A golf cart offers a convenient way to explore Anna Maria Island, from beach access points to local shops and restaurants. Before booking, consider your group size, rental needs, and street-legal requirements. This guide walks through how to book a street-legal golf cart on Anna Maria Island with confidence.
Choosing the Right Golf Cart & Rental Options
When planning your golf cart rental on Anna Maria Island, consider these key factors before reserving:
- Passenger Capacity: Choose a cart with enough seating for your entire group. Compare the golf cart sizes available on Anna Maria Island to find the right fit.
- Gas vs. Electric: Gas carts have a $30 refueling fee, while electric carts travel approximately 15 to 20 miles per charge. Electric carts need about 8 to 10 hours to recharge fully, so consider your daily travel needs and access to charging.
- Rental Duration: Match your booking to your stay, from single-day rentals for short visits to three-day or weekly rentals for longer vacations. Review which rental period fits your Anna Maria Island vacation before deciding.
- Beach Gear Bundling: Save time by pairing your golf cart with essentials like cribs, high chairs, beach shade, kayaks, paddleboards, snorkel gear, or bikes.
Reserving early may give you more options, especially during holidays and peak travel seasons on the island.
A Few Things to Know Before You Ride
The primary renter must be at least 25, with a valid driver's license and active auto insurance. Confirm these requirements before booking, especially if someone else in your group may need to drive.
Children six and under must use a car seat. The company provides one free car seat per cart, with additional seats available for rent. For information about Florida’s legal requirements, review the state’s child restraint statute.
Street-legal golf carts can operate on permitted roads, subject to applicable traffic laws and restrictions. Review Florida's low-speed vehicle requirements before driving to understand the rules that may apply to your rental.
Confirming Your Booking Details
Share your arrival and departure dates, rental home address, and number of riders when booking. Specify how many children need car seats and which additional gear you would like to reserve.
Mention any special requirements or questions before your arrival. Confirming these details early helps clarify your rental arrangements and reduces the chance of last-minute surprises.
Before finalizing your reservation, check these details:
- Is the delivery address correct?
- Does everyone who plans to drive meet the rental requirements?
- Is all the gear you need included in the reservation?
- Does the cart have enough passenger capacity for your group?
- Are your delivery date and rental period correct?
Review your confirmation before arrival and contact the rental team if anything needs correcting.
The Best Price Guarantee
Fun And More Rentals guarantees competitive prices on Anna Maria Island. If you find a lower price from a local competitor for a comparable rental, contact the team. The company will meet and beat the price, subject to the guarantee's terms.
Plans Change. Here's What to Know.
Travel plans can change, so review the cancellation policy before booking.
You can cancel golf carts and other rental items at least 24 hours before delivery for a full refund. If you cancel a golf cart on delivery day, the company retains one day's rental charge and refunds the rest. Office pickup reservations qualify for a full refund if canceled.
If a rental has already started, the company will collect the items and issue a prorated refund for unused days. Cancellations due to weather or preference are not accepted once the rental has begun. Refunds go to the card on file unless otherwise requested.
Read the full cancellation policy and contact the office as soon as your plans change to clarify your options.
From Delivery to Your First Island Ride
Fun And More Rentals delivers golf carts to rental homes and picks them up at the end of the stay. Delivery and pickup are free in Anna Maria, Holmes Beach, and Bradenton Beach. Read more about how delivery works.
When the cart arrives, the team reviews the rules of the road in person. Renters can ask questions about operating the cart and where it can be driven before heading out.
Anna Maria Island Golf Cart Booking FAQs
How do I reserve a golf cart?
Reserve online, or call 941-462-2719 or 1-866-931-9840. Have your arrival and departure dates, rental home address, and number of riders ready. Booking early also gives you more time to arrange additional vacation gear.
What information should I provide when booking?
Provide your rental dates, accommodation address, and number of riders. Mention any children who need car seats and additional gear you'd like to reserve. Confirming these details early helps the team prepare for your arrival.
Who can rent a golf cart?
The primary renter must be at least 25 and have a valid driver's license and active auto insurance. Confirm these requirements before booking, particularly if other members of your group plan to drive.
Is a car seat included with the rental?
Yes. Children six and under must use a safety car seat under the rental’s policy. Fun and More provides one free car seat per cart, with additional seats available for rent. Mention your needs when booking so the appropriate equipment can be arranged.
Do you charge for delivery and pickup?
No. Delivery to your rental home and pickup at the end of your stay are free in Anna Maria, Holmes Beach, and Bradenton Beach. Gas carts have a separate $30 refueling fee.
Can I rent bikes, beach gear, or baby gear with my cart?
Yes. Available options include bikes, beach umbrellas and canopies, cribs, high chairs, and water gear. Mention the items you need when booking so the rentals can be coordinated.
Should I choose a gas or electric cart?
Electric carts travel approximately 15 to 20 miles per charge and need about 8 to 10 hours to recharge fully. Gas carts offer longer range but have a $30 refueling fee. Consider your daily travel plans and charging access when choosing.
Will someone explain how to drive the cart?
Yes. The team reviews the rules of the road when the cart arrives. Read the golf cart safety guide beforehand to prepare for your first ride.
What if my plans change?
Cancellations made at least 24 hours before delivery qualify for a full refund. Delivery-day cancellations and requests made after a rental begins may have different terms. Contact the rental team promptly if your plans change.
Your Island Adventure Starts Here
Once your reservation is confirmed, you can look forward to your trip knowing the cart, extra gear, and delivery are arranged. A little planning leaves more time to enjoy the island once you arrive.
Reserve your street-legal golf cart with Fun And More Rentals for a smoother Anna Maria Island getaway.
About the Author
Fun And More Rentals is the largest vacation equipment rental company on Anna Maria Island. Nearly 20 years ago, the business started with just two bicycles and has since grown to serve thousands of families each year. Free delivery and pickup, along with the Best Price Guarantee, help make vacation planning easier. The goal is simple: help guests spend less time managing logistics and more time enjoying their island stay.
