Santa Barbara Independent Real Estate 3/16/23

1800 W HIGHWAY 246, BUELLTON ±72 acres • $6,900,000

Jamie Warm / Kerry Mormann & Associates, 707.380.3188

LIC# 02192518 / 00598625

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2930 BRAMADERO RD, LOS OLIVOS 4BD/3½BA; ±19.3 acres • $3,250,000

Laura Drammer / Nancy Kogevinas, 805.448.7500

LIC# 01209580 / 01209514

555 CHRISTMAS TREE LN, SANTA BARBARA

4BD/4½BA • $3,334,000

Brett Buschbom, 805.451.9108

LIC# 01952245

1128 CALLE LAGUNITAS, CARPINTERIA 4BD/3½BA • $1,750,000

Yolanda Van Wingerden, 805.570.4965

LIC# 01308141

1674 LAUREL AVE #1, SOLVANG

2BD/2½BA • $1,185,000

Laura Drammer / Cole Robbins, 805.448.7500 / 805.403.7735

LIC# 01209580 / 01910827

182 VICTORY DR, BUELLTON

2BD/2BA • $785,000

Cammy Godeck-Pinoli / Laura Drammer, 805.452.9725

LIC# 02074002 / 01209580

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BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESERVICES CALIFORNIA PROPERTIES

is pleased to congratulate

JOSIAH HAMILTON

on the successful representation of the Seller at 445 Pimiento Ln., Listed for $6,395,000; & the Seller at 1705 Franceschi Rd., Listed for 4,295,000.

JOSIAH HAMILTON

805.284.8835

Josiah@TheHamiltonCo.com

www.TheHamiltonCo.com

LIC 01415235

KEN SWITZER

on the successful representation of the Seller at 122 Hollister Ranch, Listed for $4,750,000.

KEN SWITZER 805.680.4622

KSwitzer@bhhscal.com

www.RealEstateSB.com

LIC 01245644

on the successful representation of the Seller at 3656 Foothill Rd., Listed for $3,150,000.

KALIA RORK

on the successful representation of the Buyer at 1553 Shoreline Dr., Listed for 5,500,000.

KALIA RORK

805.689.0614

Kalia@LiveInSB.com

www.LiveInSB.com

LIC 01313668

TEAM SCARBOROUGH

on the successful representation of the Buyer at 48 Alston Pl., Listed for $4,495,000; & the Buyer at 1705 Franceschi Rd., Listed for $4,295,000.

TEAM SCARBOROUGH

805.331.1465

Team@TeamScarborough.com

www.TeamScarborough.com

LIC 01182792

DEBORAH SAMUEL

on the successful representation of the Seller at 2726 Cuesta Rd., Listed for $2,895,000.

DEBORAH SAMUEL

NANCY KOGEVINAS

805.450.6233

Nancy@Kogevinas.com

www.MontecitoProperties.com

LIC 01209514

on the successful representation of the Buyer at 2726 Cuesta Rd., Listed for $2,895,000.

STEFAN STOJANOVSKI

805.570.0640

StefanStojanovski@bhhscal.com

www.StefanStojanovskiRealEstate.com

LIC 02112629

805.570.6680

DeborahSamuel@bhhscal.com

www.DeborahSellsSB.com

LIC 02119798

THE EASTER TEAM

on the successful representation of the Seller at 4414 Meadowlark Ln., Listed for $2,795,000.

THE EASTER TEAM

805.570.0403

Associates@EasterTeamRealtors.com

www.EasterTeamRealtors.com

LIC 00917775

NANCY KOGEVINAS

STEFAN STOJANOVSKI

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conditions, and features of property. Information is obtained from various sources and will not be verified by broker or MLS. Buyer is advised to independently verify the accuracy of that information.

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The Eye-Magnets of Santa Barbara and the History Behind Them

Exploring the historically rich Old Town of Santa Barbara is a great way to spend a Saturday morning. Guided by John Ummel, a new free walking tour through the heart of downtown will leave you with a newfound appreciation for the city’s cultural and historical center.

