October 13, 2026
Noteworthy new listings also include an impeccable spec reno; fixer with approved plans near Coast Village Road; evocative antique on the mountain side of Las Alturas; handsome Santa Ynez retreat; three-story downtown townhome; Carp shack; and more. 2
November 7, 2024
Sometimes, a property comes to market with an unbeatable location and timeless charm—and Casa Esmeraldo, nestled within the boutique Anacapa Villas community, is one of them.
Other recent news: Local election results; the Miramar resort's expansion moves forward; more events to be allowed at the Music Academy of the West; Art & Soul Gallery is leaving the Funk Zone; profile of the Couture Pattern Museum; Modoc Road bike path agreement; more back-in angled parking.
November 6, 2024
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November 5, 2024
Plus: Opening date for the SBIFF Film Center; stylish new shop on State Street; two and a half more years of Highway 101 construction to start in 2026; new 1.3-mile trail at the Santa Barbara Botanic Garden; the Bar Method‘s Santa Barbara studio debuts this week; new golf-simulator club; public tours of cannabis farms; "Where in Santa Barbara...?" answer.
November 4, 2024
Last week's sales also include an old-school beach compound in the Sandyland Cove enclave; 1982 French Regency in Birnam Wood; 1920s quirk on Ortega Ridge; five-acre Carpinteria farm; Diana Road fixer; and more.
November 3, 2024
Warner Ebbink and Brandon Boudet of Little Dom’s Seafood have dramatically upgraded the former Oliver's space and introduced a menu that blends French classics and Mediterranean influences. 21
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Yes, and last time you asked, I replied thus: Are you referring to the temporary railroad bridge (a.k.a. a shoofly) to be installed so a… — Erik Torkells
Do you know about the new set of tracks and railroad bridge that will be built at cabrillo blv and the 101 so the old… — Marc Hyman
So happy LOSSAN moved the Padaro track project. The loss of that many trees would have been heavy on the heart. — Dominique Lujan
You might like to look at the article in the New York Times to see about how Patrick Nesbitt has made his money. It’s in… — Enna
Same experience for us. Unfortunately. The waitstaff/servers are lovely and hopeful. But in reality nothing much has changed. — Sarah
The Biltmore...forever under change (like State Street)...Warner either has terrible design consultants or none at all. I suppose with his F you money he just… — Cee Oh
Couldn't agree more about the Knock. Went there just to see what it was like and was greeted with mediocre food, slow service, and pricey… — SusanA