A Piece of Europe, Perched Above the Pacific in Montecito

Located within the exclusive Pepper Hill enclave of Montecito, this exceptional estate is set on approximately 1.9 acres and enjoys sweeping ocean views stretching across the horizon and down the coastline.

A Ranch Called Hope

A resident of the community invited me for a stroll, and as someone who has been to the community many times but never walked there, I found it an offer I couldn't refuse. 1

Newsletter: October 14

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Best Bets for Private Events in Santa Barbara

When it comes to throwing a party, there’s only one thing more important than the guest list—and that’s the venue. Whether you’re going big or intimate, fancy or casual, these establishments know how to do it right.

Four-Story Senior-Living Building Proposed for Milpas Street

Plus: The new proposed location of the Padaro Lane railroad track; downtown holiday parade returning for first time since 2019; the name of the hotel under construction at Milpas and the 101; new barbershop on Chapala; the inaugural Ojai Documentary Film Festival; more on the statue at the Santa Barbara Zoo; Joan Osborne live. 7

A Designer’s Eye, A Craftsman’s Hand

This three-bedroom, three-bath, single-level home invites a more graceful way of living: a creative, artful touch runs throughout, from warm natural materials to delightful surprises around every corner.

Summerland Mansion Finally Sells for $20 Million Off the 2016 Asking Price

Last week's sales also include the auction of private beach access on Padaro Lane; Birnam Wood three-bedroom; groovy pad on the bluff’s edge west of More Mesa; Alta Mesa off-market for $4.6 million; another one in Park Highlands; four-building compound in Mission Canyon; San Roque Tudor; and more. 1

The Secret Bao Folks Are Taking Over a Prominent Location

More food news: First impressions of The Knock at the Hotel Californian; what Monte's is like at lunch; Eddie's Grill opened in Old Town Goleta; Raising Cane's fast-food chain debuts tomorrow; The Goleta Spot says it's still happening; Lucky's L.A. expansion; the drive-worthy Na Na Thai/Mini Kabob collab. 5

Newsletter: October 11

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Where in Santa Barbara…?

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