Ummel has curated tours for three different parts of Santa Barbara and said he was inspired by the walking tours that are common in Europe. The newest one explores the city’s deep roots in history and architecture along the 400, 500, and 600 blocks of State Street, the Brinkerhoff district, and the modern masterpieces from the awe-inspiring mind of architect Jeff Shelton. Fifteen stops and an hour and a half later, I was ready to learn more about all of Santa Barbara thanks to this extremely walkable tour.

At 10 a.m. sharp, I met Ummel and the other four members of my tour group on the 700 block of State Street. My excitement grew as we walked and made frequent stops, listening to Ummel’s fascinating descriptions. As a student at UC Santa Barbara, I was often in Santa Barbara but had never paid attention to the many places Ummel showed us. The buildings and architecture I saw but didn’t really notice were now lit up before my eyes with history, culture, and stories. I developed a new desire to dine at Joe’s Café, the longest-running restaurant in Santa Barbara, and to stay at the historical Hotel Santa Barbara, which has been rebuilt but has remained a hotel from its early days as the Mascarel Hotel in 1856. With every stop along the way, Ummel showed us old photographs and images of the very places we were seeing, which brought a deeper understanding of the times in which they were created.

The history of the architecture in Santa Barbara was a huge feature of this tour and a point of interest. I learned about the Spanish colonial style seen throughout the city, and its beginnings when Bernhard Hoffmann and Pearl Chase teamed up to create a uniform architectural style and designated zones where the streets should look like ones you would find in Spain. Ummel pointed out that this style has been re-coined to “Santa Barbara architecture,” serving as a blueprint for many other cities, such as Sacramento.

Among the highlights of the tour were three of Shelton’s elaborate and picturesque buildings, which are now wonders of Santa Barbara and truly eye-magnets. Also magnificent were the homes of the Brinkerhoff district, erected during the Victorian era and fascinating to learn about.

As the tour concluded on the corner of Haley and State Streets, I asked Ummel what had inspired him to organize this tour. He answered that he wanted to “incorporate these lower blocks of State Street that a lot of people avoid” and that about 600 hours of research had gone into the facts and images of the past he had made into a fun and engaging experience. Thanks to him, these and other destinations in Old Town are now places of significance to me and places to appreciate for their culture and deep-roots in Santa Barbara.

Learn more about free tours of Santa Barbara through John Ummel’s tour groups at FreeWalkingTourSB.com, or call (650) 675-4145 and leave a message. Waterfront and Funk Zone tours are also on offer.

COMMUNITY FEATURE by Amanda

El Andaluz, a hybrid between Spanish and Moorish architectural styles, is a Jeff Shelton design.

The Ablitt tower, a beautiful multi-floor home, was designed by Jeff Shelton.

AMANDA MARROQUIN

John Ummel’s historical photos illustrate his free walking tours.

Guests enjoy a walking tour with John Ummel, who focuses on stories of the historical oddities that add to Santa Barbara’s unique history.

AMANDA MARROQUIN JOHN UMMEL JOHN UMMEL

4187 CRESTA AVENUE | HOPE RANCH

Located on one of the most desirable streets in Hope Ranch, this magnificent 2.54-acre estate offers serene & picturesque surroundings with stunning ocean & island views. The Spanish-style compound stands as a true masterpiece & rivals some of the most exclusive estates. The property has undergone extensive renovations & expansion completed in 2015 with Don Nulty & interiors by the internationally acclaimed design & architecture firm Ingrao Inc. These updates have elevated the property to a level of grandeur that caters to those who appreciate a luxurious & sophisticated lifestyle.

Here is your chance to own a piece of Goleta’s storied agricultural past! Meander to the end of a private lane to the site of El Abrigo Rancho’s original farmhouse where you will find a newly built home and hawks soaring over this ranchette on over five acres with 360-degree views. Residential Ranchette zoning allows keeping horses and various farm animals, cultivated agriculture, vineyards and orchards.

