El Matador 418 by Alicia Hollis Rentals Open 11/8-11/27

THIS CONDO HAS A SATURDAY TO SATURDAY REQUIREMENT DURING PEAK SEASON!

Free Activities are Included with your stay a FREE $300 Day Value! As a Thank You for staying with us, you will receive complimentary admissions to popular activities and attractions, Everyday of your stay. Check Out -> xplorie.com/fun/ajh/. Only Valid for Short Term Rentals. Not available for Per Diem Stays, Guest of Owner Stays.

1 Free admission everyday to -> Shalimar Golf Course - Round of Golf, Big Kahuna’s Water Park - General Admission, Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park - General Admission, Wild Willy’s Grand Prix The Gator: Adult Admission, Sea Blaster - Beach or Sunset Dolphin Cruise,
Sea Blaster - Snorkel Admission, Cruisin Tiki’s - Evening Sunset Cruise.

Looking for Paradise? Here it is at the El Matador! Has to be the most sought of family vacation resort on the Emerald Coast. A secluded condominium nestled between the beautiful white sand dunes and the sparkling Emerald Waters of the Gulf of Mexico.
El Matador is truly a beach resort. Just two miles down Santa Rosa Blvd at the end of the Island you will find us – secluded but still just a few minutes to all the amenities that Destin and Fort Walton Beach have to offer. Just six miles down Hwy. 98 you can enjoy Destin – “ The Worlds Luckiest Fishing Village” – charter a private trip or take the kids out on a group boat and catch dinner. While in Destin enjoy fine restaurants, shopping, and golfing on some of the best golf courses in the Panhandle of Florida. Hard to believe that you might need a day off from the beach but if you do take the family to Big Kahunas Water Park in the center of old Destin. Much more than just a water park… it’s a day of fun!
Back at the El Matador enjoy the large grass areas between our buildings just right for family fun and games. With two pools, his and her whirlpool, and saunas just right for your tired muscles after a game of tennis on one of our courts, or in our fitness center. We are located at the end of Okaloosa Island a small barrier Island between Fort Walton Beach and Destin. This gated community with thirteen miles of undeveloped beaches to the west is sure to have you longing to return.

Vacation Rental Reviews

• Fall break

  Stayed 4 days ending in October, 2024

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  Lisa R from Evansville, IN recommends this vacation rental

  This rental was amazing, can not wait to go back!!

  • Manager Responded on 11/4/2024

    We thank you for your kind review and cannot wait to help you and your family again.

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• 418 Stuart

  Stayed 4 days ending in August, 2024

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  Memree S from Hawthorne, FL recommends this vacation rental

  Great view. Place was attractive and well appointed. Comfortable beds and nice though dated kitchen. Thank you for the shower chair. Unfortunately the glass doors from the living area kept sticking and I could not budge them. Also, the shower drain was clogged and the shower overflowed.

  • Manager Responded on 9/21/2024

    Thanks a lot for your information and we took care of everything. We hope to see you again in unit 418 at the El Matador.

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• Beach trip

  Stayed 14 days ending in July, 2024

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  Madolyn S from Greenwood, MS recommends this vacation rental

  Wonderful as usual!!!

  • Manager Responded on 7/15/2024

    We thank you again Madolyn. We enjoy see you each year and cannot wait to see you next.

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• Awesome condo with a great view

  Stayed 31 days ending in February, 2024

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  a guest from Shawamo, WI recommends this vacation rental

  We had a wonderful time during our stay. Very nice room with great access to the beach and the beachside pool which is unheated so it was a bit chilly during our time there to use it. None the less it’s right outside the patio door about 20yards away. There are too many fine restaurants to mention here and the food was wonderful everywhere we went. The beach is clean and right there out the door of the back patio about 40 yards away. We enjoyed hearing the sound of the waves and the wind and don’t forget the sunrise and sunsets either! Condo was clean and comfortable as was the king sized bed. All in all a wonderful stay!

  • Manager Responded on 2/26/2024

    Thank you so much for your kind words. We always try to accommodate each person. Hopefully we can see you in the future and for even longer. Have a great rest of your year.

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• 2023 trip

  Stayed 14 days ending in July, 2023

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  Madolyn S from Greenwood, MS recommends this vacation rental

  The trip was wonderful! I have been renting from Alicia Hollis for Omer thirty years never disappointed

  • Manager Responded on 7/24/2023

    We are happy that you enjoyed unit 418 at the El Matador and a perfect location to go to the beach and pool. So glad that you enjoyed it and we shall see you all again next year.

