House - Rating 5 (17)

Carefree Cay


Bedroom 3 bedrooms
Bathroom 2 baths
Half Bathroom 1 half baths
Guests 6 guests
Pets Allowed Pets Allowed

  • Address: 217 Sycamore Ave
  • Location: Anna Maria
  • Type: House

Location Location

Description Description
Carefree Cay by Anna Maria Island Accommodations
217 Sycamore Avenue, Anna Maria, FL, 34216
VR16-000412

Welcome to Carefree Cay, a three-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bath vacation home in the north end of Anna Maria Island. Just a short two-block stroll from the soft white sands of Anna Maria Beach and the charming shops and restaurants along Pine Avenue, this spacious retreat offers a private pool, spa, shuffleboard, and inviting indoor and outdoor living spaces. Designed with families and groups in mind, Carefree Cay has everything you need for a carefree and memorable Anna Maria Island getaway.

Highlights
• 2-Minute Walk to Anna Maria Beach
• 3 Bedrooms / 2.5 Bathrooms
• 2 Kings, 1 Full over Full Bunk
• Private Heated Pool and Spa
• Outdoor Dining with BBQ Grill
• Deck for sun lounging or star gazing in the peaceful evenings
• Indoor Shuffleboard
• Washer and Dryer
• Steps to Pine Avenue Shops and Restaurants
• Dog friendly (with approval, fee, and restrictions)
• Parking for 3 Vehicles

Step into your private backyard oasis where a heated pool and spa are surrounded by lush greenery and plenty of lounge seating. Fire up the BBQ grill and enjoy meals at the outdoor dining table or relax with family and friends under the Florida sunshine. For more fun, head indoors to the game area with a shuffleboard and cozy seating.

Inside, the home is filled with tropical décor, natural light, and vibrant touches that make it feel both fun and relaxing. The main living room has plush seating and a large TV for family movies, while the second living area downstairs offers board games, shuffleboard, and an inviting spot to gather. The fully stocked kitchen includes all the essentials plus a breakfast bar for casual dining, and the dining table is ready for memorable meals after a day exploring the island.

The primary suite on the second floor is designed for relaxation with a king bed, flatscreen TV, and spa-inspired ensuite bathroom featuring a walk-in shower and soaking tub. Another upstairs bedroom has a king bed and ample closet space, while the third bedroom includes a set of full over full bunks, perfect for kids or additional guests. A cheerful hall bathroom with a shower/tub combo serves the guest rooms, and a washer and dryer are available for added convenience.

Room Details
• Primary Bedroom (2nd Floor): King bed, ensuite bathroom with walk-in shower and soaking tub
• Second Bedroom (2nd Floor): King bed
• Third Bedroom (2nd Floor): Full over full bunks
• Hall Bathroom: Shower/tub combo

Carefree Cay offers parking for three vehicles and a location that makes exploring easy. Walk two blocks to Anna Maria Beach for sunny days on the sand, or head over to Pine Avenue for boutique shopping, local dining, and island attractions. Hop on the island trolley for a carefree ride to Holmes Beach, Bradenton Beach, and beyond.

With its spacious layout, private pool and spa, fun game spaces, and prime location near beaches and shops, Carefree Cay by Anna Maria Island Accommodations is the perfect choice for your next island escape. Book today and start making unforgettable memories on beautiful Anna Maria Island!


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Please note: The garage is not available for guest use.

Pets allowed with prior permission. (2 dogs max up to 100lbs) Not sure how you want to word or place this.

3 cars maximum are able to park at this home. We ask our guests to please plan accordingly and coordinate with your group. There is no overnight parking available for additional vehicles.

This home is managed by AMI Accommodations, an Anna Maria Island property management company.

We do not accept reservations from anyone under 25 years of age. We do not allow persons under 25 to occupy a property unless accompanied by someone over 25 years of age.

Please see our AMI Accommodations Rental Policies for full details.

