Riding in Style: Golf Cart Rentals on AMI

Golf carts are a popular way to get around Anna Maria Island and are ideal for exploring the entire 7-mile stretch from Holmes Beach to Bradenton Beach. There’s no better way to experience life like a local than by enjoying a leisurely ride to visit boutique shops, search for a new favorite coffee spot, or simply take a trip to the beach than with your very own golf cart rental. Bonus: golf carts are allowed on roads with speed limits of 35MPH and lower, making them one of the easiest ways to enjoy the island during your stay.

Updated Golf Cart Availability for Serendipity Rentals

Unfortunately, our entire fleet of golf carts was destroyed during the recent hurricanes, and we are working diligently to adjust and continue providing the best possible experience for our guests. The change we feel confident in making is supplying a complimentary golf cart for a 5-night or more stay and offering a golf cart  for shorter stays at a reduced nightly rate of $100/day.  At this time our insurance requires a North American driver’s license and auto insurance so our international guests will not have access to our golf carts.

Here’s how we are handling golf cart arrangements moving forward:

• Reservations booked on or after November 1st, 2024, and for stays of 5 days or longer : We will provide either a golf cart or a credit that can be used to book a golf cart with the provider of your choice.
• Reservations booked on or before October 31st, 2024 : We will provide either a golf cart or a credit that can be used to book a golf cart with the provider of your choice.
• Reservations for less than 5 days : We offer the golf cart at a reduced nightly rate of $100/day, as well as will share a link to book with our preferred providers, who offer discounted rates exclusively for our guests.

Important Reminder:

Our golf carts are  street-legal  and require the following:

• A signed Golf Cart Waiver,
• A valid North American Driver’s License, and
• Proof of Auto Insurance.

Currently, our insurance requires a North American driver’s license and auto insurance, so our international guests will not have access to our golf carts.

Below you will find a guide to just a handful of the golf cart rental companies based on Anna Maria Island. 

Golf Cart Rental Services of Anna Maria Island

Coconut Rentals 

5338 Gulf Dr, Holmes Beach, FL 34217

Coconut Rentals is a family-owned and locally operated cart rental business on the island. They promise outstanding customer service and quality carts to help you fall in love with the island even more. Not only that but  Coconut Rentals also offers a 5% discount to Serendipity customers and a 10% discount to active or retired military or first responders.

Coconut Rentals offers the following types of carts for rental: 

• Standard Four Passenger
• Standard Six Passenger
• Premium Four Passenger
• Premium Six Passenger 

Standard Carts come equipped with 

Standard Features: 

• Street-legal, Lifted, Gas-Powered Cart
• Rear seat converts to cargo bed for hauling beach gear and goodies!
• LED lights (headlights, taillights, running lights, and turn signals) 
• 14” tires with upgraded suspension 
• Extended overhead canopy 
• Ultra Quiet Engine 
• Up to 100 Mile Range 
• Cupholders & Grab Handles 
• USB Ports/Charging Station 
• Ample Leg room for 4 Full-Size Adults

Premium carts Come equipped with 

All standard features plus: 

• Street-legal, Lifted, Gas-Powered Cart 
• Brand New! 2025 American Made Club Car Onward 
• Premium Seat Cushions offering supreme comfort and style 
• Waterproof 500 Watt Bluetooth soundbar and light system 
• Tuxedo Black Paint 
• Ample Leg room for 6 Full-Size Adults

Keep in mind that you must be 21 and have a valid driver’s license to drive the carts from Coconut Rentals. 

The Island Golf Carts

6600 Marina Dr, Holmes Beach, FL 34217

The Island Golf Carts has a fleet made up entirely of newer luxury carts, both four and six-passenger models, that range from production years 2022-2025. 

This includes: 

• Four Passenger Premium Carts
• Six Passenger Electric Carts
• Six Passenger Premium Carts 

The carts feature no branding or logos, so you’ll feel even more like a local, able to blend in without feeling like a billboard. Island Golf Carts offers rental periods starting at one- day and can be extended to the length of your entire stay. With easy online booking and drop-off procedures, it is easy to see why The Island Golf Carts has so many favorable reviews online. 

Lazy Turtle Beach Rentals

314 Pine Ave Anna Maria, FL 34216

Lazy Turtle Beach Rentals doesn’t just rent your beach equipment like kayaks, umbrellas, life jackets, paddleboards, etc, they also offer golf cart rentals, including: 

• Four Passanger LSV Carts
• Six-passenger LSV Carts
• Eight-passenger LSV Carts

All drivers must be over 25 and hold a valid driver’s license. 

Important Things to Keep in Mind While Operating a golf cart on AMI

Rules for operating a Golf Cart on the island are as follows:

• Abiding by all traffic laws, including seat belts and child safety seats.
• Parking only in legally designated areas or spaces.
• No reckless driving.
• No driving under the influence of alcohol or substances.
• No driving on beaches, sidewalks, or bike paths.
• No drivers under the age of 21.
• The weight limit for four passenger carts is 800 pounds maximum.
• The weight limit for six-passenger carts is 1,200 pounds maximum.
• Do not go on any road that has a speed limit over 35 mph.

Additional Tips

Be sure to check with the company to confirm the rental age restrictions on their carts. While some companies offer rentals to those 21 and over, many have an age restriction of 25 and up!

Your automobile insurance will be the primary insurance on your rental cart. Any drivers must register with their driver’s license number and hold automobile insurance.

Florida law requires children ages five and under to be secured properly in a crash-tested, federally approved child restraint device.

A Note from Serendipity

We understand the importance of having convenient and fun transportation during your visit, and we appreciate your understanding and flexibility as we navigate these changes.

Should you have any questions or need assistance with your reservation, please don’t hesitate to reach out.

Warm regards,

Lyn and Rick Puskas

Serendipity Vacation Rentals