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September 30, 2026

  • Get Out of Town

The Lowdown on the Scottish Highlands

A wee bit of Edinburgh before heading into the countryside for plenty of hillwalking and three rural hotels, each extraordinary in its own way.

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Newsletter: September 30

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September 29, 2026

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Newly Renovated Within Historic Riven Rock

Designed to sit quietly in the land rather than command it, 790 Rockbridge Road is a 2.53-acre estate beneath a canopy of two-hundred-year-old oaks. Parcels of this size are essentially unavailable inside Riven Rock.

  • Hot Property

New Construction on Dorinda Triangle Sells for $11.25 Million

Last week's sales also include a Santa Ynez Valley compound; Montecito Shores two-bedroom for $5.85 million; spiffer-upper near Cold Spring School; Mesa off-market; 1980s colonial in Bel Air Knolls; and more

September 28, 2026

  • Odds & Ends

A Peek at the Biltmore’s Poolside Palapas

Plus: Contenders for the renaming of Calle Cesar Chavez; East Valley Road garage under new ownership; meeting about the proposed Padaro Lane railroad expansion; StretchLab Montecito has closed; new leather goods shop in El Paseo; vandalism of tree plaques; Ageless Fitness has moved; up next at Seimandi & Leprieur gallery. 16

September 27, 2026

  • Food Stuff

Opening in Carpinteria: Rincon General Bodega and Wine Bar

More food news: St. Bibiana is expanding; The Ellwood rethought its model; Alma Fonda Fina name change; open house and cookout at the White Buffalo Land Trust; opening date for the Restaurant at Edna; profiles of Vic's Wine Bar and Ojai Mountain Farm; Jeannine's is annexing Tap Thai's space in Goleta; Mini Kabob returns to Na Na Thai. 20

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Newsletter: September 27

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Where in Santa Barbara…?

Know where this was shot? Prove it in the comments. (Update: We have a winner!) 3

September 25, 2026

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A Classic Upper East Home With Ocean Views

Perched in one of Santa Barbara’s most coveted locations, 622 E. Valerio Street pairs timeless 1920s character with beautiful ocean, city, and mountain views. Come see for yourself at the open house this Sunday.

  • Just Listed

An Adorable Moody Sisters Cottage That Got Moved to the Mesa

Noteworthy new listings also include a jaunty roofline on Padaro Lane; Ortega Ridge single-level; a hop and a skip from Montecito Union School; good energy on Eucalyptus Hill; handsome devil on the back of the Riviera; pied-à-terre with a view; and more.

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Just Listed

  • An Adorable Moody Sisters Cottage That Got Moved to the Mesa
  • The 1922 George Washington Smith Estate Known as Ravenscroft
  • The Lighthouse of West Mesa
  • 1920s Charm in Montecito’s Lower Village
  • Another New Contemporary on Olive Mill Road

Recent Comments

DITTO! Beyond tacky — Kim

Several of us recently gave Elwood another try, since we'd found it overpriced. They made big announcements about redoing everything, from the offerings to the… — Seth

What has happened to the Fish restaurant that was to open in Stella Mare. I think it was to be called Bogavante? — Linda Beuret

I'm in favor of more places in SB recognizing the Chumash heritage, happy to hear that's being considered for Calle Cesar Chavez! — Annie

"Cheap bordello" is correct. Please bring back the old Plow and Angel ! I've had many lovely fireside dinners in the original . Never go… — JC

The city council selected Limuw. It's pronounced just like "Limuw the Emu" ads on TV. I guess it's better than Si Se Puede. — David B

That is just totally incorrect. I worked at the ranch before and after he purchased it. He rebuilt and remodeled every single cottage, both restaurants… — Jonathan

Restaurant News

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Walk With Me

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Burning Questions

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