8/10 Good
Brenda B.
Aug 8, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Quite with relaxing view of the Sound
Brenda B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Entire condo
El Matador #523 | by Salt Water Vacations
Beachfront condo near Okaloosa Island Beach
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Reviews
9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire condo
2 bedrooms2 bathrooms106 sq m
Popular amenities
- Parking available
- Air conditioning
- Dryer
- Washer
- Pool
- Gym
Explore the area
Fort Walton Beach, FL
- Okaloosa Island BeachPlace, Okaloosa Island Beach8 min walk
- Boardwalk on Okaloosa IslandPlace, Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island6 min drive
- Okaloosa Island PierPlace, Okaloosa Island Pier6 min drive
- Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)25 min drive
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About the area
Fort Walton Beach
On the beach.Within a 10-minute walk of this Okaloosa Island condo, you'll find Okaloosa Island Beach and Santa Rosa Sound. Also, Fort Walton Beaches is within half a mile (1 km) and Ross Marler Park is within 3 miles (5 km).
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 - 10 min drive - 7.7 km
Getting around
- Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) - 25 min drive
Restaurants
- Stewby’s Seafood Shanty - 10 min drive
- Whataburger - 8 min drive
- Lost Pizza Co. Ft Walton - 10 min drive
- Slim Chickens - 8 min drive
- The Shack - 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.
El Matador #523 | by Salt Water Vacations
Gated Okaloosa Island Beachfront complex with 24 Hour Security, El Matador 523 offers you two pools (one heated seasonally), tennis courts, an indoor whirlpool and sauna, shuffleboard, library, and an exercise room. Nestled next to a protected preserve, this peaceful retreat will keep you coming back. Daily Activities Included Every Day at some of the most popular attractions Okaloosa Island has to offer - daily value of up to $580!
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Property amenities
Beach
- On the beach
Pool/Spa
- Communal pool
- Heated pool
- Hot tub
Internet
- Available in the condo: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
- Car recommended
- Parking on site
Kitchen
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Stovetop
- Toaster
Dining
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- 2 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 2 bathrooms
- Hair dryer
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Dining table
- Living room
Entertainment
- TV
Outdoor areas
- Balcony
- Barbecue grill
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Pets
- No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
- Elevator
- Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
- Housekeeping (limited availability)
- Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
- Near a health/beauty spa
- Near a hospital
- Near a zoo
- Near an outlet shopping mall
- Near the marina
- Near the ocean
Things to do
- Gym
- Heated pool
- Tennis
- Water park
- Birdwatching nearby
- Ecotours nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Jet skiing nearby
- Motor boating nearby
- Parasailing nearby
- Sailing nearby
- Snorkeling nearby
- Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Theme park nearby
- Water tubing nearby
- Wildlife walks nearby
- Windsurfing nearby
- Winery tours nearby
Safety features
- Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
- Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
- Unit size: 1,143 square feet
Policies
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
Onsite 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
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.
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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
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Reviews
El Matador #523 | by Salt Water Vacations Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 3 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 3 reviews
8 - Good
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
6 - Okay
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Derrick K.
Jul 30, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Family getaway
The rooms were updated and very clean. They left a wagon and 2 chairs that were very helpful. Plenty of towels were available. We would stay here again.
Derrick K.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kathleen J C.
Jul 14, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent room and the Master King bed amazingly comfortable. Plenty of room for our family of 6!
Kathleen J C.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025