January 8, 2026
And in other local news: Updated debris flow risk map should be out in October; the growing problem of homeowners unable to get insurance; strip mall to be redone before Sprouts's arrival; bike paths, crosswalks, and roundabouts planned for Cliff Drive; new closing time for city parks; parking in Montecito; missile testing from San Nicolas Island.
It has all the amenities of a small hotel, including a screening room, bar, gym, tennis court, and 11 fireplaces, not to mention one of the most decadent lawns this side of Oprah Winfrey's compound.
Plus: The two other traffic circles that might follow—one at San Ysidro Road and the 101, and another at E. Cabrillo and Los Patos Way.
August 21, 2019
Plus: Embermill restaurant opens this Friday; Bristol Farms, another Mesa Burger, and a French bakery on the horizon; La Michoacána is selling frozen treats; Hoffman Brat Haus is closing; Eleven 14 opening on State Street.
And in other recent local news: A reprieve for Institution Ale's neon sign; initiative to protect whales from ships; West Beach hotel gets nixed; an urge to merge Montecito's special districts; Styrofoam recycling; Montecito road repairs; library plaza renovation update.
August 20, 2019
Plus: New pan-Asian restaurant Oku is getting close to opening on Cabrillo; expanded hours at Buena Onda and Merci Montecito; Peruvian pop-up.
The Saudi investor who bought More Mesa for $25 million has put it back on the market—this time for $65 million. Locals are searching for a way to save it from development.
August 19, 2019
While the whimsical exteriors of local architect Jeff Shelton can be seen all over town, interior glimpses are far rarer. In the case of this E. Cota Street rental, the owner shares Shelton's Seuss-meets-Gaudí sensibility.
Named Croyden House, the grand 1929 mansion on Middle Road in Montecito feels like the board game Clue come to life—although any stress involved will hopefully have to do with upkeep rather than a murder in the library.
August 18, 2019
Plus: Oliver's is now serving lunch; new outdoor seating at Café Ana; the Monarch has gone entirely prix-fixe; renting the Lark's patio for a private party; picnic boxes from Bossie's Kitchen. 1
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2709 Vista del Oceano is immediately to the north of Nesbitt, and above that is the Pacifica Graduate Institute property that's on the market. — Erik Torkells
From SBA's Instagram post (likely source of Edhat's article): "San Diego service is returning with two carriers: Alaska starting on April 22, and Southwest starting… — Erik Torkells
Alaska is adding SBA to SAN not SWA I believe. — Don
That’s Pat Nesbitt’s estate - it’s been on the market for several years. — lasersailor
The property immediately to the north is the Pacifica Graduate Institute, now on the market for $17.9 million . — Paul
Horses. — Erik Torkells
Antique Alley on State Street just found out that they have lost their lease. The guy at the counter said the original owner has retired,… — Aria
I do love how the Zillow listing says "A globally recognized private estate bordering the highly prestigious city of Montecito," Did I miss an election… — Tigersharktoo
Now imagine when they take that same approach for the State St. pedestrian promenade. — Jefferson A.
Re: rent freeze. City council should consult with the city attorney and brush up on state law before wasting city staff time on a measure… — Jefferson A.
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2709 Vista del Oceano is immediately to the north of Nesbitt, and above that is the Pacifica Graduate Institute property that's on the market. — Erik Torkells
From SBA's Instagram post (likely source of Edhat's article): "San Diego service is returning with two carriers: Alaska starting on April 22, and Southwest starting… — Erik Torkells
Alaska is adding SBA to SAN not SWA I believe. — Don
That’s Pat Nesbitt’s estate - it’s been on the market for several years. — lasersailor
The property immediately to the north is the Pacifica Graduate Institute, now on the market for $17.9 million . — Paul
Horses. — Erik Torkells
Antique Alley on State Street just found out that they have lost their lease. The guy at the counter said the original owner has retired,… — Aria
I do love how the Zillow listing says "A globally recognized private estate bordering the highly prestigious city of Montecito," Did I miss an election… — Tigersharktoo
Now imagine when they take that same approach for the State St. pedestrian promenade. — Jefferson A.
Re: rent freeze. City council should consult with the city attorney and brush up on state law before wasting city staff time on a measure… — Jefferson A.