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468 EL Matador Gorgeous Sunrise Views

Beachside condo with water park

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Living area
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El Matador #468
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Parking available
  • Hot tub
  • Gym
  • Kitchen

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Fort Walton Beach, Florida
  • Place, Fort Walton Beaches
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Rosa Sound
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Okaloosa Island Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

Other Space 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

468 EL Matador Gorgeous Sunrise Views

Discover the ultimate relaxation in this charming 2-bedroom condo located at the tranquil end of Okaloosa Island. This secluded retreat offers the perfect setting for family getaways and anyone seeking a peaceful escape. Enjoy breathtaking views from the private balcony, a fully-equipped kitchen for home-cooked meals, and comfortable living spaces designed for your comfort. Guests can also take advantage of the nearby pristine beaches, local dining options, and family-friendly attractions. Whether you're looking to unwind or explore, this condo provides a serene and convenient base for your vacation."

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COMPLIMENTARY BEACH SERVICE INCLUDED WITH RENTAL (2 chairs and an umbrella) March 1 - Oct 31st

ENJOY A FREE PASS DAILY TO THE FOLLOWING LOCAL ATTRACTIONS WITH EVERY SHORT TERM RENTAL (LONG TERM RENTALS DOES NOT APPLY)

** GULFARIUM MARINE ADVENTURE PARK
** BIG KAHUNA'S WATER PARK
** CRUISIN' TIKIS DESTIN: HARBOR LIGHTS CRUISE
** SEA BLASTER: BEACH DOLPHIN CRUISE
** EMERALD BAY GOLF CLUB
** WILD WILLY'S ADVENTURE ZONE: ISLAND GRAND PRIX THE GATOR
** WILD WILLY'S ADVENTURE ZONE: TREE TOP CHALLENGE ROPER COURSE

Enjoy complimentary offers during your stay with Sugar Sands Vacation Rentals. As a thank you for staying with us each of our rentals is powered by Xplorie providing you an easy-to-use activity site with not only activity information but easy access to our live Destination Guides who can help you book activities and answer any questions you may have along the way. Xplorie is your one-stop shop for fun all vacation long. Just look for the icon to find rentals that include complimentary activities every day of your stay!
GULF FRONT condo steps from the emerald green water and gorgeous white sandy beaches. Outside your front door is the pool where you can swim, float, lounge, socialize or barbeque. Your can watch the dolphins jumping less than 100 yards away from the walkway balcony outside your front door!

This beautifully redecorated condo is reminiscent of stylish coastal villas in Europe and is fully equipped and furnished for all your vacation needs. As one of the last condos on the island, this unit is never crowded and provides glorious and unobstructed views of the sunrise. The master king bedroom has a private balcony that looks out onto the gulf, offering gorgeous views of the Emerald Coast – best for watching the dolphins play and the gentle surf at night. Watch the sunrise while enjoying your morning coffee or tea. At sunset, relax for a romantic dinner with your loved one on your private balcony. Walk straight out onto the beach or enjoy a few sunny hours by the pool (heated even in winter!).

The space
• Comfortably sleeps up to 6
• Fully equipped kitchen
• Mr. Coffee Maker (standard drip)
• Coin Laundry on Site (near Elevators)
• FREE Wi-Fi & Cable TV
• Linens and bath towels provided
• Queen Sleeper Sofa available for extra sleeping space
• Communal Heated Pool, Hot Tub, and Tennis Courts
• Fitness center on-site
• BBQ Grills Available

Nearby are local seafood restaurants, an ice cream parlor with mini golf, and a number of popular attractions like Wild Willy’s Adventure Zone (family fun center with mini-golf, roller coasters, and indoor arcade) and the Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park which boasts thrilling shows with dolphins, sharks, and sting rays. Be sure to check out Okaloosa Island’s Boardwalk which offers an assortment of waterfront shopping, pirate shows, summer fireworks, and some of the Island’s best nightlife.
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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Air conditioning
Laundry
Gym
Sea view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

About the area

Fort Walton Beach

Located in Okaloosa Island, a neighbourhood in Fort Walton Beach, this condo is near theme parks and on the beach. Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Okaloosa Island Beach and Henderson Beach State Park. 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. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Fort Walton Beach, Florida

What's nearby

  • Fort Walton Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Santa Rosa Sound - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Okaloosa Island Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center - 6 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island - 7 min drive - 4.9 km

Getting around

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Stewby’s Seafood Shanty - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Lost Pizza Co. Ft Walton - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Slim Chickens - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Olive Garden - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 468 EL Matador Gorgeous Sunrise Views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at 468 EL Matador Gorgeous Sunrise Views?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 468 EL Matador Gorgeous Sunrise Views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 468 EL Matador Gorgeous Sunrise Views?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 468 EL Matador Gorgeous Sunrise Views located?

Nestled on the beach, this Okaloosa Island condo building is within a 15-minute walk of Santa Rosa Sound and Okaloosa Island Beach. Fort Walton Beaches and Wayside Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 58 out of 89 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 89 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 89 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 89 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 89 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stephen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fort Walton Condo

Enjoyed the stay. Great views and pool.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Emily B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our second year at this property. Everything is very clean and very comfortable. We had no issues.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dana H.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay!

