montecito: New Short Sale Listing near Montecito Country Club! - 10/11/11 03:49 PM
Welcome to 1451 Harbor View Drive-  Offered at $625,000.  Open house Thursday October 13, 10-1. Truly a thorough and well-designed remodel from top to bottom.    These owners spared no expense in creating their personal paradise on a quiet street near the Montecito Country Club,  Coast Village Road, Butterfly and East Beaches! 
 

The 2008 remodel includes new master bedroom, 2nd bedroom, and master bath on lower level.  The original upstairs portion now includes living room with fireplace, kitchen with granite and tile, breakfast bar, dining area, full bath, laundry room, and a big covered patio to enjoy the … (0 comments)

montecito: Montecito Beach Front Condo - Handicap Accessible - 09/12/11 01:21 PM
Montecito - long a destination, now you can live on the beach for a fraction of the cost of the major estates that line our coastline.
This is a gorgeous home, just steps from Hammonds Beach, Montecito, California.  Featuring 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, office, formal dining room, fireplace, enclosed sun porch, and an ADA compliant ramp to the beach path!
The Montecito Shores community features a pool, spa and tennis courts.
 
Read the rest at:   AllThingsSantaBarbara.com 
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montecito: Handicap Accessible, Beachfront Condo, Montecito California - 08/08/11 04:36 PM
This lovely beachfront condo in Montecito is on the Front Row, Ground Floor, and is a single level, handicap accessible home with both elevator and wheel chair ramp accessibility!   www.BeachFrontMontecito.com
 

Featuring 3 bedrooms, office, 2 full baths and one half bath - and over 2200 s.f. - this home is truly a delight to show!  There are walls of glass in the sunroom, an ocean view from the master bedroom, office, living and dining rooms, and sunroom. 

Pool, tennis, spa, and proximity to Hammonds Beach, The Coral Casino and the Biltmore Hotel complete the picture!
 

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montecito: Beachfront in Montecito, Wheelchair Friendly, Handicap Accessible - 06/24/11 03:21 AM
 
This rarely available, ground floor beachfront unit in Montecito Shores offers luxurious condominium living.

 
Ocean views, lots of light and warm breezes fill this exceptional 3 bedroom/ 2.5 bath floorplan.

 
Enjoy designer touches throughout; including travertine floors, plantation shutters and crown molding.

Single-level, modified for wheel chair access and maneuvering.

Pool, spa and tennis complete the picture.

Conveniently located on the beach and near the Biltmore.

The best of Montecito living.
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montecito: Caravan of Homes for Sale in Santa Barbara, Hope Ranch and Goleta California - 06/22/11 06:35 PM
Here is the caravan of homes for sale in Santa Barbara, Hope Ranch and Goleta for Thursday June 23 and Friday June 24, 2011.  if you see something you like, please contact me, Kathleen Barnato.
Thursday Tour: 
  HE 11-2194 789,500 5051 WALNUT PARK DR I10 3 2 Pride of ownership! Clean 3 bedroom, 2 bath home on a corner lot in the Foothill School District. Ribera Drive 06/23/2011 10:00 to 01:00.
HE 11-1755 915,000 906 VINCENTE WAY L12 3 2 Extensively upgraded knoll top retreat. Open, light filled, private oasis. Veronica Springs 06/23/2011 11:00 to 01:00.
HE 11-1837 749,000 … (0 comments)

montecito: Caravan of homes for sale in Montecito and beachfront areas - 06/15/11 10:57 AM
Here is the caravan of homes for sale in Montecito and beachfront areas for Wednesday, June 15, 2011.  if you see something you like, please contact me, Kathleen Barnato.
CO 11-1943 477,500 3375 FOOTHILL 534 RD A3 1 1 Beautifully remodeled pristine top floor unit, front row seat at polo games, ocean views, pool. Foothill 06/15/2011 10:00 to 01:00.
HE 11-2109 8,450,000 3579 PADARO LN B5 4 3 1st Open - Architectural Digest Style Home on the Sand - Top Quality throughout. Santa Claus 06/15/2011 10:00 to 01:00.
HE 11-532 1,799,000 1959 PAQUITA DR C3 4 4 LB GO ALL DAY! … (0 comments)

montecito: Caravan of Homes for Sale - beachfront and in Montecito California - 06/01/11 11:56 AM
Here is the caravan of Homes for sale - beachfront and in Montecito, California.  If you see something you like, please contact me, Kathleen Barnato.
HE 11-1165 4,300,000 745 SAND POINT RD D6 3 3 NEW PRICE: $4.3M Private Sand Point BEACHFRONT Astounding ocean & mountain views
HE 11-1464 625,000 4658 9TH ST F7 3 3 Brand new home at a great price. Carpinteria $$$$ caravan. Reynolds 06/01/2011 10:00 to 01:00. D
HE 11-676 839,000 4839 El Carro Lane G6 3 2 (2) $100 Drawings-Carp Caravan. First Open - 1,850 sq.ft. 3/2 new home in Mission Terrace Estates Linden 06/01/2011 10:00 … (0 comments)

