OPEN HOUSE: Sunday April 19th, 1-4pm 1066 Toro Canyon Road, Montecito, CA 93108 At the heart of the home’s decidedly modern aesthetic is the farmhouse and its organic agricultural setting. With 3 abundant water sources, 11 acres of land, avocado and citrus orchards, a beautiful barn, and a well-appointed guesthouse. The 5,000 sq. ft. farmhouse is… more
The Extraordinary Vision of 1066 Toro Canyon Road
The owners of 1066 Toro Canyon Road had a vision – a vision that required them to go all in to make their dream a reality. The property’s extensive amenities and features proves you can have it all. The tranquil urban farm has sweeping ocean and mountain views, bountiful organic gardens, and a home with… more
Under the Umbrella: Lutah Maria Riggs and Her Santa Barbara Style
Deming Isaacson presented his recollections at the Santa Barbara Historical Society on March 25th . He and Joe Knowles worked for Lutah in the 60’s and 70’s. Both are living archivists of the extraordinary body of work that spanned the Spanish Revival architecture movement that became the hallmark of the Santa Barbara Style. Lutah Maria… more
Fiesta! Santa Barbara Celebrates its 90th Year of Old Spanish Days
Santa Barbara Celebrates its History, Heritage During “Old Spanish Days” July 30 through August 3 Santa Barbarans have long been proud of their city’s heritage from Spanish founders and the Spanish, Mexican and North American pioneers who first settled here and built the community. The tradition of colorful music, dance, and song, together with a… more
Real Estate Market Update: June 2014 Real Estate Sales Figures
As indicated last month, real estate sales in South Santa Barbara County* declined in June… a decline of 16% from the prior year and a decline of 19% from May 2014. Sales continued their year-over-year decline due to lower overall real estate inventory. In addition, we witnessed fewer opened escrows in May, suggesting that closed… more