From Montecito’s citrus valleys and lemon-packing days, from where we anchor our identity, to the courtyards and terraces shaded by orange trees, citrus has always symbolized the good life in California.

Whether you’re styling your dream home or preparing to sell, understanding the furniture that shaped mid-century design can help elevate any space.

Curious about which chickens lay blue, green, and speckled eggs? Here’s our list of the best multi-colored egg layers for California’s climate—perfect for backyard coops and coastal flocks alike.

Discover the must-have gear, style tips, and local insights for sailing the Santa Barbara coast—including where to rent, what to wear, and how to enjoy the water like a local. Featuring Santa Barbara Sailing Center.

From Pumpkin Patches to trick-or-treating, this is our guide to all things fall in Ojai, Montecito, Santa Barbara, , and the Santa Ynez Valley.

We’re thrilled to welcome Bruce Frey to our team. With a proven track record leading top consumer brands, a passion for community, and a natural ability to guide clients through life’s big decisions, Bruce brings both seasoned expertise and genuine care to every interaction.

Every August, Santa Barbara turns into a different kind of town. Fiesta has a way of getting under your skin—in the absolute best way.

We’re in the Santa Barbara Independent this week, and it feels like a full circle moment. When we launched Montecito Valley, it was with a clear vision: to create a real estate group rooted in story, guided by design, and grounded in a deep love for this community.

At Montecito Valley, we’re in the business of telling stories—not just about properties, but about people, purpose, and place. And now, for the first time, Tyler’s telling his own.

We’re officially in a Montecito Valley summer state of mind…

There’s something about summer here that slows everything down in the best way. The light lingers, the days stretch softly into each other, and suddenly the simplest moments start to feel like rituals.

This summer brought some meaningful changes—and one we’re especially excited to share. We’ve officially joined Village Properties.

A century-old classic returns. After years of quiet, Ojai’s longest-standing hotel is open once again and looking better than ever. Originally built in 1919, Hotel El Roblar has been lovingly restored to honor its Spanish Revival bones while bringing a fresh sense of place.

Montecito architecture is more than just aesthetics. It’s identity. From tiled courtyards in Montecito to steel-and-glass homes in the hills, the way homes are built here reflects how people want to live: connected to the land, open to light, and grounded in a sense of place.

At Montecito Valley, we don’t just sell real estate—we share stories. We believe a home is more than square footage and specs; it’s the setting for a life, a reflection of the people who live there, and the stories still waiting to be told.

This past weekend, we went Behind The Hedges with our longtime friend, designer, and storyteller Malcolm James Kutner, at his home in Ojai—a place that feels less like a destination and more like a sanctuary of the soul.

Perched on the Montecito bluff, Bellosguardo has spent decades as one of the most mysterious estates on the California coast, its gates closed, its story paused in time.

Some places just have a way of slowing things down, letting you breathe a little deeper and settle into the good life.

The 40th Santa Barbara International Film Festival is here, and for those of us who love cinema, there’s nothing quite like it. 

Sometimes you just need to hit the road, trade the noise for crashing waves and redwoods, and end the day with a stiff drink by the fire.