Completed in 2021, the 3BR/2.5BA + office, single-level home sits sentinel atop a gentle knoll with ocean-island views to the south and the majestic Santa Ynez mountain range to the north. The owned solar system and Tesla back-up battery create sustainable and secure energy. Airy, open-beam ceilings bathe the open floor plan in abundant, natural light. Wide-plank oak floors extend throughout the home and into the spacious primary suite with views of the ocean, islands and the coastal hills of Hope Ranch.

A 1BR/1BA apartment sits above a detached, five-car garage with room for a workshop or hobby area. This idyllic home is only minutes to shopping, the airport, UCSB and Goleta’s tech corridor. Excellent school attendance area includes Mountain View Elementary, Goleta Valley Junior High and Dos Pueblos High School.

4 BED

4 ½ BATH

555 Christmas Tree Lane | Santa Barbara

Rarely available single-family home in The Tree Farm. This beautiful contemporary 4 bed 4.5 bath home is turn-key and ready to move in. This home was built in 2019, which gives a homeowner all the modern-day luxuries and technology you want in a new home. The open floor plan on the first level is a wonderful area to relax with the family or entertain guests. This house has a great flow as the main room rolls right outside through the massive glass sliding doors. The homeowners have completely updated the backyard, making it the perfect low-maintenance area to enjoy the outdoor Santa Barbara lifestyle. Another great feature of this home is the primary bedroom on the first level, and it has all the amenities you’d expect from a home of this caliber; light & bright, a large gorgeous shower, a soaking tub, and a walk-in closet.

Open House: Saturday & Sunday 12pm - 4pm

www.555ChristmasTreeLane.com

Brett Buschbom

805.451.9108

BBuschbom@gmail.com

www.BrettBuschbom.com

LIC #01952245

Listed at $3,334,000

± 3,481 SQ. FT.

OJAI

Grantwoods Property

14+/- ACRES | $14,000,000

GrantwoodsEstate.com

BERTRAND DE GABRIAC 805.570.3612

NEW LISTING | SANTA BARBARA

Nothing compares.

NEW LISTING | MONTECITO

Bespoke Santa Barbara Craftsman

6BD | 5BA | $5,450,000

504EValerio.com

JOY BEAN 805.895.1422

Romantic Montecito Oasis

4BD | 2BA/2PBA | $4,679,000

740Santecito.com

SANDY LIPOWSKI 805.403.3844

1250 Via Regina “Lot 1”

3+/- ACRES | $950,000

1250ViaRegina.com

DUSTY BAKER GROUP 805.220.4210

BUELLTON

A True Gem in Santa Ynez Valley

4BD | 2BA/1PBA | $899,000

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ERIK RANEY 805.886.7440

ExceptionalduallivingopportunityontheMesa. Enjoy walkableaccesstothefinestbeachesintown,hikingtrails atnearbyElingsPark,andaplethoraofgrocerystores/ restaurants.Thischarminghouserestsawayfromthe streetinaprivategatedoasisofmaturepalmtreesand lushplants.Currentlyconfiguredfordualliving:2 bedroomsand1bathroomupstairswith1bedroom(plus anoffice)and1bathroomdownstairs.Withnearly1,700 feetoflivingspace,thisflexiblefloorplancouldeasily accommodatemanyuses:liveinoneunitandrentthe otherorhavetheentirehouseforyourself.2306Cliffis notonetobemissedwithauniquelocationoffering pristinebeachesandhikingtrailsnearby.

JUST LISTED ~

CHARMING DOWNTOWN TRIPLEX

1917 BATH ST, SANTA BARBARA | OFFERED AT $2,800,000

Incredible opportunity to own 3 units in downtown Santa Barbara. Spectacular craftsman style 3 bed 2 bath single level main home of 1,567 sq ft (current rent $5,050) could be the perfect owner’s unit. In addition, this property includes a two-bedroom 1 bath upstairs unit (current rent $3,300) and a very private single level studio (current rent $2,100) all on a 6,900 sq ft lot with 3 one car garages. All three units have been nicely upgraded and include working fireplaces, hardwood floors, coved ceilings and in unit laundry. Main home enjoys 9-foot ceilings, formal dining area with coffered ceilings & built in cabinets, wood floors throughout, sunroom, recessed lighting, a huge attic space and so much more. Live here and rent the two back units!

