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Home Sweet Home in Hope Ranch

Noteworthy new listings also include Greek villa vibes above E. Mountain Drive; spacious San Roque for $4.25 million; Park Highland spiffer-upper with private park access; 1930 cottage with “party cabana”; Santa Ynez Victorian; and more.

More on the Nordstrom Residential Conversion

Other recent news: Gun shop’s new location causes concern; new “rage room” on State Street; massive solar arrays could be allowed soon; inside a handsome house at Mussel Shoals; Carpinteria’s Franklin Creek Trail closed for improvements; grim prognosis for Santa Rosa Island’s Torrey pines.

Can Anything Be Done About Biting Midges?

“Whenever I’m on my lawn, I get bitten by something so small I don’t see it. The bites swell up into welts that itch for a week. I’ve found reports of midges in other parts of California, but not so much here, except for a post on Reddit. Do you know what they are?”

Hidden Montecito Retreat in a Serene and Private Setting

Located within the highly sought-after Montecito Union School District, 768 Winding Creek Lane feels remarkably secluded while remaining close to Montecito’s villages, beaches, dining, and amenities. Come take a look at tomorrow’s open house.

New Menswear Store Coming to the Funk Zone

Plus: The next tenant of the green building in the Funk Zone; new boutique and one on the way at the Montecito Country Mart; part of De La Vina Street may be reduced to one lane; 19-unit apartment building proposed for E. Victoria Street; Casa Dorinda intends to expand; real estate brokerage proposes hotel where its office currently stands; Padaro Lane property heading to auction.

East Valley Road Compound Sells for $2 Million Over Asking Price

Last week’s sales also include a Eucalyptus Hill midcentury; new construction in San Roque; Shoreline Drive vacation rental; Alta Mesa fixer; spec reno near Hendry’s Beach; and more.

The Opening Date and Menu at Ancora Osteria in the Upper Village

More food news: The menu and opening date for Milio’s Pizza; Merci is ending dinner service; new concept for the Hotel Californian’s primary restaurant; ice cream shop coming to the waterfront; frozen-yogurt pop-up; Whiskey Richards available for sublease; profile of The Grand on State; Paseo Nuevo getting an all-day breakfast restaurant; Taco Bell closed for renovations.

Where in Santa Barbara…?

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