the beach definitely would return.
Archival

8/10 Good

Jeffrey S.

El Matador #245

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: There was no hot water and the living room TV remote didn't work. Otherwise it was good.
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6/10 Okay

vaca

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: I was not happy at all with this unit. The bathroom has not been updated since the 80's, the ice maker did not work, HOWEVER, Alicia J. Hollis brought us 2 bags of ice, and the mattress pad and therefor the sheet would not stay on the bed. Alicia & associates were great as always and I will use them again but NOT this unit.
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10/10 Excellent

Florida Vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great experience, from making reservations to check-out. Condo was clean and equipped with everything we needed. Our view was nice, pool was clean. Definitely would like to go back!!
Archival

6/10 Okay

Overall pretty good - areas for improvement & some good things

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Areas for improvement: The front door handle is dangerous - virtually no way to unlock the door without scraping your knuckles on the door jam - or worse. Patio furniture bulky and tired, unpleasant to use. Living room furniture upholstery needed cleaning. Floors needed sweep/mop when we arrived. Paper towel rack on kitchen pantry door was broken. Some of the glasses were cracked. The shower handle came off when you turned on the water. A refrigerator door drawer was loose and had to be taken out for the week - otherwise it would've broken off when you opened the door. Would have been nice to have the hot tubs working while we were there. Good Things: Heated pool and oceanside pool immaculate - beautiful condition. Workout room (w/tv) and adjoining restrooms very clean and recently remodeled. Layout of the condo was good, comfortable. Nice location in the complex. View of ocean from every room (except bathroom). Staff all very pleasant, helpful and professional. Neighbors totally cool. Great location for privacy and for shopping, stores, restaurants and beach access. Good supply of towels, bed/sheets clean, "starter" paper products and garbage bags available. Internet access good (bring your own ethernet cable). TVs and cable worked well. Supply of reading material available. Suggestion: There is an Okaloosa Island Visitors Center less than a mile east with free tourism materials - why not pick some up and have them available in the condo? Provide a map of the area i.e. nearest grocery store, etc.

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