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March 23, 2026

  • Odds & Ends

Two More New Fitness Studios

Plus: Veronica Beard is open on Coast Village Road; firsthand report from a friend whose house was burgled; the inaugural Santa Barbara Literary Festival will be this spring; the Los Patos Bridge interpretive display; Train and Barenaked Ladies to play the Santa Barbara Bowl. 5

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Newsletter: November 16

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  • Guessing Game

Where in Santa Barbara…?

Know where this was shot? Prove it in the comments. (Update: we have a winner!) 4

November 14, 2025

  • Just Listed

A Heck of a Swimming Pool on Ortega Ridge

Noteworthy new listings include a Toro Canyon compound once home to Jane Russell; appealing single-level sprawl near Romero Canyon; East Mesa with a suite over the garage; 1904 cottage downtown; and the 59-house development in Los Alamos. 5

November 13, 2025

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A Bespoke English Country Masterpiece in Montecito’s Prestigious Riven Rock

Set on approximately 5.5 acres of breathtaking view grounds, the extraordinary estate at 771 Garden Lane blends old-world grandeur with modern sophistication, offering an unrivaled sanctuary for the most discerning buyers.

  • News Roundup

The Trump Administration Plans to Reopen the Santa Barbara County Coast to Drilling

Other recent news: The contentious proposal to redevelop Paseo Nuevo; 18-story Builder's Remedy project submitted to Carpinteria; objections to the design of Sears lot at La Cumbre Plaza; Gold’s Gym locations bought by Eos Fitness; the renovation of Dwight Murphy Field. 17

November 12, 2025

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Beachfront Living at Its Best: Five Enviable Homes on Padaro Lane

Just moments from Montecito and Summerland, Padaro Lane is quintessential California, where you can wake up every morning and smell the sea breeze.

  • Burning Questions

What Are Those Old Buildings at the Corner of Castillo and Montecito Streets?

"There are some historic buildings adjacent to the liquor store. The one on Castillo is an enormous mansion painted a dull mustard color. If my attempt at research is in any way accurate, it was moved to that location to avoid demolition. There it stands, seemingly vacant. Maybe you can get the lowdown." 1

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Newsletter: November 12

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November 11, 2025

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Calling All Locals: Enjoy 30% Off Your Next Staycation

Hotels, resorts and vacation rentals are offering 30% off stays for Santa Barbara County residents and their visiting friends and family. It’s the perfect excuse to rediscover why the place you call home is such a sought-after escape.

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Just Listed

  • Storybook Mini-Compound in a Prime Montecito Location
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Recent Comments

Pretty sure the only time he's getting paid to help sell a house is when he runs an ad for a realtor. Other than that… — Liz

So many businesses dropping out of Santa Ynez- Queen Cup Coffee, The General, Lucky Hen Larder, Asher, Brass Tack, now Cross Hatch- I predict businesses… — Christine!

The restrictions also only apply to projects with a planning permit, because the restriction is not an ordinance, rather it's a policy that gets applied… — Paul

Me too. It was such a bad decision to close it. — Sue Sadler

Thank you for copying and pasting from the article I just read. — Chet

Really missing Stella Mare — Rhona

That's his job? Since when? — jl

Asana has ~$8 billion in assets under management. Given the jaw dropping figure and their current portfolio, expect chains like Warby Parker. Not exactly Montecito/SB… — J

I primarily read this for the snarky comments — D

Amen! After what they did to the prior tenants, not to mention the gym and Stella Mares — Jen

Restaurant News

  • Opening Date for the Bar/Shop Called Beau
  • A New Restaurant Space in Carpinteria
  • Rincon Brewery’s Funk Zone Outpost Is Closing
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  • Carpinteria’s Food Liaison Is Closing Its Cafe

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Burning Questions

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