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• Family vacation

  Stayed 5 days ending in June, 2023

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  a guest from Plainfield, IL recommends this vacation rental

  Very happy with the rental and accommodation for our family of 5.
  
  Steps away from the beach or pool

  • Manager Responded on 6/30/2023

    Brian, we are glad that you enjoyed the condo, and yes it is right on the beach and steps to the pool and out to the gazebo. We are happy to see you again for your vacation.

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• Relaxing vacation

  Stayed 9 days ending in May, 2023

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  James S from Clayton, AL recommends this vacation rental

  As always, a great place for a vacation.

  • Manager Responded on 5/23/2023

    We sure are happy that you enjoyed your stay at this great condo unit 418 at the El Matador and it has a perfect location on the beach. We are happy to have helped you with it, and hope to see you again next year, in 418

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• Condo 418

  Stayed 4 days ending in September, 2022

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  Laurin W from Purvis, MS recommends this vacation rental

  I’ll just start off by saying you can’t beat the location of the condo in the complex. It’s on the ground floor right between the pool and beach access plus you can see the beautiful gulf right from the patio. The one down fall of this condo however, is the parking. All the spots in front of the condo are all handicapped. So, the only option for parking is parallel parking against a fenced wall, or parking out in the parking lot which makes it difficult when bringing luggage, groceries, etc... in and out. The complex itself is definitely older, and this particular condo needs some updating. However, it was perfect for our family of 4 with plenty of space. The master bedroom/bathroom was great, and the pillows were amazing. However, the mattress could use an update. Overall a good place to stay and is out of the main hustle and bustle of the busy traffic as it is the last complex on Santa Rosa Blvd. We would definitely stay here again.

  • Manager Responded on 10/3/2022

    We appreciate your input on the property at the El Matador, but, we sure don't have no control on the parking area, but, you are right. We are happy that you enjoyed your stay in 418 and we hope to see you again, in the future with this condo and our wonderful beach.

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• 2022 Florida Vacation

  Stayed 7 days ending in September, 2022

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  a guest from Marion, IL recommends this vacation rental

  Have always gone through Alicia Hollis. Always a good experience. Chris who works for Hollis is the individual I always speak with. She is very professional and helpful.
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  

  • Manager Responded on 10/3/2022

    Jane thanks so much for your review and it is always my pleasure to serve you for your vacation, anytime. I am glad that you enjoyed 418 El Matador, and we will be glad to see you again at the same unit, with steps to the beach.

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• beach vacation

  Stayed 7 days ending in August, 2022

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  James S from Clayton, AL recommends this vacation rental

  I look forward to my beach vacation at El Matador. AJH staff is always friendly and helpful. Looking forward to next year.

  • Manager Responded on 10/11/2022

    James we are always happy to see you when you come here for your vacation and as always El Matador unit 418, is such a great place to stay and close to the beach and the pool area. Looking forward to see you again in 2023.

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• It was as expected

  Stayed 7 days ending in April, 2022

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  Deborah C from Richmond, KY recommends this vacation rental

  It was as expected. Not a luxury place but was what we expected. If you are warned that their is a possibility for construction/repairs on your building then I recommend not booking. The men were literally right outside our door all day/everyday. Drilling/hammering or doing whatever, plus a big lift parked right there. We couldn’t use the patio area, everything outside was dusty and they workers were there.

  • Manager Responded on 4/14/2022

    thanks for your review for the El Matador unit 418, and we are very sorry that you had to experience this, but, we had no control of all the work that needed to be done on property. The unit is so close to the beach and by the pool and it is awesome for your viewing on the gazebo of the ocean and the dolphins and most of all the sunsets.

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• El Matrador fall break 2021

  Stayed 8 days ending in October, 2021

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  Jeffrey W from Clarksville, Tn recommends this vacation rental

  Overall a great place to stay

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• EM 418

  Stayed 5 days ending in August, 2021

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  James S from Clayton, AL recommends this vacation rental

  A pleasant experience as always.

  • Manager Responded on 9/2/2021

    James always a pleasure working with you, we appreciate your review for the El Matador unit 418 and we would love to see you again next time, for your vacation. Contact us with Alicia Hollis realtor, and we will book something for you.