montecito: Homes for Sale in Montecito California - 03/08/11 10:47 PM
Here is the caravan of homes for sale in Montecito California (and environs) for Wednesday March 9, 2011.  If you see something you like, please contact me, Kathleen Barnato.
CO 11-462 398,000 3375 FOOTHILL 213 RD A3 1 1 Ground Floor Patio is 27x17 overlooking ocean, main polo field and even read score board. COCKIES Nidever 03/09/2011 10:00 to 12:00.
HE 11-638 1,799,999 1980 PAQUITA DR C3 5 3 First Broker's Caravan! Please stop by to see this spacious, La Mirada Estates, view home. La Mirada 03/09/2011 10:00 to 01:00.
HE 11-532 1,950,000 1959 PAQUITA DR C3 4 4 Unobstructed ocean … (1 comments)

montecito: 365 Things to Do in Santa Barbara County/Montecito CA - 10/12/10 03:53 PM
I write a post daily on my Facebook page - 365 Things to Do in Santa Barbara County/Montecito CA, highlighting different activities in my area.  Here are a few to consider:
Chef Karim Night at SoHo:  Thursday, October 14, Night in Morocco with Chef Karim at the helm.  There will be themed decor, belly dancing, Moroccan cuisine, etc.  For more info:  Soho:  9627776.   1221 State Street, Santa Barbara.
Santa Barbara Beer Festival:  This Saturday October 16th, noon to 4: p.m.  Elings Park, off Las Positas Road, in Santa Barbara.  Multiple breweries, home brewed beer clubs, selection of cigars, food and music!  … (0 comments)

montecito: 10 Market Facts for Uncertain Times - Santa Barbara/Montecito CA - 09/15/10 04:44 PM
I thought the article 10 Market Facts for Uncertain Times on NAR web site was very interesting.   In my market, the south coast of Santa Barbara county, which includes Santa Barbara and Montecito, CA, our economy is tourist driven, followed by agrictulture (think wine) Our largest employer in the southcaost is  UC Santa Barbara.    UCSB is expanding, applying for a CUP that will allow for more housing to be built, more staff to be hired, and, of course, more students to attend. 

 Photo by Steven Pinker
The wine industry has continued its many years of success, especially after the movie Sideways highlighted … (2 comments)

montecito: University Movers in Santa Barbara, Montecito, CA - 05/27/10 05:02 PM
University Movers is based in Santa Barbara and provides expert moving services locally, nationally, and worldwide. University Movers specialize in residential and corporate moves, and pride themselves on their active involvement in Santa Barbara community organizations.  
For a comprehensive checklist of moving tips, go to Movers Directory.com
  
Joey MaidaUniversity Movers Santa Barbara402 E. Gutierrez St.Santa Barbara, CA 93101Copyright (C) 2009 University Movers. All rights reserved. 
 
 
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montecito: Summer Camps for Kids in Santa Barbara - 05/21/10 06:09 PM
Summer Camps for Kids in Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara is a great local for parents due to the wide variety of summer camps for kids. There are a plethora of options available to suit any child's interest.
                There are plenty of summer camps in Santa Barbara for active minded kids. For example, the Montecito YMCA Summer Day Camp offers one or two week sessions for kids and is full of fun activities that includes beach visits, sports, and bowling. In addition, the UCSB Summer Day Camp has several different camps with activities that include basketball, volleyball, and surfing and kayaking. … (4 comments)

montecito: Concierge Services for Downsizing and Exchanging Sellers in Santa Barbara, Montecito, California - 05/06/10 07:37 PM
Because real estate downsizing and exchanges often require multiple layers of help from start to finish, I offer a menu of Concierge services for my clients.
My concierge services for downsizing and exchanging sellers include:

*help with estate sale to get rid of all accumulated "stuff" that needs a new home!*physical inspections to determine what works and what needs fixing *referrals to handymen and various tradespeople who can paint, plumb, fix electrical, spruce up the garden, install new carpet, etc.
*referrals to professional stagers who will make your home show in its best light - with your furniture or their furnishings*relocation … (0 comments)

montecito: Cold Spring School in Montecito named a California Distinguished School 2010 - 04/20/10 05:33 PM
Cold Spring School in Montecito was been named a California Distinguished School 2010. 

