Make golden hour Last
There’s a specific warmth to August. The long, amber sunsets, the slower evenings, and the desire to make the good times last (like those special nights at the Santa Barbara Bowl in the photo above). It always makes us look at our homes a little differently. We start noticing where the evening light hits, where we wish we had a bigger deck for entertaining, or how nice it would be to have a dedicated space to unwind.
A home should be more than just a place to store your things—it should be where your best days happen. Whether that’s a light-filled space that welcomes the morning sun or a backyard made for gathering with family and friends, I’m here to help you find a home that fits the way you want to live.
Whether you’re thinking about buying, selling, or simply curious about today’s market, I’d love to talk about your goals and how I can help.
Real Estate in the News
1 in 2 Consumers Now Say it’s Better to Buy than Rent
Over half of consumers now say they believe buying a home is a better option than renting — the first time in three years that a majority has expressed this opinion, according to a report released this week.
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Real estate news
Local Happenings
AUGUST 5-9
Old Spanish Days Fiesta in Santa Barbara
The city’s signature celebration transforms downtown with colorful parades, flamenco performances, mariachi music, mercados, authentic food, and family-friendly festivities. Highlights include Fiesta Pequeña, the Historical Parade, Children’s Parade, and El Mercado de la Guerra. Learn More.
THROUGH AUGUST
Refugio Ranch Summer Concert Series
Enjoy live music, local wine, and vineyard sunsets every weekend at Refugio Ranch’s tasting room in Los Olivos. It’s one of the valley’s favorite summer traditions and runs through the end of August. Learn More.
Lifestyle Tips and Tricks
The Hidden Cost of Homeownership – and How to Plan for it
Owning a home comes with more than a mortgage. Here’s how to budget for those expensive repairs.
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better homes & gardens
Sell Your Home? The Wrong Paint Colors Could Affect Your Offers
When your home is on the market, the colors on your walls could lead to higher offers, or reduce how much buyers think it’s worth…
Courtesy of Forbes
5 Home Design Trends To Watch in 2026
Wellness, nature and personal expression are restyling homes and redefining how people live.
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Solvang
801 Creekside Pl
4 BD 2.5 BA 3082 SF .49 ac $1,650,000
This single-story home offers more than 3,000 square feet on nearly half an acre, with a well-designed floor plan that provides versatility, generous gathering areas, and a natural connection to outdoor areas designed for entertaining and relaxation. Recent upgrades include the roof, windows, flooring, kitchen appliances, interior and exterior paint, garage doors, and landscaping, creating a home that is as move-in ready as it is inviting.
At the heart of the home, the expansive great room brings together the family room with fireplace, large island kitchen, and informal dining area in one inviting space designed for gathering and entertaining. Abundant counter space, walk-in pantry, butler’s pantry, and windows across the back of the home fill the room with natural light and create a connection to the backyard. Doors provide easy access to the beautifully manicured outdoor spaces, offering areas for dining, entertaining, gardening, or simply relaxing. The primary suite is privately situated at the rear of the home, opening to the backyard and featuring its own fireplace.
A separate living room and formal dining room–also ideal as a home office–provide additional options for how the home can be enjoyed. Four bedrooms, two-and-a-half baths, and a three-car garage complete this inviting Solvang residence.
Set in the Santa Ynez Valley wine country, this home captures the relaxed lifestyle that draws people to the area, with easy access to world-class wineries, renowned restaurants, charming shops, and the natural beauty of the Valley.
Featured Listing
Santa Barbara
856 Highland Dr, Unit 4
1 BD 1 BA 630 SF $850,000
Location and Style!
Live atop the Mesa in a light-filled, creative space with soaring wood-beamed ceilings. This recently remodeled end-unit offers one bedroom, one bathroom, a stylish loft, and a balcony with peek-a-boo ocean views.
The sunlit bedroom features a walk-in closet, while the bathroom boasts a spacious, walk-in, spa-like shower. The versatile loft is partially open to the living room below and includes an operating skylight, perfect for a home office, art studio, or cozy retreat.
Quartz countertops, a subway tile backsplash, and stainless appliances give the kitchen a sleek, contemporary feel. The sun-drenched, expansive living room flows seamlessly onto the balcony overlooking the Honda Valley preserve, offering treetop and peek ocean views.
A private, semi-enclosed carport beneath the unit provides ample storage. Enjoy privacy, peace, and tranquility in one of the best locations in the Highlands community—set back from the main road and perched above the inviting trails of the Honda Valley preserve.
Just minutes from downtown, the beach, and all the Mesa’s favorite restaurants and shops, this home combines convenience with serenity.
The complex amenities include two pools, a hot tub, sauna, and a clubhouse perfect for private gatherings.
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