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• El Matador 418

  Stayed 7 days ending in June, 2021

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  James S from Clayton, AL recommends this vacation rental

  Enjoyed my vacation. AJH and El Matador are always a great combination.

  • Manager Responded on 6/18/2021

    James, we are so happy you enjoyed El Matador unit 418 and how close it is on the beach. We would love to see you again next year and to this unit.

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• Graduation Get Away!

  Stayed 7 days ending in May, 2021

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  Theodore B from St. Louis, MO recommends this vacation rental

  We had an excellent time and enjoyed the stay immensly. The view from the condo was fantastic and it was nice to be so close to the beach that you could walk back in minutes for whatever reason. Met lots of nice people, played in the sun, and had a relaxing vacation.

  • Manager Responded on 6/18/2021

    Ted, thanks for your review on the El Matador unit 418 and how close it is to the gulf, and the pool. That is a close unit to the beach and conveniently to walk in and out. We hope that you visit us once again next year, at the same unit, and call us for reservations.

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• 2021 Vacation.

  Stayed 6 days ending in May, 2021

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  Scott A from Roanoke, IN recommends this vacation rental

  The Condo was great. Our views were great. And a huge thank you for your help in getting us into a place after VACASA screwed us out of our rental with 3 days notice. We will definitely be back.

  • Manager Responded on 6/18/2021

    Scott, i was the one who got you this condo, and i am so happy that you go to meet us and book thru us, and we will be happy to serve you next year again. We are glad that you enjoyed El Matador unit 418 right on the beach and steps to the pool and out to the beach.

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• First time to Fort Walton Beach

  Stayed 5 days ending in March, 2021

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  Leah K from Houston, TX recommends this vacation rental

  The Condo at the matador was very convenient. Great access to the beach and good for our small children. The kitchen had everything we needed and the bedrooms met out needs.

  • Manager Responded on 4/13/2021

    We are happy that you enjoyed El Mat 418, cause it is right by the pool and steps out to the beach, and a relaxing condo to be visiting.

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• 418

  Stayed 14 days ending in July, 2020

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  Madolyn S from Greenwood, MS recommends this vacation rental

  Very good

  • Manager Responded on 7/16/2020

    We sure appreciate you taking your time about this great condo 418 at the El Matador, and it is nice to see you again next year, in our wonderful area and the great condos at The El Matador.

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• Great beach vacation spot

  Stayed 7 days ending in August, 2019

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  Karen M from Gainesville, GA recommends this vacation rental

  Perfect location-very close to the beach and somewhat private. Highly recommended.

  • Manager Responded on 8/26/2019

    Ground floor and on the beach! Ready for your return give us a call to help.

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• Beach trip

  Stayed 7 days ending in August, 2019

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  James S from Clayton, AL recommends this vacation rental

  We had a very nice stay. The condo is clean and in an excellent location to enjoy El Matador and the beach.

  • Manager Responded on 8/14/2019

    Hi James, Always happy to hear to hear when one of our guest has a good trip.

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• Great location for young kids

  Stayed 7 days ending in July, 2019

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  Gary & Jane H from Cincinnati, OH recommends this vacation rental

  We have been going to ElMatador for decades, the grandkids love the grounds for playing ball, swimming etc.

  • Manager Responded on 8/26/2019

    Nice to be able to open the sliding glass doors and step out to the pool and beach. Thank you for taking the time to review!

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• Annual El Matador family vacation

  Stayed 7 days ending in June, 2019

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  Phillip G from Maumelle, Ar recommends this vacation rental

  Another wonderful family vacation! Our ground floor unit was in perfect shape and very clean. Hollis Realty was on top of things throughout the 6 months from when we had reserved the unit until our vacation ended. Will gladly work with Hollis again!

  • Manager Responded on 8/14/2019

    Thanks Phillip!

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• Great location

  Stayed 7 days ending in June, 2019

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  a guest from Mcloud , Ok recommends this vacation rental

  We love El Mat as my family calls it. We love the location, how close it is to the beach and water, fewer amount of people on the beach and at the end of the row of condos so plenty of open beach to explore. I really wish washer and dryer units were in each condo. This would be the absolute perfect place if so! The next best thing is to have a laundry facility for FREE on the property rather than charge $1.50 a load per washer and dryer... most other condos have a washer and dryer in the unit. With a family of 5, laundry piles up quickly.

