Rediscover the Enchantment of Santa Barbara with 30% Off Your Hotel Stay

Local hotels, resorts, and vacation rentals are offering an exclusive discount for Santa Barbara South Coast residents, making it easier than ever to host visiting friends and family this holiday season. Treat them—and yourself—to a relaxing stay, recharging together while reveling in the best of the place you call home.

A Private “Beach Club” Is Setting Up on East Beach

Plus: Northbound San Ysidro Road off-ramp to reopen this week; another new boutique on State Street; questions about a Fernald Point renovation; Santa Ynez General popping up in Summerland; hair salon coming to The Post; the former Rite Aid building on State Street is for lease again. 13

It’s Time to Make a Move on This Montecito Estate

The private, three-acre property is located above the Upper Village and a quick stroll away from front-country trails. At $7,775,000, it's already far and away the best value in town—and the seller is very motivated.

West Mesa House Finally Sells for 68% Off the Initial Asking Price

Last week's sales also include a Hot Springs five-bedroom with ADU; half-old, half-new compound on Sycamore Canyon Road; stairs and views on Las Alturas; spec reno near Hendry’s Beach; 1928 Chapala cottage with funky walls; and more. 1

Montecito Is Getting Another Coffee Bar

More food news: A new deli is opening at the Public Market; updates on the restaurants coming to The Post; a chance to try Paradise pie; The Manor Bar will now validate valet parking; Robitaille's Fine Candies in Carpinteria is closing; Christmas kitschfest is back at Pearl Social; Goleta outpost of Finney's to open soon; Honduran restaurant popping up inside Cafe La Fonda; Giovanni's Pizza is returning to Goleta; satisfying food from the Saint Barbara Greek Orthodox Church. 14

Newsletter: November 10

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Where in Santa Barbara…?

Know where this was shot? Prove it in the comments. (Update: We have a winner!) 1

You’ll Never Guess Who’s Coming to Godmothers This Month

Join us for hands-on workshops in abstract painting and handweaving, attend literary discussions that explore identity and transformation, bring your little ones for storytime, and find inspiration through creative exploration.

Old-School Glamour in the Lower Village

Noteworthy new listings also include an impeccable spec reno; fixer with approved plans near Coast Village Road; evocative antique on the mountain side of Las Alturas; handsome Santa Ynez retreat; three-story downtown townhome; Carp shack; and more. 2

A European-Inspired Luxury Condo in the Heart of Downtown Santa Barbara

Sometimes, a property comes to market with an unbeatable location and timeless charm—and Casa Esmeraldo, nestled within the boutique Anacapa Villas community, is one of them.