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This three-bedroom condominium in the classic Spanish-style Villa La Cresta, a beautiful boutique complex at Hope and State, is rich with charm and incredibly convenient. Come see it this Sunday.
Noteworthy new listings also include a fixer across from the Douglas Family Preserve; equestrian compound off Modoc Road; Spanish Mission Revival in outer Solvang; and a 37-acre ranch heavy on wood and brick.
At times when the world feels unsettled, the Community Environmental Council is the place where you can turn for hope, empowerment, and tangible action. That’s what we’ve been doing for 50 years. But building strong heart-centered, climate-resilient, environmentally-sound communities isn’t easy. It takes grit and—for real—we need your support.
Other recent news: Macy’s will close 65 stores after the holiday season; railroad-crossing failure due to vandalism; a step forward for the Surfliner Inn; profile of The Horse Project Santa Barbara; non-emergency city offices to close for two weeks.
More food news: Validation Ale is expanding into spirits; update on the former Mackenzie Market space in San Roque; new distillery in the works downtown; Santa Ynez’s Pony Espresso has officially been reborn as Pony Cocktails + Kitchen; Portland-based chai company moving here; sandwich pop-up in the Funk Zone; Buellton taco pop-up.
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Plus: Should this 1923 Craftsman house be demolished?; Milpas Street car wash to be sacrificed for redevelopment; 15 apartments and no parking proposed for the Carzoid auto dealership on Chapala; former Santa Barbara Chamber of Commerce building to be converted to residential; two more shops have debuted at The Post; new Pilates Reformer studio in the Funk Zone.
Last week’s sales also include an off-market equestrian property; contemporary swagger in Noleta; Rancho San Antonio spec reno; Jonathan Adler vibes above San Roque; and what might be a record for San Roque Gardens.
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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