  • Manager Responded on 8/22/2019

    Sandra, great that you love the El Matador Condominium Beach Resort even though it was build in the early 70's it is still one of Okaloosa Islands premier properties. The association charges for washing to provide new washer and driers every five years, maintenance and upkeep. If this is something that you need to have call and ask about one of our other properties that include free washer and dryers in the unit - we certainly would be happy to help you with that!

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• FUN TIME AT THE BEACH

  Stayed 4 days ending in May, 2019

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  Pete T from Metarie, LA recommends this vacation rental

  Great location. Great time. Great for the kids. Would highly recommend. We will be back again.

  • Manager Responded on 8/23/2019

    Thanks so much Pete, we appreciate your imput and we love that you enjoyed your stay at the El Matador and we hope to see you again.

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• My winter break !

  Stayed 29 days ending in March, 2019

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  Terry M from Peoria, IL recommends this vacation rental

  We had a great winter vacation the month of March 2019 at the El Matador.

  • Manager Responded on 4/17/2019

    Hi Terry - glad that you enjoyed your stat. Here when you are ready to return.

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• Prime location but needs some TLC

  Stayed 7 days ending in September, 2018

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  Julie B from Muscle Shoals, AL does not recommend this vacation rental.

  Let me start by saying my husband has been coming to the El Matador for about 30 years now and it’s like home. We absolutely love it. This particular unit had several, albeit dead, roaches laying around when we arrived. And the carpet had clearly not been vacuumed in the master bedroom. No, we did not call the rental company as it was late at night when we arrived and we just wanted to go to sleep. The bathrooms have a few soft spots in the walls and the tub in the master bath was dingy and needs to be replaced badly. The kitchen is lacking in supplies. There were no steak knives at all and none of the baking dishes had a matching lid. This location is wonderful and we had a great week but the unit needs a little TLC.

  • Manager Responded on 10/17/2018

    Thank you!

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• Great stay as usual!

  Stayed 14 days ending in July, 2018

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  Madolyn S from Greenwood, MS recommends this vacation rental

  We have been staying at the ElMatdor for thirty five years. Have always rented with Alicia Hollis. This was a great two weeks as usual!

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• Vacation 2017 #418 ��

  Stayed 7 days ending in June, 2017

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  Karen P from Chattanooga, TN recommends this vacation rental

  We have been coming to Elmatador for several years and have stayed in 418 for the last 3 years . Wonderful location and love being on the ground floor just a few steps to the pool and beach . Love this room !!

  • Manager Responded on 6/16/2017

    thanks so much for your review about 418 at the El Matador, what a perfect location to the pool and beach, and a great area to sit and enjoy your drink from the gazebo out there. I hope you enjoyed our wonderful white sand and the beach there, and most of all this wonderful condo, and we would love to have you back again.

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• Great Location

  Stayed 31 days ending in April, 2017

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  a guest from Fishers, IN recommends this vacation rental

  Ground floor unit is very easy to get to the gazebo and beach. With the grassy area just outside your door it extends your patio especially with children. We have stayed in this unit several times and enjoy the location, but the unit needs updates.

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• Short Walk to the Beach

  Stayed 28 days ending in March, 2017

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  a guest from Fishers, IN does not recommend this vacation rental.

  We always enjoy the friendliness of El Matador. The owners we have met are a wealth of information for things to do and see.Our visitors have been impressed with the complex and one couple is returning next year.

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• Vacation

  Stayed 14 days ending in July, 2016

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  Madolyn S from Greenwood, MS recommends this vacation rental

  Very good

  • Manager Responded on 7/14/2016

    We are glad that your stay with us was good Look forward to your next visit.

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• 4th generation vacatiton

  Stayed 7 days ending in May, 2016

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  Vern M from St. Louis, MO recommends this vacation rental

  we have been staying at el matadoor quite often for around 40 years

  • Manager Responded on 5/31/2016

    We do appreciate you being such a loyal tenant with us. Look forward to your next visit.

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• Our piece of Heaven!!

  Stayed 31 days ending in February, 2016

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  a guest from Fishers, IN recommends this vacation rental

  This is our second winter at the El Matador. It truly feels like we were returning home. The owners that live here and the other quests are so friendly and make you feel welcome. We have already booked for the winter 2017. Our unit's location is fabulous. The manager has addressed every concern we have had in a most prompt manner. We have conveyed to the manager the unit is tired and needs kitchen and bath updating. But, that will not stop us from a wonderful experience and total enjoyment.

