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December 6, 2025

  • Just Listed

A Supersized Spec Reno for $52 Million

Noteworthy new listings also include a 20,000-square-foot estate outside Santa Ynez; pair of houses on Pepper Hill; equestrian compound once owned by Jimmy Stewart and Dean Martin; 1950s Arts and Crafts in Cielito; change of heart just above the Westside; 212-acre compound made to look like an Old West town; and more.

June 13, 2024

  • Food Stuff

Dart Coffee Co. Is Opening in Carpinteria

More food news: Derf’s Café is going to be open for a couple more weeks; Validation Ale's second location will be larger than initially reported (and have golf simulators); Pizza Mizza update; more on the plan for the restaurant in The Palms building; confirmation that an L.A. chain is opening in Ojai; profiles of Yetz's Bagels, Dang Burger, and Get Hooked Seafood. 6

June 12, 2024

  • Sponsored

Experience the Magic of Music at the Music Academy of the West’s Summer Festival

The Music Academy of the West's 77th Summer Music Festival begins today at the picturesque Miraflores campus in Montecito. The unforgettable summer of music showcases young talents and world-renowned artists in a diverse range of performances, masterclasses, and competitions.

  • News Roundup

Santa Barbara Residents to Vote on a Sales Tax Increase

Other recent news: The longstanding friction at Hot Springs Trail; Chaucer's Books is under new ownership; hotel tax hike on the ballot in November; cannabis taxes continue to disappoint; Lower Tunnel Trail and Inspiration Point trailhead will be closed for six months; Waterfront Department plans to raise slip fees and harbor parking fees; inside the reborn Zaca Lake resort. 3

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Newsletter: June 12

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June 11, 2024

  • Hot Property

Butterfly Beach Pickleball Compound Sells for $30.25 Million

Last week's sales also include a fixer way up the hill in Montecito; 2014 Riviera four-bedroom; equestrian compound on 152 acres; architectural statement near Hendry’s Beach; likely spec reno on Ortega Ridge; San Roque flip; Plaza Rubio two-bedroom; and more. 2

June 10, 2024

  • Burning Questions

What Does the “S” on Certain Chimneys Stand For?

"805 Soledad Avenue has an 'S' on the chimney. I see this 'S' all over San Roque, the Westside, and other places. It seems to be mainly on 1930s houses, many of which lean toward Tudor styles. Is it a builder’s signature?" —S.

June 9, 2024

  • Odds & Ends

Chanel Is Opening a Boutique in Montecito

Plus: UCSB Arts & Lectures announced its next season; renowned racetrack for sale; Highway 101 construction is moving north; concerts by Jon Batiste, Sturgill Simpson, John Hiatt, and Omar Apollo; the Yes Store has moved; watercolor show in Los Olivos.

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Newsletter: June 9

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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!) 2

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