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December 17, 2025

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Privacy, Romance, and Potential on E. Mountain Drive

Tucked beneath a canopy of mature oaks, the 1.05-acre property feels like a hidden retreat, evoking a slower pace and a connection to the land. Come see for yourself at the open houses this Saturday and Sunday.

  • Just Listed

Playdate Paradise Off Picacho Lane

Noteworthy new listings also include 1990s energy on a premiere Hope Ranch street; spec reno of a 1955 Paul Greene in San Roque; another Loma Alicia condo with an impressive view; Santa Ynez Valley hacienda; the cute Victorian across from Ortega Park; and more.

August 14, 2025

  • News Roundup

City Council Approves 90-Unit Apartment Complex on Milpas Street

Other recent news: Library plaza picnic tables nixed; Gifford Fire update (and why the smoke hasn't been a problem here); developer slams city council; 24/7 cannabis operation denied; single-seat ultralight aircraft demo in Carpinteria. 8

August 13, 2025

  • Food Stuff

Sama Sama Kitchen to Share Its Space With a Tasting Room

More food news: The chicken parm sandwich at Tina's; weekend breakfast at The Win-Dow; the Santa Barbara Greek Festival is this weekend; Ospi's short dining window; Ventura's Limon y Sal has closed after 10 years; the Museum of Natural History’s annual Mission Creek Beer Festival. 4

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Newsletter: August 13

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August 12, 2025

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Montecito’s Turn-Key Single-Level—Now $700K Less

Set in the desirable enclave of Eucalyptus Hill, this single-level estate has been newly rebuilt for a life well lived, blending sweeping mountain views and resort-style amenities into one extraordinary home.

  • Hot Property

Eucalyptus Hill Brutalist Sells for $3.9 Million

Last week's sales also include a contemporary two-bedroom on the Hedgerow's northern edge; Butterfly Beach compound; hot potato west of Hot Springs; Mediterranean floops on Foothill Lane; 1898 Lower Riviera house with barn; three-bedroom across from Hendry’s Beach; and more.

August 11, 2025

  • Burning Questions

Why Do Rocket Launches Look the Way They Do?

"A couple of weeks ago, we watched as the first stage of a rocket launch descended back toward Earth, and it was spectacular. I'd love to know more about what exactly I'm seeing, though. Why is it that shape? Why is the tail those colors?" 3

August 10, 2025

  • Odds & Ends

New Boutiques in the Funk Zone and on Coast Village Road

Plus: Carpinteria cannabis plant seeks approval to operate 24-7; Planned Parenthood's annual book sale; documentary in the works about the MV Conception fire; update on the San Ysidro Ranch‘s botanical garden; should police departments be identifying suspects? 1

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Newsletter: August 10

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Recent Comments

What I want to know is, why is it that Santa Barbara abounds in Italian places, yet no place really exists for classic French cuisine,… — Drew Hart

Montecito restaurateurs need to learn that not all diners are billionaires and, and that inflated pricing does not work. The successful spots all have a… — Rob

Like the old Paradise Cafe! — Jimmy

Completely Agree. A lawyer opening up a flashy restaurant and expecting the city to compensate him for not knowing what he is doing ? This… — Zeeann

We need better and different options in Montecito!! why only steak frites on every menu !?!?!? And personally I do not understand why ca dario,… — April

Check out the lot lines. That is a constrained street locked parcel. Every other parcel on that street has oceanfront property and most have direct… — Location

Something funky smelling! Like the sulfurous volcano that it is on top of… — Willie

I too am surprised at this recent move by the owners of The Harbor Restaurant and agree about the owner. I have no doubt that… — Monica

Little mountain is quite good — leagues above bar Lou. Perhaps less…comfortable? Less of a weeknight spot? But also a beautiful space and I can… — Dee

Bring back a slightly elevated version of Peabody’s! A diner with a great friendly crew and good food. Somewhere to take the family and the… — Jane Wurwand

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