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Lease Montecito’s Hidden Gem: Camino Paradiso Awaits

Nestled in the heart of Montecito’s most prestigious enclave, Camino Paradiso is a lush, one-acre estate—with both a gracious main residence and a beautifully appointed guest—that’s available now for long-term lease, fully furnished and move-in ready.

40 Ways to Entertain Out-of-Town Guests

Houseguest season is upon us, but how to keep them occupied? Here are a whole lot of quintessentially Santa Barbara suggestions. Of course, you need not be hosting visitors to justify an adventure….

Beachfront Provençal Sells for $10.74 Million Off the Initial Asking Price

Last week’s sales also include midcentury moments in Hope Ranch; likely spec reno near the Upper Village; Faria Beach oceanfront; off-market fixer on Eucalyptus Hill; a loss above San Roque; Samarkand mini-compound; and more.

New Tenant for RH’s Former Store on State Street

Plus: Children’s club opening in Summerland; Linden Square yoga and Pilates studio debuts next week; Santa Barbara Nissan is no longer; Pete Yorn in concert; another Santa Barbara Bowl show announced; big few weeks for Highway 101 construction; a second Ikat and Pearls shop in Ventura.

Where in Santa Barbara…?

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

Snazzy Spec Reno in Park Highlands

Noteworthy new listings also include a 1962 Mediterranean in Hope Ranch; nice flow on Alston Road; floops attempt of a two-acre spread with pickleball; 1930 cottage in Montecito; a pair of one-bedroom villas in a romantic Riviera setting; and more.

County to Consider Building More Workforce Housing

Other recent news: Reported ICE raid in Santa Maria; Goleta Rite-Aid to close; Santa Barbara now charging a fee for credit and debit payments; Monique Limón to lead the state senate in 2026; year-round Christmas shop to close; three teachers launched a bookmobile; new online map of public art.

Two More New Additions to the Santa Barbara Public Market

More food news: Pop-up dinners at Revolver; a peek inside Aperitivo spinoff Manifattura; more on The Win-Dow burger stand; Cafe La Fonda is making a pivot; opening forecast for Marisella at the Ritz-Carlton Bacara; downtown Starbucks closing date; Local is now open for lunch daily; Santa Barbara Winery sold to Napa Valley winemaker.