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Where in Santa Barbara…?

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

Santa Barbara Might Crack Down on Vacation Rentals

Other recent news: Hundreds of Isla Vista apartment residents getting kicked out; city council makes “renovictions” harder; Monopoly is working on a Santa Barbara edition; the tree of the month is the pink trumpet tree; Poppy boutique is closing.

A New Fitness Studio Is Opening Downtown

Plus: Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi actually took a loss on that Hedgerow house; yet another Santa Barbara hotel has been sold; Italian Pottery Outlet is celebrating its 40th anniversary; the Santa Ynez Inn has changed its name; Brad Paisley to play the Santa Barbara Bowl; Mark Morris Dance Group is coming to town.

The Cantwell’s Market Lot Is Slated for Development

More food news: Corazón Comedor’s new breakfast/brunch menu; Chase Restaurant & Lounge has been sold; Cat Cora left Mesa Burger; La Paloma restarted lunch service; another Los Olivos tasting room is in the works; Sproutcraft Creamery vegan dinner next week; Santa Barbara Restaurant Week is coming up; new event space at San Ysidro Ranch’s Stonehouse.

Resort-Like Hilltop Estate

This commanding estate on 1.11 acres on coveted Campanil Hill is a stunning single-level property with tennis/pickleball court, pool, and guest house—as well as panoramic views of the ocean, mountains, and city.

Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi Sold a Hedgerow Cottage

Last week’s sales also include a sexy/quirky spec reno in the Upper Village; off-market Middle Road house; 1931 Alex D’Alfonso on De La Guerra Terrace; a Mesa fixer; Montecito Shores pocket listing; and more.

The Return of the Two-Hotel Funk Zone Development

Plus: The Biltmore is reducing its number of guest rooms; Hozier to play the Bowl; a visit to the Santa Barbara Botanic Garden’s fun Backcountry area; presale memberships to the Pad climbing gym; the Santa Barbara Surf Film Festival will include a block party; answer to last week’s “Where in Santa Barbara…?”

The County’s Cannabis Situation Continues to Stink in New Ways

Other recent news: Santa Barbara Airport is working on a terminal expansion and more parking; Solvang lost $538,000 to phishing; Butterfly Beach water closure due to sewage spill; the recent buyer of Oprah Winfrey’s Hedgerow property; the Grace Fisher Foundation Inclusive Arts Clubhouse has opened; new pickleball shop.