Please Remember: "You are vacationing in a residential area. Please be a good neighbor by keeping the noise to a respectful level during the day and night. Excessive and unreasonable noise can deprive neighbors of the peaceful enjoyment of their private property." *Exceeding the noise ordinance could result in disciplinary actions including fines and/or termination of your rental agreement without refund.

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Bedding Bedding
Bedroom 1
1 King

Attached Bathroom

Bedroom 2
1 King

Bedroom 3
2 Twin


Amenities 78 Amenities
Essentials
  • Air Conditioning
  • Beach Chairs Provided
  • Beach Towels Included
  • Bed Linens
  • Dryer
  • Free Wifi
  • Hair Dryer
  • Heating
  • Hospital Close By
  • Hot Water
  • Iron and Ironing Board
  • Long Term Stays Allowed
  • Pets Allowed
  • Private Entrance
  • Required Stairs
  • Towels
  • Washer
  • Wifi
Exterior
  • Backyard
  • Balcony
  • BBQ Grill
  • Fenced Yard
  • Heated Pool
  • Hot Tub or Spa
  • Outdoor Dining Area
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Outdoor Shower
  • Private Pool
  • Sun Loungers
  • Uncovered Deck
Fun and Entertainment
  • Board Games
  • Books and Reading Material
  • Game Room
  • Games
  • Pool Table
  • Smart TV
  • TV
  • TV with Cable
Home Safety
  • Carbon Monoxide Detector
  • Contactless Check-In
  • Deadbolt Lock
  • Fire Extinguisher
  • Keyless Lock
  • Smoke Detector
Interior
  • Bathtub
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Clothes Hangers
  • Clothing Storage
  • Dedicated Workspace
  • Desk
  • Full Kitchen
  • Living Room
Kitchen
  • Baking Sheet
  • BBQ Utensils
  • Blender
  • Coffee Maker
  • Dining table
  • Dishes and Utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Hot Water Kettle
  • Ice Maker
  • Keurig Coffee Maker
  • Kitchen Island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Pots and Pans
  • Refrigerator
  • Stove
  • Toaster
  • Wine Glasses
Location
  • Anna Maria
  • Anna Maria Island
  • Beach Access Nearby
  • Less than a 5-minute walk to the beach
  • Residential Street
  • Walking Distance to Beach
Parking
  • Three (3) Parking Spaces