With fewer than 500 in the State of California receiving this special recognition, we are very proud of our local elementary schools in the Santa Barbara and Montecito area!  Other schools recognized in the Santa Barbara area are Peabody Charter School and Santa Barbara Community Academy, both in Santa Barbara, and Aliso Elementary, in Carpinteria. 
Jack O'Connell, State Superintendent of Public Instruction, said, "These schools have persevered despite state budget cutbacks that have cut deeply into the budgets of local school districts.  I encourage educators throughout our … (0 comments)

montecito: Caravan of Homes for Sale in Montecito and Santa Barbara area, Wednesday, April 14, 2010 - 04/13/10 12:09 PM
Here is the caravan of homes for sale in Montecito and Santa Barbara area for Wednesday, April 14, 2010.  If you see something you like, please call me!
Tour On 04/14/2010
Information is deemed to be reliable, but not guaranteed. Information may be autofilled from county tax records and other sources, or input by listing agents and should be independently verified by users of such information. © 2010 MLS and FBS.Prepared by Kathleen Barnato, EcoBroker Certified on Tuesday, April 13, 2010 10:05 AM
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montecito: Caravan for Wednesday, March 31, 2010 - Montecito, California 93108 - 03/31/10 12:06 PM
  Here is the Caravan for Wednesday, march, 31, 2010, for Montecito, California.  Other cities are Summerland and Carpinteria.  If you see something you like, please let me know!
Tour On 03/31/2010 Information is deemed to be reliable, but not guaranteed. Information may be autofilled from county tax records and other sources, or input by listing agents and should be independently verified by users of such information. © 2010 MLS and FBS.Prepared by Kathleen Barnato, EcoBroker Certified on Wednesday, March 31, 2010 10:01 AM … (0 comments)

montecito: Open House in Santa Barbara Foothills - 2115 Mount Calvary, Santa Barbara, California - 03/26/10 05:49 PM
I am hosting an open house in the Santa Barbara foothills on Sunday from 1:00 to 3:30.  If you are in town, take this opportunity to see this gorgeous property!  2115 Mount Calvary @ El Cielito Road.   I'll be relaxing poolside, waiting to give you a private tour!

This is a beautifully-built ocean view 3,800+ sq. ft. home featuring 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms.  A French Normandy style home designed by Jerry Goodman, it is carefully sited on this stunning manicured 1.62 Acres of oaks, boulders and lawn.
Amenities include living room with vaulted beam ceilings, formal dining room, family room … (0 comments)

montecito: Sales Activity for South Coast Santa Barbara County - February 2010 - 03/21/10 11:41 AM
Santa Barbara Real Estate sales activity :   through the end of February ‘10 for the South Coast Santa Barbara County:  Montecito, Hope Ranch, Santa Barbara, Goleta, Carpinteria and Summerland
 
The median sales price rose from $760,000 in January up to around the $800,000 leve  There were fewer sales...only 45 vs. 60 in January. 
The decline in the number of sales was primarily in the sub million dollar bracket dropping from the low 50s in that range in December '09 to the mid 40s in January and to the low 30s in February. 
The $1 to $2 million price range … (4 comments)

montecito: Caravan for Montecito, Summerland and Carpinteria California March 17, 2010 - 03/17/10 10:20 AM
 Tour On 03/17/2010  If you see something and wish more information, please contact me - Kathleen Barnato, 804.570.3366   cell/text!
Information is deemed to be reliable, but not guaranteed. Information may be autofilled from county tax records and other sources, or input by listing agents and should be independently verified by users of such information. © 2010 MLS and FBS.Prepared by Kathleen Barnato, EcoBroker Certified on Wednesday, March 17, 2010 8:10 AM
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montecito: Caravan for Montecito Summerland and Carpinteria, California Wednesday March 10, 2010 - 03/09/10 03:18 PM
Here is the Caravan for Montecito Summerland and Carpinteria.    These are luxury homes, estate properties, condos, and land.  If you see anything you like, please call me!   Kathleen Barnato, CRS,
1170 Coast Village road, Montecito, CA 93108   805.570.3366 cell/text
 
HE 09-3989 1,345,000 814 SUMMIT RD R11 4 3 $170,000 below appraisal! Ocean Vu! 2,671 sq ft, secluded. 42 ac. Great for home office/dual living Alston Road 03/10/2010 10:00 to 12:00.
3,400,000 925 ALSTON RD R11 5 4 1st Open. 1 level, Med.ocean views 5+4 PLUS 2 sep vu offices. Character, Euro style, pool. 0.71 acr. Glenview 03/10/2010 10:00 to 01:00.
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