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Reef Retreat El Matador BEACHFRONT resort 1000sq ft -owner managed-newly updated

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Newly updated living room - leather queen sleeper and loveseat
Room
Living area
Private kitchen
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61035 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Fort Walton Beach, FL
  • Okaloosa Island Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Okaloosa Island Pier
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Reef Retreat El Matador BEACHFRONT resort 1000sq ft -owner managed-newly updated

Discover the beauty of the Emerald Coast in Fort Walton Beach from this marvelous 2-bedroom condo. The spacious condo features 1 king bed, 2 twin beds, a living room with a leather sofa queen bed, and 2 bathrooms with a shower and bathtub.
The kitchen has been newly renovated with stainless steel appliances, quartz counter tops and custom cabinets - you will find everything you need to make a feast or just like snacks throughout the day. There is plenty of counter space for food prep and a full pantry to store your food.

Enjoy the convenience of amenities like a fitness room, sauna, jacuzzi, tennis, basketball courts, BBQ grills all on a 12-acre landscaped park like setting where the kids can run around and play yard games after a long day at the beach! We have two private beach access points - one with a gazebo and ramp - both have showers and foot wash stations. There are two pools - one gulf front that is 9 feet deep and the other which is seasonally heated at the clubhouse. Loungers and vending are nearby for your convenience.

The El Matador sits on a private stretch of beach at the end of the island - west is 12 miles of undeveloped barrier island so you will find much more space to spread out and enjoy the water and beach. We have beach service where you can rent paddleboards, kayaks or beach chair and umbrellas. We are also provide our own beach chairs and beach towels for your use!

While being on the quiet side of the island we are still near to the action should you choose to go out to the restaurants and attractions. We are 3 miles from the Gulfarium and The Pier and Boardwalk. We even have a new beachside restaurant serving up fresh seafood that is a block away! We have some of the most popular well-liked restaurants just a couple miles down the road from us along with mini golf, ice cream and gift shopping!

We are only 15 minutes from Crab Island in Destin where you find water amusement park, boat vending and snorkeling!

Whether you're looking to relax or explore the area, this terrific condo is the perfect home base for your getaway. We look forward to hosting you at our beach condo.

Property manager

Pamela Manko
Premier Host

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Laundry

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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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Fort Walton Beach

Fort Walton Beach is home to this condo. 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 Destin Beaches. Emerald Coast Science Center and Goofy Golf are also worth visiting.
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Fort Walton Beach, FL

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 - 11 min drive - 7.7 km

Getting around

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Reef Retreat El Matador BEACHFRONT resort 1000sq ft -owner managed-newly updated have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Reef Retreat El Matador BEACHFRONT resort 1000sq ft -owner managed-newly updated pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Reef Retreat El Matador BEACHFRONT resort 1000sq ft -owner managed-newly updated?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Reef Retreat El Matador BEACHFRONT resort 1000sq ft -owner managed-newly updated?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Reef Retreat El Matador BEACHFRONT resort 1000sq ft -owner managed-newly updated located?

Situated in Fort Walton Beach, this condo building is within a 15-minute walk of Santa Rosa Sound and Okaloosa Island Beach. Fort Walton Beaches and Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rico C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful location. All rooms were very clean and well maintained. Host was also very helpful and responded quickly to most of our questions. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice location, at the end of the street and no obstructed views. Great for those sunset pictures. The kitchen was my favorite with everything provided and a lot of counter space. The views of the water from the room were great and the property is beautiful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris G.

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

Excellent stay

The condo was incredibly clean and provided for every amenity. Pamela thought of everything, starter toilet paper rolls, paper towel rolls, hand soap, the list goes on and on. An incredible value for the price! Location is great, the beach was not crowded. Traffic can be a problem but that is not unusual for panhandle stays. Highly recommend this suite to anyone for a short or longer stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

About the host

Hosted by Pamela Manko

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Born and raised and lived in Midwest most of life - moved to the south 10 years ago! Best decision evah!
We travel a lot and enjoy hosting others enjoy our slice of paradise!

Why they chose this property

We were drawn to the Emerald coast for its blue waters and white sand. We loved the open spacious feel of the El Matador and how much room the condo has along with the resort itself - plenty of green space which is very uncommon on beach front properties. We also benefit from being at the edge of the undeveloped beach - we have much more room to spread out on the beach - you won't find two rows of beach chairs to navigate through to get to the water!

What makes this property unique

We are a 24/7 gated community - we offer tennis courts, pickleball, basketball, two pools, jacuzzi, saunas, gym, recreation room and so much more!

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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