Reviews Rating 5 (17) Reviews
Rating 5
AMI checked in often and quickly remedied any issues. The house had lots of fun things for the kids to do in the game room that walks out to the pool!
Erin - Posted: 1/23/2026
Hi, Erin, thank you for the great feedback! We’re so happy to hear your stay at Carefree Cay with Anna Maria Island Accommodations was a hit, especially with the kids. That game room and pool setup is always a favorite, and we’re glad our local team was quick to help along the way. We’d love to welcome your family back for another fun filled island stay!!!
Prime Vacations staff
Rating 5
Absolutely LOVED our stay and would love to stay again!! Clean, so much more spacious than the pictures made it seem, best location for food and the beach. Very responsive when we had questions.
Sara - Posted: 1/10/2026
Thank you for choosing us for your recent stay! Every review and every star you give us makes a huge difference to our success. If you enjoyed your stay, we'd love your 5-star review! We hope to host you again in the future!
Prime Vacations staff
Rating 5
Excellent Location
We had a great time here for a week with the family. The house was very clean and the pool and hot tub was really great. It's one block to the beach and one block to Pine street where a lot of stores and restaurants. It's really an amazing location. The pool and hot tub were really great and the host was really responsive to any requests. Highly recommend this place.
Jeff - Posted: 4/21/2025
We are delighted to hear that you and your family had a wonderful time during your stay. It's fantastic that the house met your expectations, with the clean accommodations, great amenities like the pool and hot tub, and the convenient location close to the beach and Pine Street. We're also pleased to know that the host was responsive to your needs. Thank you for the recommendation, and we hope you'll consider staying with us again in the future.
Prime Vacations staff
Rating 5
Perfect Beach House
This was our first time on AMI, and this beach house was perfect. Not only is it very nicely set up, but it is well appointed, clean, and a very short walk to the beach. A
Lauren - Posted: 4/12/2025
Thank you for choosing us for your recent stay! Every review and every star you give us makes a huge difference to our success. If you enjoyed your stay, we'd love your 5-star review! We hope to host you again in the future!
Prime Vacations staff
Rating 5
Paradise...
Even better then expected.
Michael S. - Posted: 9/28/2024
Thank you for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear that your stay exceeded your expectations. It means so much to us that you had such a positive experience, and we hope to welcome you back for another amazing visit soon!
Prime Vacations staff
Rating 5
The Beginning of a Tradition
My wife, kids, and I all absolutely loved this property! It had all of the amenities that we needed, it was incredibly close to the beach (less than a 3 min walk), and the pool was beautiful. All in all we could not have asked for more!!
Sean R. - Posted: 5/26/2024
Sean, we're thrilled to hear that you and your family absolutely loved our property! It's wonderful that it had all the amenities you needed, was conveniently close to the beach, and that you enjoyed the beautiful pool. Thank you for sharing your positive experience, and we hope to welcome you all back for another fantastic stay in the future!
Prime Vacations staff
Rating 5
Great Location!
Great location- close to beach and close to Pine St. For shopping and restaurants! We walked most everywhere. Heated pool and hot tub were nice for the cooler days. Very responsive property managers too. Stairs are only way in/out which was no issue for us, just good to be aware of if that’s an issue for anyone in your group. Overall a very nice rental!
Kathy E. - Posted: 2/15/2024
Kathy, thank you for your positive review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the great location of our property, with its proximity to the beach, shopping, and restaurants. It's wonderful that you were able to walk to most places during your stay. We're glad you found the heated pool and hot tub enjoyable, especially on cooler days. We hope to welcome you back again in the future!
Prime Vacations staff
Rating 5
Great stay
This was our first trip to AMI and we thoroughly enjoyed it! Our rental unit was in a perfect location, walkable to the beach, restaurants, and shopping. Property MGMT was responsive to a minor issue and excellent to work with. Highly recommend!
Patty S. - Posted: 2/5/2024
Patty, we're thrilled to hear that you had a wonderful first trip to AMI! It's fantastic that our unit's location was perfect for your needs, allowing easy access to the beach, restaurants, and shopping. We're glad that our team was responsive and excellent to work with, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable experience for you. Thank you for your recommendation, and we would love to welcome you back again in the future!
Prime Vacations staff
Rating 5
Beautiful home with spa
Beautiful home with all amenities. The spa and pool were nice and relaxing. 5 minute walk to the beautiful beach and 10 minutes to the city pier. Gorgeous area. Lots of local restaurants to try. AMI kept in touch at all times. We just wish we’d stayed longer and we will definitely be back again. Thank you for a nice quiet week.
Carol D. - Posted: 1/29/2024
Carol, thank you for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your stay at our beautiful home and that you found all the amenities to your satisfaction. It's wonderful that you were able to relax and unwind in the spa and pool, and that the proximity to the beach and city pier added to your enjoyment. We're glad that you appreciated the local restaurants and that our team kept in touch throughout your stay. We look forward to welcoming you back again in the future for a longer stay! Thank you for choosing to spend your quiet week with us. If there's anything else we can do to make your next visit even more enjoyable, please don't hesitate to let us know. We appreciate your feedback!
