Located on the shores of Okaloosa Island, Beachside Haven 210 offers a tranquil retreat within El Matador complex. This beachfront haven boasts two pools, tennis courts and fitness center while offering easy access to The Boardwalk's vibrant restaurants and activities. Guests can enjoy grilling out or unwind in the whirlpools.
Reviews
8.68.6 out of 10
Excellent
Entire condo
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6103 sq m
Popular amenities
Pool
Spa pool
Kitchen
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
Gym
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About this property
Snowbird Deals Jan Feb!BeachFRONT Complex-Pool-Tennis-2BR El Matador 210
Top Reasons to Book this Cozy Condo:
* Beach Front Complex
* Budget-Friendly
* Beachside Swimming Pool, Grills, Tennis Courts and Fitness Center
* Just 2 miles to The Boardwalk
* Near the Okaloosa Island Pier and The Gulfarium
* Professionally Managed; 24/7 Service
The El Matador complex is situated on the beach on gorgeous Okaloosa Island! This spacious 2BR/2BA condo offers a king in the master, queen bed in the guest room, and a queen sleeper sofa in the living room, sleeping up to 6 guests comfortably. Put your feet up and relax with a good movie after a long day at the beach in the beautiful living room. If you're looking for a fantastic place to unwind, this is it at Beachside Haven 210.
*This property is NOT AVAILABLE for rent to those under the age of 25. No Exceptions.*
*****CONSTRUCTION***** ***Please be aware that Building 2 of El Matador complex will be undergoing a project that includes painting, walkway coating and stucco restoration beginning in mid-April. Occupants will experience dust, debris and noise during business hours and see construction activity in the various areas of the buildings. We await the schedule of the project but know that exact dates may changes due to weather and other factors.***
*We LOVE Snowbirds! Low Monthly Winter Rates* Snowbird Season runs November thru February, on a monthly basis. To prepare a qualified quote, select your arrival date (must be the 1st day of the month) and the departure date (must be the 1st day of the month). Alternate dates must be pre-approved. All monthly rentals are subject to an additional $150 cleaning fee. Please contact us with your interest and to further assist!"
El Matador complex is beautifully landscaped on 12acres featuring lush palm trees and manicured lawn. The resort has access to beachfront soft white sand with natures surf. Many shopping establishments, fine restaurants and a variety of water sports are available. Amenities includes two pools, tennis, pickle ball, basketball courts, a fitness center, whirlpools, saunas, meeting rooms and more.
Bed Set-Up:
Master Bedroom: King Bed Guest Bedroom: Queen Bed Living Room: Queen Sleeper Sofa
Area Attractions:
Located in Fort Walton within walking distance of several excellent restaurants, convenient to the Fort Walton Beach art museum, Gulf Island National Seashore, Sasquatch Zoo and numerous shopping opportunities and water sports.
Okaloosa Island has a fruitful fishing pier – a recent guest caught over 20 fish including lady fish, blue fish and a small shark!
Welcome to The Boardwalk! We are located directly on The Gulf of Mexico, on the beaches of beautiful Okaloosa Island! The Boardwalk is your one-stop destination for fun, day and night! Relax on the beaches of The Gulf of Mexico while sipping a frozen concoction prepared at our outdoor bar upstairs at The Crab Trap, stroll the boardwalk and visit Islanders Coastal Outfitters for new beach attire or grab a frozen snack from Pino Gelato. When day turns to night, Al’s Beach Club is our premier club and burger bar. Hungry? We've got that covered as well! Grab some fresh from the Gulf seafood from any of our great beachfront restaurants located directly on The Boardwalk!
