Montecito Beachfront Sells for $30 Million

Last week's sales also include a resort-like Hope Ranch property for $1.45 million loss; Birnam Wood four-bedroom; lovely spec house west of San Roque; 1915 Craftsman fixer in the Upper East; and more.

Silvergreens Cafe Has Opened Downtown

More food news: The return of Thrifty Ice Cream; The Neighborhood Grill will likely open this week; the California Wine Festival is coming up; using AI to help with wine lists; Colombini Bakery's sourdough bread and English muffins. 4

Newsletter: June 14

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Where in Santa Barbara…?

Know where this was shot? Prove it in the comments. (Update: The house wins!) 3

Appealing Mediterranean in Toro Canyon

Noteworthy new listings also include insane views above Park Lane; Southwestern style alone on a promontory; Camino Viejo fixer; small but perfectly formed in Montecito; 1895 home near SBCC; and more. 1

New Prices for Two Special Mountain Retreats

These properties prove that your money goes much farther in the mountains just outside of town—and what’s more, you’re immersed in nature and near the splendors of the Santa Ynez Valley. Both are open tomorrow and this weekend so go take a look for yourself.

Three Longtime Incumbents Have Been Ousted

Other recent news: Santa Barbara looks to tighten up its vacation-rental policy; the ongoing overtime problem at the county sheriff's office; update on the godawful development proposed behind the Mission; Carpinteria pot growers buying cheap odor-control technology; UCSB Arts & Lectures's next season; new diaper service; more on the former church turned into “contactless” hotel. 7

Where One School Leads to Another

The residential areas around La Colina Junior High School and Bishop Diego High School have two distinct personalities—and rather a lot of street libraries. 2

Newsletter: June 10

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What’s New This Summer

The latest in dining, shopping, accommodations, and looking fabulous.