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Cancer Foundation Hosts Dinner with Siddhartha Mukherjee

On March 8, the Cancer Foundation of S.B. County (CFSB) hosted an illuminating and enjoyable dinner with Pulitzer Prize–winning author and cancer physician Siddhartha Mukherjee. Afterward, Mukherjee gave a talk on his latest book, The Song of the Cell: An Exploration of Medicine and the New Human, at The Granada Theatre, co-presented by CFSB and UCSB Arts & Lectures. The Cancer Foundation is the fundraising partner of Ridley-Tree Cancer Center.

SOCIETY MATTERS

This intimate gathering of 60 Cancer Foundation supporters, many of them physicians, and Arts & Lectures donors at Villa & Vine (formerly Petros) began with a reception in the courtyard, followed by a Q&A session with Mukherjee and a three-course meal.

Arts & Lectures Miller

McCune Executive Director Celesta Billeci and CFSB Executive Director Lori Willis welcomed guests and Mukherjee, who casually addressed questions from the center of the courtyard. Mukherjee demonstrated the ability he is known for clearly explaining complex medical concepts. In 2011, Mukherjee won the Pulitzer Prize for his book The Emperor of All Maladies: A Biography of Cancer

The first and most interesting question was about the ability of viruses to mutate. Mukherjee explained that viruses need to make copies of themselves to reproduce, and those that are very error-prone tend to mutate very quickly. HIV falls into this category. COVID, thankfully, does not. However, two other factors also affect a virus’s ability to mutate: the number of viral particles that are made and how infectious the virus is. COVID both has a high number of viral particles and is highly contagious. Thus, it evolves. Even though the error rate is very small, Mukherjee explained, the number of viruses that contain errors is large enough to accumulate mutations.

Mukherjee also spoke at length about his research on modulating insulin, which is the body’s response to sugar. There is considerable evidence suggesting that high levels of insulin are related to the incidence of cancer and the growth of cancer. He suspects that one reason pancreatic cancer is particularly challenging is that it is bathed in insulin.

Earlier in the day, Mukherjee spoke with a group of 45 physicians from Ridley-Tree Cancer Center (RTCC), UCLA, and Cottage Hospital at RTCC’s Wolf Education & Training Center. Moderated by Dr. Charles Conway, the event provided an informal opportunity to ask questions and engage in a dialogue about cancer.

Founded in 2012, the Cancer Foundation of Santa Barbara ensures that RTCC continues to provide a comprehensive, high level of cancer care and relies on community support to fulfill its mission. Most CFSB funding goes to RTCC, though it also partners with other organizations. This year, it has already granted more than $3.5 million to RTCC and nearly $200,000

to others. Last year, it granted nearly $2.9 million to RTCC and nearly $200,000 to others.

In 2015, CFSB and Sansum Clinic raised more than $48 million to construct the state-of-the-art RTCC, which opened in 2017. CFSB is currently working on the $8 million Phase II of the project providing technological and cosmetic upgrades to RTCC’s Nuclear Medicine Department, which is at Cottage Hospital. Last year, construction work was completed and a

digital PET/CT scanner, which provides significantly enhanced images for physicians, was purchased. By next year, a new SPECT camera and other upgrades will be made.

Arts & Lectures relies heavily on community support to sustain its lectures, performances, and community outreach and education. More than half of all visiting artists and lecturers engage in some form of outreach or educational activity.

Cancer Foundation Boardmember Denise Montell, Siddhartha Muhkerjee, and Cancer Foundation Executive Director Lori Willis

by Gail Arnold

Siddhartha Muhkerjee and UCSB Arts & Lectures Executive Director Celesta Billeci

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OPEN HOUSES

Goleta

1150 N. Fairview Ave, 4BD, 3.5BA, Sat & Sun 1-4, $3,950,000,

Village Properties, Cara Gamberdella 805-6803826, DRE#01766267

Hope Ranch

3620 Campanil Dr, 4BD, 4.5BA, Sat 1-3, $8,950,000, Berkshire

Hathaway HomeServices

California Properties, Rose Lizardi 805-452-4492, DRE#02107492

Santa Barbara

126 W. Calle Crespis

#3, 1BD, 1BA, Sat 1-3 & Sun 12-3, $630,000,

Village Properties, Justin Corrado 805-451-9969, DRE#01356779

1600 Garden St #8, 2BD, 2BA, Sat & Sun 1-3, $819,000, Epstein Partners/ Keller Williams, Brooke Williams 805-335-0660, DRE#01971022

