A to-do list for environmental action: The daily barrage of bad news punctuated by heartbreaking environmental crises is enough to make anyone shut down. But at the Community Environmental Council, we’re not stopping—and neither should you.
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Noteworthy new listings also include a clean slate on E. Mountain Drive; Hedgerow floops; possible auction of a San Ysidro Road property; Mesa fixer in the mid-threes; Montecito Shores condo for $6.495 million; and more.
Situated at the end of a winding driveway, this exquisite custom-built home seamlessly blends modern luxury, ultimate privacy, and sweeping views of the Santa Ynez Mountains, the city, and the Pacific Ocean. See for yourself at the open house this Saturday.
Other recent news: State Street test of “pedlets” that extend the sidewalk into the street; partial closures at Alice Keck Park; environmental groups are suing the state fire marshal in an effort to block Sable Offshore Corporation; check theft in Montecito; urgent-care facility Med Center to close.
More food news: A peek inside Ospi, opening soon at The Post; the city is screwing over Cookie Plug; Lion’s Tale to start taking reservations; Mercado El Rey grocery store has opened on Milpas; The Nugget’s Carpinteria outpost should debut in the next few weeks; new tenant for the former We Want the Funk space; the third-annual Natural Coast Wine Festival; Pascucci moving update; Cutler’s Public House profile; Cajun Kitchen in Goleta is closed for remodeling; changes may be coming to Shintori Sushi; Mothers Tacos in Ventura is looking increasingly interesting.
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After a $295,000 price improvement, this turnkey Spanish-style home is looking pretty irresistible. Its simplicity and elegance are refreshing, and the location in Montecito’s coveted Hedgerow neighborhood can’t be beat.
Last week’s sales also include Birnam Wood for $3.2 million off the initial asking price; 1979 house on 65 acres (two parcels) east of Solvang; Mediterranean villa way above San Roque; townhouse near Butterfly Beach; early 20th-century barn converted to a home; and more.
Plus: Two more Santa Barbara Bowl shows (and so few women this season); double feature of documentaries about Montecito architecture; Lower State smoke shop status; Santa Barbara Fair & Expo is coming up; “Montecito: An Audio Soap Opera.”
“It has two boats and a bay that doesn’t look a whole lot like Santa Barbara.”
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
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
Where's the "it's not in Montecito" comments? For looks really good in these photos! — Don
Loving this for Montecito! Net Zero and LEED Gold (plus-plus) aside, the design is striking, well-thought-out, and a nice departure from the same-same outdated architecture… — Vince
I've provided input to the CV Road for nearly 50 years working with developers as a Designer/Broker. We do have an assortment of styles and… — Maryanne Brillhart