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🛥️🌞El Matador 622 - Sugar Dunes | Gulf Views + Free Parking Onsite

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At 🛥️🌞El Matador 622 - Sugar Dunes | Gulf Views + Free Parking Onsite, you can look forward to a gym, a sauna and a hot tub. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

1 bedroom1 bathroom45 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Pool
  • Spa pool
  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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About this property

🛥️🌞El Matador 622 - Sugar Dunes | Gulf Views + Free Parking Onsite

  • 🌴 Coastal Studio Retreat | Sugar Dunes

    El Matador | Okaloosa Island

    **Beginning 5/18/26 the HOA will be replacing the roof on our building. This work is expected to last 3 weeks. There will be noise and dust from this renovation.**

    ✨ Highlights

    • Cozy Gulf-view studio sleeping up to 4 guests
    • Private balcony with bar-height seating for Gulf views
    • King bed + sleeper sofa
    • Fully stocked kitchen with stainless appliances
    • Beach essentials provided
    • Free WiFi + Smart TVs
    • Free parking + EV charging available
    • Located in a peaceful, low-density resort surrounded by nature

    🌊 The Experience

    Tucked on the far west end of Okaloosa Island, El Matador offers a rare, quiet beach experience surrounded by miles of protected dunes and natural beauty. It’s the perfect place to slow down, spread out, and enjoy the beach without the crowds.

    🛏️ Sleeping & Bathroom

    • King bed + sleeper sofa
    • Full bathroom with tub/shower combo
    • Fresh linens, fluffy towels + starter toiletries provided

    🍽️ Kitchen & Dining

    • Fully equipped kitchen with stainless steel appliances
    • Drip + Keurig coffee maker ☕
    • Breakfast bar seating
    • Dine indoors or enjoy meals on the balcony

    🌴 Resort Amenities

    • 2 swimming pools (one Gulf-front, one nearby; seasonally heated)
    • Direct beach access just a short walk away
    • Fitness center
    • Tennis, pickleball & basketball courts
    • BBQ grills
    • Coin laundry just down the hall
    • There is a small elevator lift for those who don't want to use stairs

    ★ OKALOOSA ISLAND ★
    • "Sugar Dunes" is ideally located on Okaloosa Island offering a lower density beach vacation. There aren’t any high rises on OKI, so no more fighting for space or sitting in the 5th row! There are so many activities to enjoy, including:
    • Okaloosa Island Beach: A pristine stretch of white sand and emerald green water offering parasailing, pontoon & jet-ski rentals, and a fishing pier!
    • The Boardwalk with many shops and restaurants, beach volleyball, and a fishing pier + seasonal fireworks shows!
    • Wild Willys Adventure Zone - Features go-karts, mini-golf, bumper rides, and more, catering to family fam!
    • Destin – Just a short drive away you can spend the day enjoying the Harbor, Destin Commons, and a wide variety of shops, restaurants, golf, and spas!

    HOUSE RULES
    • Minimum Age: This property requires a minimum of one adult over the age of 25 stay at the property throughout the entire rental term. The primary guest is responsible for all additional guests.
    • Pet Free Property - Per the signed Rental Agreement, any violation of the NO PET policy will result in immediate eviction, plus additional cleaning charges. Our building does not allow guest pets and Emotional Support Animals are not required to be allowed by law in vacation rentals.
    • All reservations include a mandatory rental agreement to finalize your reservation that must be signed within 48 hours.
    • CHECK-IN BEGINS AT 4:00 PM CST and CHECK-OUT IS BY 10:00 AM CST.
    • Easy self-check-in is available via the keypad on the front door - a personalized code will be in your arrival instructions at check in time.
    • No smoking/vaping/drugs/firearms allowed in our condo or balcony
    • Max number of guests includes guests of all ages including infants/children to comply with our vacation rental permit, HOA laws, and local fire code laws. Exceeding the guest count is grounds for immediate eviction with no refund.
    • Parking for up to 2 cars in the open lot

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

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 an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Pickleball
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 480 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Located on the beach, this condo is in Okaloosa Island, a neighbourhood in Fort Walton 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 snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with rock climbing and ecotours. Visit our Fort Walton Beach travel guide
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What's nearby

  • Fort Walton Beaches
    Fort Walton Beaches
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Santa Rosa Sound
    Santa Rosa Sound
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Fort Walton Beach, USA Okaloosa Island fishing pier in Florida in Panhandle, Gulf of Mexico during sunny day, wave crashing on shore, white sand
    Okaloosa Island Beach
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • FortWaltonBeach_EmeraldCoastConventionCenter_6128040_03
    Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center
    4 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Under Okaloosa fishing pier in Fort Walton Beach, Florida with pillars, green shallow waves in Panhandle, Gulf of Mexico on summer sunny day
    Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island
    5 min drive - 4.9 km

Getting around

  • 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 🛥️🌞El Matador 622 - Sugar Dunes | Gulf Views + Free Parking Onsite have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is 🛥️🌞El Matador 622 - Sugar Dunes | Gulf Views + Free Parking Onsite pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at 🛥️🌞El Matador 622 - Sugar Dunes | Gulf Views + Free Parking Onsite?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 🛥️🌞El Matador 622 - Sugar Dunes | Gulf Views + Free Parking Onsite?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 🛥️🌞El Matador 622 - Sugar Dunes | Gulf Views + Free Parking Onsite?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 🛥️🌞El Matador 622 - Sugar Dunes | Gulf Views + Free Parking Onsite located?

Nestled on the beach, this Okaloosa Island condo building is within a 10-minute walk of Santa Rosa Sound, Fort Walton Beaches and Okaloosa Island Beach. Wayside Park and Ross Marler Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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🛥️🌞El Matador 622 - Sugar Dunes | Gulf Views + Free Parking Onsite Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful location. Steps to the beach and pool. The view is a bit misleading from the pictures, but the balcony is wonderful. There was some storage type containers along the wall to the beach which distracted from the view as well as a lot of large items for disposal by the dumpster which was not in line with the property care overall. Communication at the beginning of booking was lacking but no issues during stay. Lots of eateries nearby.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Richard B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The stay at El Matador was nice and relaxing. I had no issues with the condo. It was pretty nice as a matter of fact. I am working on transplanting myself from the greater Chicagoland region and am in the process of moving around to see where I would like to stay permanently. Okaloosa Island is a nice quiet place with very nice people if that is what you are looking for. I was here in mid February so I am not sure what happens yet when the "Spring Break" and "Vacation" seasons arrive. I am assuming that people keep the peace around the Ft. Walton Beach area and it doesn't get too crazy. I decided to relocate to the East end of the Island since I do not have a vehicle and the restaurants seem to be located over here. Overall, the Ft. Walton Beach area is a great place to relax and enjoy life if that's what you are looking to do.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2026