Montecito

Just east of Santa Barbara, Montecito is nestled between the sea and the picturesque foothills known as the Santa Ynez Mountain Range. Montecito has a population of about 9,000 people and 3000 single-family dwellings. A number of celebrities including Oprah Winfrey, Jeff Bridges, Rob Lowe, Ellen DeGeneres, Drew Barrymore, Megyn Price, and Eric Schmidt own Montecito estates. It boasts some of the most spectacular and expensive real estate in the United States, many of which have spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean and the Channel Islands. The community is consistently ranked by Forbes magazine as one of the wealthiest communities in North America.

Montecito has always had an irresistible allure, first attracting visitors in the 1880s. Today locals, visitors and celebrities meander along Montecito’s stunning beaches and charming Coast Village Road where premier shopping and dining are available. Drive or bike along the tree-shaded lanes, and do what the locals do: hang out on a sunny patio, read the paper and don’t make a fuss if you see a famous face. Moderate climate (temperatures range between sixty five and seventy five degrees year round) encourage many outdoor activities including hiking, biking, surfing and horseback riding.

For families Montecito offers two exceptional public schools, coveted Montecito Union and charming Cold Springs, along with private school options. Several private preschools are also available. Private clubs such as the famous Coral Casino, the beautiful Valley Club, Birnam Wood, and Knowlwood offer families the opportunity to socialize with their neighbors, relax by the pool, play tennis or play 18 holes of golf. The ideal location to call “home”, Montecito is a place you’ll long to be every month of the year.