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Brinkerhoff, Bradley, and Beyond

The part of downtown in the crook of Highway 101 has off-the-charts charm—as well as a savory dash of quirk.

The Ultimate in Equestrian Luxury!

In the heart of elite horse country, 368 Lambert Road is a 9.75-acre estate is perfect for those who love to spend time outdoors.

Long Wait Pays Off for Upper East Grande Dame

Last week’s sales also include Montecito midcentury; Hope Ranch fixer; new-build near Elings Park; 1975 Westside house with potential; a pair of oceanfront vacant lots in West Mesa; and more.

First Impressions of the New Rare Society Steakhouse

More food news: Thai Bistro to take the place of TAP Thai in San Roque; checking out the new market half of Montesano Market & Deli in Montecito; a peek inside L’Antica Pizzeria da Michele; Hotel Californian is working a rooftop bar exclusively for guests; a plea from Beans BBQ.

Jennifer Aniston Bought a House from Oprah Winfrey

Other recent news: There’s talk of a sophisticated burglary in Montecito; big Milpas Street apartment complex makes progress; story poles up for Chapala Street apartments; Goleta is getting a gas station and keeping a car wash.

Hope Ranch Midcentury by Architect Carl Maston

Noteworthy new listings also include a sorta-flip west of More Mesa; turnkey 1930 Spanish; family-friendly size and layout in San Roque; two on Coronada Circle; and more.

Where in Santa Barbara…?

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

Planned Parenthood’s Big Annual Book Sale Is Coming Up

Plus: A show of work by architects who are also artists; three Highway 101 off-ramps are due to reopen soon; Montecito Collective has expanded with a second shop; new pet-relief area at Santa Barbara Airport in the works; shoe store opening on State Street; the answer to last week’s “Where in Santa Barbara…?”