Newsletter: May 15

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Ocean-View Compound With Classic Montecito Charm

A hilltop Montecito estate on 1.7 acres, with dramatic ocean, island, and mountain views, 2475 Bella Vista Drive comprises a main house, converted vintage stables, and an awesome two-bedroom guest house reminiscent of the San Ysidro Ranch.

The Current State of the Four Seasons Biltmore

Plus: A GoFundMe has been set up for the Riviera family affected by a landslide; the car wash on N. Milpas Street has reopened; the Harbor Nautical Swap Meet is this Saturday; downtown landmark marred with signage; learn more about the Frank Lloyd Wright house in Montecito; Broadway in Santa Barbara announced its 2024-2025 season. 3

Shoreline Drive Renovation Sells for $4.1 Million

Last week's sales also include a big backyard in the San Roque foothills; Alta Mesa fixer; modern Victorian in Los Olivos; Bradbury Avenue bungalow court; Diana Lane three-bedroom; and more.

Via Maestra Enoteca Has Opened

More food news: Nobu is rumored to be coming to the Four Seasons Biltmore resort; Mony's is working on indoor seating; Skyfield is said to be planning on an ever-changing slate of chefs; Cold Spring Tavern won't be open for dinner this summer; a visit to the new Dart Coffee Co. café at the harbor. 7

Newsletter: May 12

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Where in Santa Barbara…?

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An Elegant Estate Near the Lower Village

Noteworthy new listings also include the latest reveal from high-profile spec renovators; Bella Vista compound where the outbuildings steal the show; two steps back in Hope Ranch; and more. 1

The Film Festival Might Take Over a Downtown Movie Theater

Other recent news: Sea Smoke sold to giant beverage company; UCLA Health opened a clinic downtown; turmoil at the Boys & Girls Club; history of the Barnsdall-Rio Grande Filling Station in Goleta; commuter rail progress; winemakers trying again for a business improvement district; seaside bluff named after artist Chris Potter.

White Caps Beach Club Is Coming to Summerland

More food news: Pearl Social is closed for a revamp; a new local source for bagels; Tamar is now serving beer and wine; profiles of McConnell's and The Shop; the location of Cagami Ramen's Goleta outpost; the Santa Barbara Public Market's new bar menu; changes afoot at Moby Dick. 13