September 20, 2026
In other news: The victims of the Conception tragedy; potential bottlenecking at the Olive Mill roundabout; locals are concerned about rich man's helipads; Eleven 14 opens today in the former Viva space.
Also newly reduced: A "mini horse ranchette" in Cielito; a Hope Ranch fixer-upper; and a Birnam Wood house with mansion aspirations.
September 5, 2019
In other food news: Vegan pop-up Rascal's is going to take a break (but first, burritos); Asie Dumpling House and Oku have opened; Good Lion mixing cocktails at Sullivan Goss tonight; Surfrider Foundation certified several local restaurants as ocean-friendly.
Eagle Canyon Ranch started with a parcel purchased in 1884. Over time, the family that owns it bought 13 more parcels, and the total now stands at 1,900 acres.
September 4, 2019
In other recent news: Malibu hiker died of heat exhaustion; Santa Barbara bus station to get remodeled; Q&A with an Oat Bakery co-owner; changes at Santa Barbara Airport's general aviation; street address reminder.
While yesterday's new listing, 3511 Sea Ledge, is a charming house in good condition on a quiet street, today's new listing, 3239 Cliff Drive, is not. In its favor: around a hundred feet of ocean frontage and a much lower price.
September 3, 2019
Plus: Another step backward for State Street; Montecito Association to discuss Olive Mill roundabout and the proposed helipad; an interesting take on the local real estate market.
Eight of the nine houses on private Sea Ledge Lane are ideally situated—right above the beach, but away from busy Cliff Drive. One just hit the market for $10.5 million.
September 2, 2019
Plus: The first Taste of Coast Village is coming up; gushing over the Project on lower State Street; what will happen to the wine at Les Marchands; the Independent's food awards; Goleta Chinese restaurant closed; best-ever chocolate chip cookie.
September 1, 2019
Some recently listed properties that don't quite warrant posts of their own, including a downtown bungalow compound; nine acres in Summerland heading to auction; a 1924 cottage near the Santa Barbara Bowl; and a $7.25 million Montecito house bought just six months ago.
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Hm, not sure about that. Every meal I've had at Little Mountain has been extraordinary, heads and tails above many others in SB. Personally I… — Bill
for those who are interested in where the money comes from and where it goes, the most recent (2024) Form 990 is available at https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/471833911/202611349349306396/full — FollowThe Money
Back in 1988-1989 my then wife (Loma) and I lived at the estate known as Edgecliff Manor. Mr. Berman loved the idea of us parking… — Eric M Johnson
Then the Board is not performing the Number One job of any non-profit Board. Raising money. For the Endowment or Operations. Regrettably, Bellosguardo does not… — Judy's Older Brother
My wife and I toured Bellosguardo and our guide lived on the property and was not the only resident. Told us they bring in the… — Cee Oh
The Foundation didn't receive enough money from the Clark estate to maintain the building and grounds. It was a generous gift, but not one endowed… — Patricia
If you look at admission prices for local museums, they range from $7 to $20 and some offer free admission throughout the month. It could… — Mark Schneidman