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May 6, 2026

  • Just Listed

Fresh Out of the Box in Campanil

Noteworthy new listings also include a chic Tudor outside Santa Ynez; recent renovation on Fernald Point; vintage Yankee Farm charm with equestrian facilities; Mission Canyon farmhouse; and a perfectly preserved midcentury on the Riviera. 2

November 21, 2024

  • News Roundup

250-Room Funk Zone Hotel Gets the Go-Ahead

Plus: Biltmore renovation allowed to proceed; city to help remove Las Alturas landslide house; the county Planning Commission rejected a cannabis project for the first time; Cost Plus World Market could be around for three years; Tunnel Trail reopened; the history of Goleta's Encina Royale neighborhood; Milpas Street improvements likely. 2

November 20, 2024

  • Get Out of Town

One and Done in Sedona

The hiking around the Arizona town is amazing, but crowds are everywhere—and that's not even counting everyone on the astral plane. Plus: A side trip to Monument Valley. 27

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Newsletter: November 20

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November 19, 2024

  • Sponsored

Seven 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.

  • Odds & Ends

Alo Yoga Has Opened in Santa Barbara

Plus: A new hostel on State Street; Ojai apparel boutique popping up here; Jack White, the Goo Goo Dolls, and Dashboard Confessional at the Santa Barbara Bowl; Pilates studio rebranding; the Ducati/Vespa dealership has closed; Brad Nack‘s annual sale of reindeer art.

November 18, 2024

  • Hot Property

Padaro Lane Estate With Two Extra Parcels Sells for $65 Million

Last week's sales also include the bluff-front house next to Shoreline Park; Eucalyptus Hill teardown accessed via pedestrian bridge; midcentury modern design in Mission Canyon; and a Chapala Lofts penthouse.

November 17, 2024

  • Food Stuff

Validation Ale’s Outpost on De La Vina Has Opened

More food news: Yet another White Caps—this one in an interesting spot; Pressed Juicery has left the Montecito Country Mart; the former Derf's Cafe is for lease; Considered is working on a second coffee-bar vehicle; Pickles & Swiss‘s Paseo Nuevo restaurant has closed; Tyler x Lieu Dit entrées; a delay for Takashi Ramen; Casa Agria opened downtown; the Ventura collaboration between Good Lion and Ramon Velazquez debuts tonight. 6

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Newsletter: November 17

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  • Guessing Game

Where in Santa Barbara…?

Know where this was shot? Prove it in the comments. (Update: We have a winner!) 4

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Just Listed

  • Big and Brand New Just Outside the Lower Village
  • A Pair of Midcentury Gems
  • A Steal on Pepper Hill for $17 Million
  • Land Magic in the Heart of Riven Rock
  • 1920 Estate on a Hunky Chunk of Padaro Lane

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