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Last week’s sales also include a fixer way up the hill in Montecito; 2014 Riviera four-bedroom; equestrian compound on 152 acres; architectural statement near Hendry’s Beach; likely spec reno on Ortega Ridge; San Roque flip; Plaza Rubio two-bedroom; and more.
“805 Soledad Avenue has an ‘S’ on the chimney. I see this ‘S’ all over San Roque, the Westside, and other places. It seems to be mainly on 1930s houses, many of which lean toward Tudor styles. Is it a builder’s signature?” —S.
Plus: UCSB Arts & Lectures announced its next season; renowned racetrack for sale; Highway 101 construction is moving north; concerts by Jon Batiste, Sturgill Simpson, John Hiatt, and Omar Apollo; the Yes Store has moved; watercolor show in Los Olivos.
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Know where this was shot? Prove it in the comments. (Update: We have a winner!)
Noteworthy new listings also include an 1895 Crocker Row house, handsomely redone; two-bedroom Hedgerow cottage for $5.25 million; Chelham Way spec reno for nearly $5 million; 1970s architecture with big mountain views; the San Roque spec reno that tried for $4 million and missed; and more.
More food news: What’s in store for The Palms in Carpinteria; the owner of the Derf’s building is said to be talking to prospective tenants; Local has cut weekday lunch service; return of the Santa Barbara Greek Festival; update on Fairview Gardens Farm; Seven Bar & Kitchen now has a vacation rental.
A day trip to Santa Rosa Island involves a lot of sightseeing on the ferry, but there’s enough time for a truly lovely hike through unspoiled nature.
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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
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
Where's the "it's not in Montecito" comments? For looks really good in these photos! — Don