September 20, 2026
In other recent news: An update on flood-control projects in Montecito; Goleta to get a new 132-room hotel; Heal the Ocean's program to recycle Styrofoam; the Old Firehouse building in Montecito changed hands; tiny libraries on State Street.
August 31, 2019
According to organizers, the City Council could be on the verge of "sealing the decision" to move the Saturday market from its longtime location.
August 30, 2019
Also newly reduced: California cottage a short walk from the beach; Tuscan-style villa with a crenellated tower; Montecito farmhouse with a lavender-filled front yard; 1929 house on Alameda Padre Serra.
When Drew Barrymore put 1270 Pepper Lane on the market in 2013, it was ready for a bit of TLC. The house got all that and more, from new owners who didn't just renovate it—they polished it.
August 29, 2019
In other recent news: A visit to the new-ish SeaVees store in the Funk Zone; questioning the appropriateness of palm trees (and another discussion about the Olive Mill roundabout); how Montecito streets got their names.
The grandes dames of the Upper East rarely come available, and certainly not ones with this caliber of workmanship.
August 28, 2019
Plus: The sweet old days of Summerland; former hostel site is on the market; accommodating an oak tree in style; Toro Canyon house sells for a million off the listing price.
August 27, 2019
After buying this 1950s Cielito house in early 2018 for $3.5 million, Xorin Balbes embarked on a thorough renovation and redecoration—but without changing the footprint. Now he has listed it for just under $9 million. The house is certainly something to see....
August 26, 2019
In other recent news: Restaurateur James Sly has died; Laura Capps will run against Das Williams for county supervisor; Southern California Edison's fire mitigation efforts; Carpinteria moves to acquire the Rincon Bluffs Preserve.
The Castle in the Sky has personality to burn—along with a swimming pool moat, hot tub grotto, circular platform bed, and helipad, complete with hangar.
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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
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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