A Grand Entrance in Birnam Wood

Noteworthy new listings also include an English country–style house with massive primary suite; modern wine country compound built by James Garner; lovely renovation in the Cold Spring School District; Carpinteria "wellness retreat"; Riviera fixer cottage; a church; and more. 2

Remembering Renowned Interior Designer John Saladino

Other recent news: The Museum of Natural History's new space exhibit; forcing adaptive reuse of commercial buildings to include affordable housing; Ennisbrook celebrity buyer identified; objections to the size of Anthem Chapel's proposed Goleta church; the state of call boxes; the tree of the month. 2

Carpinteria Is Getting Another New Restaurant

While previous upgrades to the town's culinary scene have come from L.A. and Santa Barbara, this one hails from Ojai.... 10

Newsletter: July 30

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Five Homes That Deserve a Second Look

Now offered at improved prices, these properties are rich with character, views, and livability—and they’re all in excellent locations.

Another Departure on Coast Village Road

Plus: The rumored tenant of a prime space on Los Patos Way; the Montecito Club would like to demolish at least part of the 1918 house next door; outdoor furniture for the Central Library plaza; Ghirardelli is proposing giant sundae mosaics visible on State Street; the Ritz-Carlton Bacara ended (and restarted) its spa deal for locals; return of the Cat Video Fest. 11

1883 Farmhouse on East Valley Road Sells for $5.05 Million

Last week's sales also include Park Highlands for over ask; renovation below Westmont College; Ashley Road vacant lot; fixer above Hendry's Beach for $2.6 million off initial price; Hollister Ranch cabin; and more. 1

Sleeping in Style at Ojai’s New Hotel El Roblar

The town finally has a cool hotel—one that manages to feel both completely fresh and like it's been there forever. 17

Newsletter: July 27

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Where in Santa Barbara…?

Know where this was shot? Prove it in the comments. (Update: We have a winner!) 1