  • Manager Responded on 2/3/2016

    Thank you for your input. We have let the owners know of your recommendations for the condo. They will be coming in March to address some of these items. We are so glad that you are enjoying your stay with us and look forward to your return visit.

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• El Matador for 25+ years!

  Stayed 9 days ending in September, 2015

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  Julie B from Muscle Shoals, AL recommends this vacation rental

  I have been coming to the El Matador for 25 years and now bring my wife and children. My grandparents, parents, my wife and I, and now my kids have all vacationed at the El Matador and we wouldn't choose anywhere else. Best place in Destin/Fort Walton. It's quiet and you can't be the beach access from bldgs 3&4. See you next year El Matador!

  • Manager Responded on 10/9/2015

    I am so glad that we are going to be seeing you again next year 2016, for your vacation at the el matador, in a gulf front unit directly on the gulf and steps to the pool. We always work really hard to get them to be very comfortable and most of all an enjoyable stay, in any of our properties. I hope that you always enjoy the amenities on the property of the pools, tennis courts, whirlpool, sauna room and our gym, and our 24 hr security on the property.

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• Great location.

  Stayed 4 days ending in September, 2015

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  a guest from Murfreesboro, TN recommends this vacation rental

  Our family enjoyed being so close to the beach and the pool. Just out the door and a few steps to the beach. The condo was nice; however, would have liked a more spacious master bathroom. The shower doors in both bathrooms were off the track and hard to manage and some of the slats were off the blinds on the sliding door. We still had a great time and would stay in this condo again because of the great location. Condo was clean and AC worked well.

  • Manager Responded on 9/9/2015

    We appreciate your comments on this wonderful condo at the El Matador unit 418. This condo is in a perfect location as you said to the pool and steps out to the beach and gazebo. The blinds will be replaced soon to drapes, and we were just waiting for them to be delivered and they just go in so they will be replaced this Friday 9/11. We hope that you enjoyed our beautiful beach and pool and enjoyed our wonderful evening sunsets, and hope to see you again next year.

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• RWMaddock2015

  Stayed 7 days ending in August, 2015

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  Robert M from Yorktown, VA recommends this vacation rental

  As someone who's been coming to El Matador since he was a kid, the place still doesn't disappoint!! And most importantly, the family loves it too!!
  
  The only complaint we had was with the lack of cleanliness with the unit, particularly the floors. We didn't mind the tile, and given it's a first floor unit, that's expected. But additional care needs to be given to tile floors. They were quite dirty and the amount of old food, etc. under the furniture (especially the couch) was quite disgusting!! Also, the blinds, particularly in the family room, were in serious dis-repair and need replacing!

  • Manager Responded on 9/5/2015

    Hi Mr. Maddock, I am so glad that you continue vacationing at the el matador the most popular property on Okaloosa Island and the most kid friendly property. I just wanted to let you know that we are taking care of those blinds in the living room, as we had drapes on order and they just arrived today 9/5 and we will be putting them up soon. As far as the couch and the floor, I apologize on that, as we have a great housekeeping crew, who work hard to get them all clean well and on time for your arrival, and we sure hope next time it would be to your satisfaction and for your enjoyment.

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• Beach Getaway

  Stayed 5 days ending in August, 2015

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  Mark P from Trussville, AL recommends this vacation rental

  Everything was great we love staying at these condos. My only issue was there were a lot of dishes, some pots, glasses etc. that were put away dirty and needed to be washed prior to using them. Other than that the condo was clean and sufficiently appointed.

  • Manager Responded on 9/9/2015

    Unit 418 location and the view is exceptional, you are also steps to the pool and then out to the gazebo. The problem with the dishes being dirty is awful, what happened there, is people washed them and put them away dirty, and Housekeeping did not check them, and we apologize for your inconvenience on that. We are having new drapes installed on Friday 9/11 and also we are trying to fix everything in there that is needed for a wonderful stay for anyone else coming into this condo. Please be sure that you book it again for next year, as all those ground floor units are booking fast, and we are here ready to make arrangements for you again.

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• Billy matthews

  Stayed 7 days ending in July, 2015

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  Billy G M from Youngsville, LA recommends this vacation rental

  Dusty, shower in the master bedroom did not work

  • Manager Responded on 7/30/2015

    Thanks for taking the time to answer your review about the condo at the el matador unit 418. I am so sorry that it was dusty, and that the shower in the master bathroom did not work, and I wished that you would have called us and we would take care of everything right away for you, but, just to let you know that we just had all new sliding glass doors, front door replaced in the condo, so, that should be a great place for all those new things in there. Hope that you will give us a call again next time you come to our area to our wonderful beaches, with Alicia Hollis Realtor.

