What is Santa Barbara best known for?

Santa Barbara is known for its Pacific coastline, Santa Ynez Mountain backdrop, Spanish Colonial Revival architecture, walkable downtown, local restaurants, Santa Barbara County wine and year-round outdoor lifestyle.

Which Santa Barbara neighborhoods should relocation buyers explore?

The Mesa offers beach-close neighborhood living; the Riviera is known for hillside views; Downtown provides walkability to dining and culture; and Montecito combines village conveniences, privacy, gardens and mountain access.

Do you need a car in Santa Barbara?

Downtown, the Funk Zone and the Waterfront are easy to explore on foot, by bike or by rideshare. A car is useful for reaching Montecito, Goleta, trailheads, wine country and other communities across Santa Barbara County.

Best of Santa Barbara: Eat, Drink, Play & Stay

Q: Who created the Best of Santa Barbara guide?

The guide is curated by sisters and real estate partners Tamara McLean and Phyllis Coonce of We Sell Real Estate at Keller Williams Santa Barbara and Montecito.

A local Santa Barbara city and relocation guide curated by REALTORS® Tamara McLean and Phyllis Coonce of We Sell Real Estate.

Explore Santa Barbara restaurants, coffee, wine, cocktails, cultural attractions, outdoor experiences, hotels and neighborhoods. Contact info@wesell.realestate or call 805-892-0292 for relocation guidance.