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Mermaid Hideaway at El Matador Unit 621!

Condo on the beach, with outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool, a heated pool
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV
Interior
On Okaloosa Island, El Matador's Studio apartment offers a serene retreat with a beautiful balcony view. Take leisurely strolls to the private beach, unwind in the hot tub or stay active at the tennis courts and gym. The cozy unit is fully furnished with a king bed and queen sofa sleeper.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Mermaid Hideaway at El Matador Unit 621!

This is a wonderful Studio apartment at the El Matador complex on Okaloosa Island with a beautiful balcony view, close walk to the beautiful private beach, close to tennis courts, seasonally heated pool, gym, and hot tub. The unit is well equipped and cozy, kitchen fully furnished, with one King bed and a queen sofa sleeper. This is a unique and tranquil hideaway at the El Matador!!

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Heated pool

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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

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
Onsite 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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 neighborhood

Map
Fort Walton Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Okaloosa Island Beach - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center - 5 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island - 6 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Okaloosa Island Pier - 6 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Emerald Coast Science Center - 11 min drive - 4.8 miles

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Mermaid Hideaway at El Matador Unit 621! have a pool?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Mermaid Hideaway at El Matador Unit 621!?

As of Oct 15, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mermaid Hideaway at El Matador Unit 621! on Oct 23, 2025 start from $74.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Mermaid Hideaway at El Matador Unit 621! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Mermaid Hideaway at El Matador Unit 621!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mermaid Hideaway at El Matador Unit 621!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Mermaid Hideaway at El Matador Unit 621! located?

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

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Reviews

Mermaid Hideaway at El Matador Unit 621! Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Eco-friendliness

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 49 out of 52 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 52 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 52 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 52 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 52 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tara T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very relaxing vacation
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Misti W.

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

Great place

Wonderful property and perfect weekend getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

marcelene h.

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

Get away

The place was great with no complaints! I would stay there again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Ginny O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great time!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather D.

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

Time away

I came to decompress from everyday life. This place was perfect!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

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

Memorial getaway!!!

We had a excellent time. Everything was as descibed. Very clean and comfortable. Close walk to beach and quiet and remote. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bailey C.

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

Wonderful experience!

It was a great place! Clean & James was very easy to communicate with. The pool was close, beach was about a 5 minute walk with 2 small babies. Overall, we had a wonderful time. Would not hesitate to book with James again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David L.

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

Spring Break 2024

We enjoyed the beach and the room was cozy and clean.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gerald P.

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

Great spot

Coziness Clean Location Relaxing Great communication
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike W.

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

Beautiful Beach!

Had a great stay! Clean, comfortable and easy access to beach. Pools were very refreshing. Communication with James was flawless and will definitely consider this place again in the future!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacqui C.

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

Wonderful little getaway for us!

We had a great time while staying there. We had no issues with anything and enjoyed the apartment. Close walk to the beach!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia S.

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

Fun time

It was a great place to stay close to everything that we wanted todo
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel W., Decatur

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

Great experience

Well maintained. Great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Courtney A., Moultrie, Georgia

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

Loved it

Perfect place for us!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne D.

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

Love the location!

The condo is super cute and cozy! Great location! Walkable to the beach! Host is amazing! Definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This place is positioned away from the main building but close enough for a short walk to a beautiful, secluded beach. Dunes from an undeveloped area are adjacent to this property which makes it unique and tranquil. The tennis court and gym are right by this building. My daughter engages in these activities so she was happy about that. There is a heated pool, sauna, basketball court, grill and whirlpool steps away from the building as well. Its a very cute, cozy dwelling that we'll visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

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

Mermaid Condo

Absolutely stunning efficiency. In fact, I plan to use some of the interior design elements in my home. The owners are very nice and easy to reach out to. I plan to stay here again soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph B.

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

Nice getaway

Nice cozy condo. Place was supplied with everything we needed, chairs,umbrellas,etc. Short walk to beach. Owner responded promptly to our questions. We really enjoyed our stay there.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Abel A.

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

Ft Walton Birthday Getaway

My fiance and I booked a 4 day getaway for her bithday. We had a wonderful time, the condo was awesome, clean, great communication with the owner/agent. Highly recommend it!! I guarantee you will be happy, a very quaint relaxed time!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brandi U.

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

Breathtaking View & Comfy Condo

The condo was immaculate and had everything we needed for a short get away! Communication with the owner was great and he answered all of our questions in a timely manner. The view of the gulf was amazing! Spent so much time at the beautiful beach that was just steps away. Would absolutely stay at this location again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

nicole v.

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

Family time is the best time!

Thank you for sharing your lil condo with me during my visit with my mom! While I didn’t use any appliances the kitchen was well stocked for anyone who enjoys cooking! The gorgeous white quartz beach is just a few steps away! This is a cute little place to just get away!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Monica B.

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

Perfect little beach studio

I stayed here with my daughter and partner. The studio’s location was wonderful- just a short walk to a beautiful beach. Two great pools on the property and one just steps away. Plenty of restaurants close by. The condo was adorable! All necessary amenities were in place and great personal touches. The pull out couch was comfortable and there were beach chairs and an umbrella available for use. The patio has a high top table and chairs and a couple rattan sitting chairs- perfect for coffee in the morning. I would definitely book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brandy D.

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

Perfect!

The Mermaid Hideaway is very clean and comfortable! It had everything we needed and more. We slept very well on the bed as well as the sofa bed. The El Matador is very nice and immaculately maintained. It was my second stay at El Matador but first time in this unit. I really loved its location. It is in the smaller building on the 2nd floor. It was very convenient to a pool and a very short walk to the beach. While we brought our own beach chairs, it was nice to see that the owners had made their chairs and umbrella available. Great communication from owners - would love to stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brittany W.

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

Family Vacation

The unit was clean and had everything we needed for our stay. The building itself was also very nice, we had only a few neighbors, who were respectful of quiet times. The building had a nice pool and we were located right next to the tennis/pickleball court, so there was always something to do. Even though this particular building isn't right on the beach, the walk was short. The location was amazing, the beach wasn't super crowded like they are in Destin. We didn't have any restaurants within walking distance, but there were several just down the road. The owner's communication was excellent and very informative. Overall, it was our favorite family trip. Thank you for a great stay! (Family of 3- with teenager)
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kara G.

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

Fall Break with the kiddos

I booked this property last minute after canceling a trip to Myrtle Beach due to Hurricane Ian. The owner answered all of my questions promptly and even checked in with us during our stay. The space was cozy and decorated nicely, with everything you could need for cooking and lounging around. Our building housed the heated pool, which was a hit with my younger kiddo. The area was safe enough to allow my teens to walk down to the beach on their own. We really liked that their is an Air Force Base nearby. The beach was private and beautiful. We are counting down the days until we can return. Thanks for a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

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