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• 418 El Matador

  Stayed 7 days ending in June, 2015

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  Jeremy D from Cummings, GA recommends this vacation rental

  Love being so close to the beach. Interior had some deferred maintenance and needed some updating. Blinds need to be replaced. One of my favorite things is to open the blinds in the morning and look at the oceans, but these were a piece of junk. TVs were very nice. Kitchen utensils stocked well. I would rent this unit again, mainly for the view.

  • Manager Responded on 6/29/2015

    Thanks so much for your comment about unit 418, we appreciated your comment about the blinds, but, we will be changing those, and also we are having a brand new sliding glass door installed as we speak in the Master bedroom for everyone convenience, and I am so glad that you enjoyed yourself and will be happy to see you again next year. Chris.

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• Fort Walton trip

  Stayed 5 days ending in May, 2015

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  Ron B from Harrisburg, IL recommends this vacation rental

  Great place to stay. Will definitely try to book it again

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• 418 El Matador

  Stayed 5 days ending in May, 2015

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  a guest from Flintville, TN recommends this vacation rental

  Great condo! I will request this one next time. The view of the Ocean from on the couch is not good due to being on the ground floor but the accessibility is worth the trade. Alicia J Hollis is the best agency I have ever dealt with in the property management.

  • Manager Responded on 6/15/2015

    Thank you Brad. We are glad you enjoyed it and look forward to your next visit.

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• El Matador 418

  Stayed 9 days ending in April, 2015

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  a guest from Brighton, Michigan recommends this vacation rental

  El Matador 418 provided yet another wonderful week for us!!

  • Manager Responded on 5/12/2015

    Glad to have you visit with us again.

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  Stayed 28 days ending in March, 2015

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  Karen & Jack K from Burnsville, MN recommends this vacation rental

  We had a wonderful month. Will certainly consider contacting you again next year.

  • Manager Responded on 3/21/2015

    We are so happy that you enjoyed your stay with the el matador unit 418, and meeting all your good friends and people from all over United States and Canada. The convenience of that unit alone is wonderful, and we hope you enjoyed all those wonderful sunsets and our great beach. We Hope to see you again next year for maybe 2 months this time. Chris Ault.

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• Unit 418

  Stayed 7 days ending in April, 2014

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  a guest from Brighton, Michigan recommends this vacation rental

  Always a good time at El Matador!

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• A fun experience

  Stayed 28 days ending in March, 2014

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  a guest from Appel Valley, MN recommends this vacation rental

  Loved the location. Condo needs some repairs and updating. Enjoyed the group activities, and would have liked more of them. Everyone was very friendly!

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• Paradise

  Stayed 7 days ending in September, 2013

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  a guest from Wexford, PA recommends this vacation rental

  Gorgeous view, great condo and a wonderful rental experience with Hollis Realty and Chris our agent.

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• great vac @ ElMatador

  Stayed 7 days ending in August, 2013

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  Martha R from Chattanooga, Tn. recommends this vacation rental

  WEENJOYED OUR ,INSPITED OF SOME RAINIE DAYS. WE LOVE THE UNIT WILL BE BACK IN MAY...

  • Manager Responded on 8/30/2013

    We are so happy you had a good time and we look forward to your return.

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• all good

  Stayed 7 days ending in July, 2013

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  a guest from Cincinnati, OH recommends this vacation rental

  My family have been coming to Fort Walton for over 50 years, we have stayed at El Matadore for about 20 years.
  
  Room 418 is fine, the back door does not slide very well and both toilets need new valves

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• A BLAST!

  Stayed 6 days ending in March, 2013

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  Will V from Arab, Alabama recommends this vacation rental

  We had a great time! We had to sit inside a lot due to the colder weather. But we still had so much fun though. I was worried about cleaning the sand up everywhere because of it being on the ground floor we would just drag the sand right in with us. But we loved how close it was to the beach so that made up for the sand! SO MUCH FUN!

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• Grand dauthers vacation.

  Stayed 7 days ending in May, 2012

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  Vern M from St. Louis, MO recommends this vacation rental

  we have stayed at this property for more than thirty years, have rented 418 a few times, i guess it has changed owners, as it use to be much nicer,i love the locatation

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