which area to stay? here is what we like

traveling with a family of 8. 2 kids under 8, 4 middle aged, 2 grandparents.

we want to rent a house. want something that we can walk to swim in the water.

don%26#39;t want to be too far from a place where we can grab a pint or glass of wine.

any areas you can recommend?

which area to stay? here is what we like

I think that Oak Bluffs would be the best for you. If you are thinking of bringing a car, which would be good for 8 of you. If you are bringing your car, you need ferry reservations NOW. The phone number is 508-477-8600. You could look into renting a house. Then you could walk to the beach, town or for that glass of wine.

If the wine is not that important, since you will have a car and be able to drive to purchase it and possibly bring it back to your room, then you could stay in Vineyard Haven.

You can visit www.mvol.com and find many accommodations or try www.mvy.com (The chamber of commerce) or www.weneedavacation.com. Good luck.