El Matador 245 by Alicia Hollis Rentals

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

Vacation Rental Reviews

• Wonderful Stay!

  Stayed 8 days ending in November, 2025

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  Todd A from Fort Walton Beach, Florida recommends this vacation rental

  We enjoyed our stay at El Matador. The condo was clean and in such a great location. We look forward to booking every year!

  • Manager Responded on 12/16/2025

    Thank you so very much for your kind words and hope to see you soon.

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• Darlene’s time

  Stayed 5 days ending in September, 2025

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  Darlene C from Knoxville, TN recommends this vacation rental

  We loved our stay there. It is in a great spot to live the sand and ocean. I recommend it to all my friends

  • Manager Responded on 9/22/2025

    Thank you so much for the review. Hope to see you again soon.

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• Great Vacation Place

  Stayed 3 days ending in July, 2015

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  a guest from Ellijay, GA recommends this vacation rental

  It was awesome. so close to the beaches, place was quiet and clean.

  • Manager Responded on 7/25/2015

    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.

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• El Matador #245

  Stayed 6 days ending in December, 2014

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  Jeffrey S from Navarre, FL recommends this vacation rental

  There was no hot water and the living room TV remote didn't work. Otherwise it was good.

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• Florida Vacation

  Stayed 4 days ending in July, 2012

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  a guest from Houston, TX recommends this vacation rental

  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!!

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