Property amenities
Beach
On the beach
Pool/Spa
Communal pool
Hot tub
Sauna
Internet
Available in the condo: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Laundry
Laundromat nearby
Work spaces
Meeting rooms
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Near the bay
Near the marina
Near the sea
Things to do
Gym
Optional golf privileges
Tennis
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Parasailing nearby
Rafting nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Theme park nearby
Water skiing 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets not 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
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
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
About the area
Located in Okaloosa Island, a neighbourhood in Fort Walton Beach, this condo is near theme parks and on the beach. Shoppers can check out HarborWalk Village, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Fort Walton Beaches and Okaloosa Island Beach. Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and Emerald Coast Science Center are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and ecotours. Visit our Fort Walton Beach travel guide
Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
20 min drive
Restaurants
Whataburger
8 min drive
Olive Garden
9 min drive
Stewby’s Seafood Shanty
10 min drive
Ocean Buffet
10 min drive
Slim Chickens
8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Snowbird Deals Jan Feb!BeachFRONT Complex-Pool-Tennis-2BR El Matador 210 have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
Is Snowbird Deals Jan Feb!BeachFRONT Complex-Pool-Tennis-2BR El Matador 210 pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Snowbird Deals Jan Feb!BeachFRONT Complex-Pool-Tennis-2BR El Matador 210?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Snowbird Deals Jan Feb!BeachFRONT Complex-Pool-Tennis-2BR El Matador 210?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Snowbird Deals Jan Feb!BeachFRONT Complex-Pool-Tennis-2BR El Matador 210?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Snowbird Deals Jan Feb!BeachFRONT Complex-Pool-Tennis-2BR El Matador 210 located?
Located in Okaloosa Island, this condo building is within a 10-minute walk of Santa Rosa Sound, Fort Walton Beaches and Okaloosa Island Beach. Ross Marler Park and Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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Snowbird Deals Jan Feb!BeachFRONT Complex-Pool-Tennis-2BR El Matador 210 Reviews
Reviews
Excellent
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
The trip was good because we saw our friends. Condo was nice enough and very clean however the beds are really not good. In fact, none of the furnishings were comfortable. Too bad because the location was perfect.
Dave and Debi W.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified
6/10 Okay
Sherry B.
18 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication
Beach
We loved the ground floor and access to the laundry alt house love laundry in room so much better. We had a sewage smell in one of the bathrooms from the time we arrived. I addressed it with no reply. The bath in the other bathroom did not drain well at all. Standing in dirty water is not fun!!! We were not aware where our condo really was located, like in which building, and I addressed that at well with no reply. Not a great condo with support but we had great weather and enjoyed our stay!!
always wanted to stay at El Matador. We needed easy access for wheelchair and this place on first floor was perfect. I have stayed in fancy places and this was simplier but with added frills like the mattresses were the top of the line. complete with bed bug protector, yep I checked. towels and bedding were immaculate. It was quiet except for the neighbor's wind chimes that I heard at night only and now I want one. This unit had the most convenient location for use. lawn was manicured. parking easy. The host was perfect and quickly responded and checked. sure, I could nit pick some stuff. But no way would I. I love the retro vibe of the structure and location location location. Wish it was my forever home. thanks
The place is great the location is perfect, very clean everything, the distance from the beach with the perfect apartment, a small detail have to repair the light of a room that does not work with the control.
No internet with kids, floors needed mopping badly, nasty worn out rug in living room, stools was not as shown so the little short stools didn't work out at the bar
Susan E.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified
6/10 Okay
Noralee G.
17 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy
No ocean/beach view
The bed in the guest bedroom felt like you were sleeping on box springs, very uncomfortable. The living room furniture is also very uncomfortable and the dining room chairs are uneven and have loose legs. As far as location, close to the trash disposal and laundry. Does NOT have beach or ocean view and the pools are on the average size, nothing like what the pictures lead you to believe. Condo is in close to walking distance to both pools and the beach. The womens hot tub was broke down our entire stay.
The unit served its purpose but the weather did not cooperate for the week. Toilet in master bath seemed to struggle to flush. A few plunges did the trick. Very happy with the overall experience.
Craig G.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2023
Verified
6/10 Okay
Judith S.
8 May 2023
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Ok
Our stay was ok. The place could use a little more updating, cleaning, and sprucing up. For example, bath tub finish was worn off and was stained with (blue spots) in addition to places where it looked dirty. Place could us a fresh coat of paint. - not just on the walls but on the trim that was dirty and nicked up. Sofa was stained. Place could use a few more niceties……like coffee filters or a reusable coffee filter, salt & pepper. Instructions for Wi-Fi and TV ( I didn’t think to go into kitchen and look on refrig). Dishwasher was not anchored to the cabinets and did not work. Bedspread in master was super thin and plain (looked like an oversized bed pad w/o sides. Not enough curtain panels to cover the sliding door. Blinds that only go up part way. The place just needed a little more attention to detail and niceties. BTW, we never could get the place as bright and sunny looking as photos.