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Noteworthy new listings also include likely spec renos near Montecito Union School and on Pepper Hill; a sprawler off Eucalyptus Hill Road; Mediterranean in need of updating on the back of the Riviera; four acres and a dog on Pill Hill; sweet little San Roque cottage; and more.
Know where this was shot? Prove it in the comments. (Update: The house wins.)
“I was driving north on the 101 when I noticed that the ‘Summerland’ exit is now called ‘N Padaro Lane.’ Why? And are more signage changes in store?” —W.
Other recent news: Santa Barbara Bowl allowed to run seven extra shows this season; grocery strike averted; security screening coming to Santa Barbara County administration buildings; a report on the Carpinteria farm resort hearing; Vandenberg Space Force Base is a STARCOM finalist; Sarah McLachlan to play the Arlington.
Plus: Santa Barbara Airport announced two new routes; polo tickets are on sale; yet another Santa Barbara hotel changed hands; county seeks poll workers for June’s primary election; what’s up now at Sullivan Goss and Thomas Reynolds Gallery; any interest in buying a corn maze?
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Last week’s sales also included the spec house across from Casa Dorinda; a Golden Quadrangle vacant lot that has nearly doubled in value in 18 months; Riviera midcentury that needs work; San Roque five-bedroom; and many more.
A new lodge in Argentinian Patagonia allows you to explore the spectacular wilderness without sacrificing comfort. Plus: Walking on a glacier and poking around Buenos Aires.
Plus: A new look for the Jewish Community Center on Chapala Street; tiny shop debuts at La Arcada; gingham and stripes galore at Montecito Country Mart shop opening this week; updated on-ramp and off-ramp closures for the Highway 101 construction; an interesting art project is afoot in Carpinteria.
Burning Questions
- How Long Will This Big Pipe Be at East Beach?
- Is Cabrillo Boulevard Going to Be Widened Under Highway 101?
- Was There a Fisherman Inn in Downtown Santa Barbara?
- What Are Those Old Buildings at the Corner of Castillo and Montecito Streets?
- When Will the Coast Village Road Medians Be Completed?
- What’s This Scaffold Structure on Las Positas Road?
- Why Does Street Striping Take So Long to Happen?
Recent Comments
State street is already closed to traffic and I’m sure they can lay tiles down pretty quickly on Carrillo. I love the colorful tiles and… — AFC
I'll be interesting to see, what they uncover, when they begin to dig. — Jeff Ross
They should rename the street Calle Dolores Huerta! — Mariana
Is there info on how long the intersection will be closed to apply this decoration? — Christine!
I think the street art looks cool and it’s not like the grant money could be used for other purposes. I’m grateful for whoever organized… — Sean
one more comment,, that space always screamed beer garden to me. or Big Star Taco in Wicker Park. more open space to enjoy ocean breeze...… — Dean Carter
Good start. Nice homage to the roof and flower shop... not that either of those were architectural standouts on CVR. More seating/stucture moved to front/parking… — Dean Carter
Agreed, this building does not cohesively fit on the street. It may be bold and striking, but also completely out of place for Coast Village… — Marc
I like the addition. I believe when it's built, he should invite The Bottle Shop to open a space below. That would be the only… — Taylor Hunt
Agree 100%. Attractive in itself but not plonked down on CVR. Does not fit in at all with the local-and-cozy-but-sophisticated look of the other retail… — Dana