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June 18, 2026

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Beautifully Reimagined Riviera Home with Expansive Ocean Views

On one of the Riviera's most sought-after streets, this Spanish-style residence offers timeless character paired with tasteful modern updates—while showcasing wireless ocean, island, and city views from sunrise to sunset.

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A Different Kind of Island View

Noteworthy new listings also include another Spanish above the Upper Village; flag lot off lower Sheffield Drive; Birnam Wood compound; bold first impression way above San Roque; impeccably renovated Craftsman duplex; Westmontish four-bedroom; and more.

June 4, 2026

  • News Roundup

Paseo Nuevo 2.0 Is Taking Shape

Other recent news: Preliminary results from this week's primary election; ICE arrests continue; some Santa Barbara neighborhoods may have to pay a "wildfire suppression assessment"; Sandpiper Golf Club takes a step forward; the Getty Center to close for a year; the tree of the month. 16

June 3, 2026

  • Shop to it

Two New Shops That Warrant a Closer Look

It's rare to have two new stylish shops like Pippin and Atelier Sunhouse open at the same time, and even more so when you consider that neither is in Montecito or Summerland. 1

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Newsletter: June 3

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June 2, 2026

  • Hot Property

New Construction in Montecito Sells for $15.9 Million

Last week's sales also include high design in Hope Ranch; architect's own home in Birnam Wood; Hedgerow vacant lot; Summerland Cottages in nice shape; and more.

June 1, 2026

  • Food Stuff

Whiskey ‘N Rye Barbecue Is Opening in Goleta

More food news: Chick-fil-A on Calle Real moves forward; Longboard's Grill reopened; Mission City Sandwich Shop profile; exciting chef in residence at the Ojai Valley Inn; Bistro Amasa has introduced "après hour"; a major quirk of PopUp Bagels. 15

May 31, 2026

  • Odds & Ends

Reopening Date for Three Highway 101 Ramps

Plus: New shoe boutique at The Post; revised design for West Beach park; new apparel shop in Carpinteria; gallery closed; what's under construction at Milpas and the 101; training center for young athletes moved downtown; update on the Ortega Hill–N. Jameson Lane bike path. 10

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Newsletter: May 31

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Where in Santa Barbara…?

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Recent Comments

This write up is such a biased take that sides with a handful of people. I imagine the people groaning about this project have a… — Yesenia G.

And if the anti's are worried about pollution, the answer is obvious. Electrify the entire LOSSAN Corridor. Cleaner, quieter, and allows for faster trains. And… — Judy's Older Brother

Is MAGA in the room with us now? — Jefferson A.

Remember this: Frequency is Freedom, and for a line like this, siding projects are essential to improving frequency. (Draw some stringlines yourself, or model it… — UrbanUnPlanner

Like most NIMBYism, environmentalism is just the excuse used to block something the neighbors don’t like — LD

You win the prize for seeing past the City/County lines! The train serves all of California, just like the 101 freeway does, so what might… — Christine!

This article feels very shortsighted. It seems to heavily cater toward the viewpoint of Montecito residents instead of a broader audience. This project also affects… — Christian Lietzow

I think this is a great project, and I think all the pearl clutching by the Padaro Lane folks is a bit premature. LOSSAN reps… — Kevin

A NON-cierge Hotel.... gotta love it. — Lee

I don't understand the environmental argument for fighting this. Improved rail service increases ridership, which means more people opting to take the train who would… — John

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