MONTECITO

Nestled between the Santa Ynez Mountains and the sparkling Pacific Ocean, Montecito epitomizes luxurious coastal living. This exclusive community is famous for, well, its famous residents, manicured estates, and magnificent scenery, along with its best-in-class resorts, like Rosewood Miramar Beach and San Ysidro Ranch. When it comes to real estate, the much-desired options range in style and price, though all share one thing in common: the prestige of a Montecito zip code.

The nearby Santa Ynez Mountains present a playground for hiking enthusiasts, with picturesque trails offering views of the coastline and lush surrounding landscapes. For gourmands, Montecito boasts a diverse range of renowned restaurants, where world-class chefs craft culinary masterpieces using locally sourced ingredients. And if it’s retail therapy you’re after, Coast Village Road is curated with all the upscale boutiques, art galleries, and designer stores you could possibly want.

Public schools include:

• All Saints-by-the-Sea Parish School (PreK)
• Montecito Union School (K-6)
• Cold Spring Elementary School (K-6)

For higher grade levels, students from Montecito typically continue their education in the Santa Barbara Unified School District.

Private schools in the area include:

• Crane Country Day School (PreK-8)
• Laguna Blanca School (PreK-12)