We enjoyed everything about our time there! Plenty of room for our family of 5
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great condo, easy beach access and amazing views

Great condo - clean and well equipped. Easy access to the beach. Great sunrise and sunset views. Will stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Tina W.

Relax,beach and eat

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. 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: Love the remodel and gray flooring. The coach and love seat were comfortable.I have hamstring and back problems. This bedeas great for my issues.Beauitful view and easy access to the beach. Love being able to see the bay thru the kitchen window. Only suggestion I have is the small gap on the entrance door half way down should be sealed. Otherwise definitely would stay again.
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa P.

What a wonderful 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: We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would love to come back to this place every year!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer P., Shelbyville

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great Unit & Ocean View! 🌊

Everything about this unit was perfection! The view is hard to beat. I think we spent hours on the balcony talking & enjoying the sound of the ocean and view. Will definitely rent this beauty again!! Thanks for a great vacation. 👍
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

A guest from Orange Park, FL

Perfect Family Unit

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: Perfect unit for a family with kids. It's perfectly situated with views of the beach and pool. This end of the beach is less crowded and makes for an easy beach time with young children on any day.
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10/10 Excellent

Emily B.

Wonderful!

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: This condo was absolutely perfect for us! We’ve stayed at a lot of different places in Fort Walton Beach, but this condo/condo facility was our favorite. Extremely clean, updated, comfortable, cozy, beautiful views, everything. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Pat G.

Beachin'

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: Very nicely appointed with a great view. Location, location, location. We have been going to this area for 30 years and enjoy El Matador more each time. Is this unit for sale?
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10/10 Excellent

Melissa W.

El Matador 468

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: The property was clean, spacious and exactly as pictured. Sugar Sands was very thorough in checkin/departure instructions and reached out to me multiple times before check in as well as on check in day to ensure everything was ok. The location of the property was the main selling point for this property as we were looking for a quieter location and this exceeded every expectation for location.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

Great Location

This unit is in a GREAT location. You are only steps away from the beach and pool. You get the morning sun on the balcony which is nice, no hot afternoon sun. The El Matador is on the very end of Okaloosa Island so you don't have alot of activity going on, very quiet. The unit itself is very nice and updated. It is a gated community which is nice and I have seen security walking around as well making sure things are ok. The complex is very clean and kept. I would definately recommend this unit. Owner is very good to work with and prompt on getting information to you. I would definately love to stay here again next year.

10/10 Excellent

Faith S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and wonderful location. Check-in was easy and the property manager was great because this was a last minute rental to help our son recover from surgery and lift his spirits. She made everything happen quickly. For us being on Okaloosa Island is less crowded than Destin and more relaxing. Thank you.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Ashley H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous views, good location, nice amenities. There was a dirty dish in the closet and the floors needed a good scrubbing between guests. We have an infant that crawls so it’s easy to see how clean everything is by the debris he collects on his clothes/knees.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Yearly girls trip

Love this vacation spot!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

susan s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Vacation

The condo was exactly as marketed so perfect for the 4 of us. We thoroughly enjoyed the unit, balcony and incentives that went with the unit. There were 2 issues with the A/C but it was quickly fixed by George the nice maintenance and Shane. We will definitely stay at this unit again in the future hopefully in Oct. 2025. Thank you Beverly for all your help
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Can’t Beat the View

This was our 6th stay at El Matador. We enjoyed it as always.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beachfront Paradice

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! The condo was very clean, convenient location and the view of the beach is perfect
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Lisa N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyable Stay

The property was nice and clean. The kitchen was stocked but could have used more forks and pot holders. The beds were comfortable. We enjoyed our visit and even extended it by 1 night.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Desiree M.

What a view!!!

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: This is a beautiful condo! The view is gorgeous! The sleeping quarters are very nice. The unit is very clean and pretty. The kitchen has plenty of cooking utensils and dishes. The water pressure was good. The balcony closet was packed with Beach items to borrow. There were sand toys, kites, Beach chairs, a wagon and even a canopy set up! Of course the included Beach service is a huge plus! We enjoyed our stay very much! This is one of my favorite units! Thanks Sugar Sands! El Matador is a great complex that is well maintained.
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10/10 Excellent

Heather H.

Gorgeous views!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Everything was very clean and stocked with basic supplies. Decorated nicely! The beds were great.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Mark P.

El Matador 468

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: Bathroom being down was a little inconvenient but very pleased about the way it was handled.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tara V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Condo

Condo was clean and well stocked & updated. Communication with renter was seamless and always responsive. We only had to contact prior to our stay regarding early check-in, which we were granted. We’ve stayed in these condos for 20 years, but never in this unit. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would definitely rent again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Daniel J.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Vacation

Overall great stay. The carpet was stained and looked dirty. That’s my only complaint
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

***Tyeshia B.

Great place to stay

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 place to stay

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