Prime Vacations staff
Rating 5
Beautiful house in the perfect location
My wife and I, along with our two toddlers, had an amazing time in this house. It was very clean and as described in the listing. Perfect location a block from the beach which made it so convenient with toddlers. The pool area was just a relaxing quiet setting. A few blocks walk to cute little shops and restaurants too. We really enjoyed our time and hope to go back. The only two things I wish they had was possibly a pack ‘n play for younger ones to sleep in, and maybe a way to block or close off the step going down into the basement- I had to barricade the top of the steps with chairs.
William E. - Posted: 10/18/2023
William, thank you for sharing your experience with us! We're thrilled to hear that you and your family had an amazing time at the house and that it met your expectations. It's wonderful to know that the location near the beach was convenient for you, especially with toddlers, and that you enjoyed the relaxing pool area. We appreciate your feedback regarding the amenities, including the pack 'n play and a way to block off the steps going down into the basement. We'll definitely take your suggestions into consideration to improve the experience for future guests, especially those with young children. Thank you for choosing our property for your family vacation, and we hope to welcome you back again soon! If there's anything else we can do to make your next stay even more enjoyable, please don't hesitate to let us know. We look forward to hosting you again in the future!
Prime Vacations staff
Rating 5
Fall Breah
Quick access to the beach and great pool. Could use new beach chairs.
Rachel D. - Posted: 10/13/2023
Rachel, thank you for your feedback! We're glad to hear that you enjoyed the quick beach access and the pool. We appreciate your suggestion about the beach chairs and will pass this on to our team. If you have any other specific preferences or requests for your next stay, feel free to let us know. We strive to provide a comfortable and enjoyable experience for our guests. Thank you for choosing our property, and we hope to host you again in the future!
Prime Vacations staff
Rating 5
Anna Maria Island
Very nice and peaceful place. Amazing beach. We will probably return.
Ralph W. - Posted: 5/29/2023
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us, Ralph. We are glad you enjoyed your stay and hope to welcome you back soon!
Prime Vacations staff
Rating 5
Winter getaway
Great house and close to the beach. Beautiful private backyard with pool and hot tub.
Amanda L. - Posted: 2/18/2023
Amanda, thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. We are glad you enjoyed the home, pool, hot tub, and location. We hope to host you again in the future!
Prime Vacations staff
Rating 5
Surpass our expectations!
House was better than pictures. Very roomy and cozy. Had everything we needed. Will definitely return. Bottom entertainment room was a major plus. Pool and Jacuzzi were great.
Jean Carlo L. - Posted: 8/31/2020
Thank you so much for your feedback. Carefree Cay is indeed an amazing home. We’re glad it worked out so well for you and your family Please come see us again!
Prime Vacations staff
Rating 5
Fantastic House
My family enjoyed every minute in this house! The pool and backyard was fabulous. The rec room for the kids (I should say adult Kids) provides a space to allow them to stay up late and not keep others awake. The location to the beach is super close to walk. The property had a wagon which was PERFECT! And we were so close to all the places we loved to eat! I would rent this house again!
Sharon D. - Posted: 8/9/2020
Thank you for the great review Sharon! We are so glad to hear that you had a great stay at Carefree Cay!
Prime Vacations staff
Rating 5
PERFECT paradise!
PERFECT place for a vacation on AMI! Ideal location, close to the gorgeous beach and downtown Pine Avenue. Our family of four had plenty of room to eat, sleep and relax in this immaculate home. Layout was fantastic! After soaking up the sun at the beautiful beach, we went for a dip in the refreshing pool right in the backyard. Kitchen stocked with every appliance you can imagine! Openness of kitchen was wonderful.. Beds very comfortable. Super fun basement with shuffleboard opened right to the backyard with pool, hot tub, outdoor bathroom and closet packed with every beach / pool item you need. Plenty of towels, sheets, and pillows. We are already planning to book again so we can make AMI a family tradition!
Gin R. - Posted: 12/16/2019
Thank you so so much for your wonderful review of Carefree Cay. It is indeed a comfortable and stylish home with so many fine amenities. We thrilled that you describe it as perfect. Give us a call as you plan your next visit to Anna Maria Island, we would love to have you stay with us again!
Prime Vacations staff
Rating 5
Perfect beach house in a perfect location!
This house is so clean, modern and beach! 2 min walk to a gorgeous clean and open beach. A few blocks to shops and restaurants. Just perfect. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Julie S. S. - Posted: 12/9/2018
Thank you so much for letting us know about your stay with us at Carefree Cay. We're thrilled that you enjoyed the home and the closeness to the beach. We hope to have you stay with us again!
Prime Vacations staff
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