Unwind in the top-rated pool, your perfect spot for relaxation.
Steps from the shore
Top-rated for its nearby beach, ideal for sunbathing and swimming.
Discover nearby landmarks
Walk to Fort Walton Beaches
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
On beach
Heated pool
Spa pool on site
Onsite parking available
Kitchen
Air-conditioning
Explore the area
Ft. Walton, FL
Fort Walton Beaches
Place, Fort Walton Beaches
1 min walk
Santa Rosa Sound
Place, Santa Rosa Sound
5 min walk
Okaloosa Island Beach
Place, Okaloosa Island Beach
9 min walk
Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
22 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Guest Bedroom
2 Double Beds
Living Room
1 Double Sofa Bed
Master Bedroom
1 King Bed
2 bathrooms
Guest Bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Master Bathroom
Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
About this property
Snowbird Deals Jan Feb! 🌊BeachFRONT Complex~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!
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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 on the beach, this condo is in Okaloosa Island, a neighbourhood in Fort Walton Beach. 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 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. Jet skiing, kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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
Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center - 4 min drive - 4.5 km
Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park - 5 min drive - 4.9 km
Getting around
Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 25 min drive
Restaurants
Ocean Buffet - 10 min drive
Whataburger - 8 min drive
Stewby’s Seafood Shanty - 10 min drive
The Beachview - 7 min walk
Olive Garden - 9 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Snowbird Deals Jan Feb! 🌊BeachFRONT Complex~Pool~Tennis~2BR El Matador 513 have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at Beachfront complex with pool, tennis?
As of 10 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beachfront complex with pool, tennis on 20 December 2026 start from NZ$424, 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 513 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 513?
On-site parking is available at the property.
Where is Snowbird Deals Jan Feb! 🌊BeachFRONT Complex~Pool~Tennis~2BR El Matador 513 located?
Nestled on the beach, this Okaloosa Island condo building is within a 10-minute walk of Santa Rosa Sound, Fort Walton Beaches and Okaloosa Island Beach. Wayside Park and Ross Marler Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
8.0
Very good
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Not technically “beachfront” as it’s a short walk across the resort but even so, we loved it and enjoyed our stay. The resort was out enough from the busy part of town but not too far of a drive. Loved that we had 2 pool options and the beach. Clean and plenty of towels, etc available.
Elicia T.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 November 2025
Thank you for your review! We’re glad you enjoyed the stay, pools, and beach access. We’d love to welcome you back anytime!
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
Response from VrboOwner on 24 August 2025
Thank you for your 5-star review. We're glad that you enjoyed your stay. We look forward to welcoming you back to RealJoy Vacations in the future!
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
Response from VrboOwner on 2 May 2025
Christine, thank you for your review! It's great to hear that your family had an amazing time at El Matador. We're glad our team was able to assist you promptly with the toaster issue. Thank you for choosing RealJoy, and we look forward to welcoming you back for next year's spring break!
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
Response from VrboOwner on 14 August 2025
Thank you so much for the kind review! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed your stay and that the unit met your expectations. We appreciate your feedback about the kitchen essentials. it's something we'll keep in mind as we look for ways to improve. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we’d love to welcome you back anytime!
Verified
2/10 Terrible
brenda a.
5 September 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy
Totally misrepresented pics show beach all we could see was the houses next door and tennis courts we left early
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.
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.
Could not get the door to unlock to go in or out. Handicap mom got locked in and had to go out back door and walk around to the pool and beach leaving the back door unlocked. Floors were dirty. Mold was on the tile around the toilet in master and on the shower curtain in other bathroom. For the price compared to other VRBO where I have stayed this experience has made me rethink VRBO.
Jeremy E.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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