Contemporary Organic Ranch in Carpinteria Foothills

A unique family compound that blends into the natural surroundings, Carpinteria Reef Ranch captures views from every living space. This one-of-a-kind coastal avocado ranch is a rare opportunity to enjoy the peaceful Carpinteria lifestyle.

Paid Street Parking Is Likely Coming to Downtown Santa Barbara

Other recent news: The crackdown on unlicensed vacation rentals is working; 1,771 new housing units proposed for east of Old Town Goleta; the stone pines on E. Anapamu Street keep coming down; deal reached for a new marine sanctuary off the Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo County coastlines. 11

The Best of Montecito in a Timeless Romero Canyon Compound

Set on just under an acre in the romantic Romero Canyon neighborhood, and surrounded by multiple esteemed estate properties, the estate effortlessly combines classic charm with the luxury of a modern-built home.

What Happened to the Gas Flame on Highway 101?

"On the way home from a concert in Ventura, I realized that I have a 'burning question.' (No pun intended.) What happened to the flame that used to be on the side of the freeway?" —J. 6

Newsletter: April 24

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Get the Inside Story on the Most Interesting House Ever Built in Montecito

The creators of the Hill House join Friends of VADA for a dynamic discussion about how they worked together to break conventional boundaries in design, exploring the power of integrating creativity, serious play, and transdisciplinary collaboration.

Big Price Cut for the “Floating Home” at the Harbor

Plus: Xanadu Skate Boutique is having a moving sale; the new mural at Gutierrez and Chapala; the Highway 217 onramp at Sandspit Road will be closed for at least another year; vintage clothing shop opening on State Street; 21-unit apartment complex proposed for Hollister Avenue; more on the improvements at Birnam Wood Golf Club; where Eye of the Day is moving to; paid parking at a vacant lot on W. De La Guerra Street. 2

A Pair of Impeccable Homes in the Beachfront Community of Bonnymede

The enclave of Bonnymede is Montecito living at its easiest, with pool, spa, tennis court, rose cutting garden, 24-hour guard-gated security, and, best of all, a private beachfront patio and pathway to the sand. Here are two lock-and-leave homes ready for you to move in tomorrow.

Cielito Midcentury Sells for $620,000 Over Ask

Last week's sales also include six-bedroom on 5.6 acres in the Hedgerow; near Butterfly Beach for $1.55 million off the initial asking price; Via Clarice Mediterranean; freestanding condo on E. Canon Perdido; quirky downtown cottage; Brinkerhoff Avenue Victorians; and more.

The New Tenant of the Oliver’s Building

More food news: The menu and interior at Nick the Greek; the rumor about SY Kitchen taking the Via Vai space; Cagami Ramen said to be opening in Goleta; the name of the Public Market's bars; possible pivot for the former McKenzie Market; update on Rory's Place in Ojai; praise for Rori's flavor of the month; Ethnic Breads's retail bakery in Goleta has opened; more on the plan to turn a historic gas station into a café. 12