306 W Ortega St, 2BD, 1.5BA, Sat & Sun 1-3, $1,050,000, Berkshire

Hathaway HomeServices

California Properties, John Comin 805-689-3078, DRE#00662357

Saturday 3/18 & Sunday 3/19

1015 Quinientos St, 3BD, 2BA, Sat 12-2 & Sun 1-3, $1,299,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Andrea Ruhge / Stefan Stojanovski 805895-5862 / 805-5700640, DRE#01965484 / #02112629

2700 Exeter Place, 3BD, 3BA, Sat & Sun 1-4, $1,599,000, Epstein Partners/Keller Williams, Steve Epstein 805-6899339, DRE#00994429

2706 Cuesta Road, 2BD, 2BA, Fri 1-4 & Sat & Sun 12-3, $1,895,000, Epstein

Partners/Keller Williams, Stan Krome 805-637-0338, DRE#00967199

721 Fellowship Rd, 3BD, 2BA, Sat & Sun 1-3, $1,995,000, Berkshire

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California Properties, Team Scarborough 805-2524991, DRE#02165838

1915 Garden Street, 3BD, 2BA, Sat 12-3 & Sun 1-3, $2,695,000, Epstein

Partners/Keller Williams, Steve Epstein 805-6899339, DRE#00994429

3139 Cliff Drive, 3BD, 3BA, Sat & Sun 2-4, $9,995,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Nicole Dever / Houghton Hyatt 805-570-5226 / 805-4534124, DRE#02110739 / #01992372

Montecito

1220 Coast Village Rd

#303, 2BD, 2BA, Sat 1-3 & Sun 12-2, $1,395,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Stefan Stojanovski / Andrea Ruhge

805-570-0640 / 805-8955862, DRE#02112629 / #01965484

909 Chelham Wy, 3BD, 2BA, Sat & Sun 1-4, $2,650,000, Berkshire

Hathaway HomeServices

California Properties, Cole Robbins 805-403-7735, DRE#01910827

269 Oak Road, 4BD, 3BA, Sat 1-3 & Sun 1-4, $3,395,000, Village Properties, Pranav Shastri / David M. Kim 805729-7993 / 805-2960662, DRE#02152010 / #01813897

279 Santa Rosa Ln, 3BD, 3BA, Sat & Sun 1-4, $5,575,000, Berkshire

Hathaway HomeServices

California Properties, Sina Omidi 805-689-7700, DRE#01944430

900 Toro Canyon

Rd, 3BD, 3BA, Sun 1-3, $5,995,000, Berkshire

Hathaway HomeServices

California Properties, Karin Ucer / Monica Gear 805-403-7866 / 805-7469598, DRE#02172987 / #02126541

Carpinteria

1128 Calle Lagunitas, 4BD, 4BA, Sat & Sun 1-3, $1,750,000, Berkshire

Hathaway HomeServices

California Properties, Yolanda Van Wingerden 805-570-4965, DRE#01308141

Santa Ynez Valley

629 Central Ave Unit B, 2BD, 1.5BA, Sat 12:302:30, $590,000, Village Properties, Nancy Rizzo 805-403-2700, DRE#01031367

160 2nd St, 4BD, 3BA, Sat 11-1 & Sun 12-2, $870,000, Village Properties, Lisa Allen 805-705-3460, DRE#01242652

1674 Laurel Ave #1, 2BD, 3BA, Sat 1-4, $1,185,000, Berkshire

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California Properties, Blake Williams 805-450-4003, DRE#02166159

1510 Kronborg Drive, 3BD, 2BA, Sun 12 - 4, $1,795,000, Pacific Crest Realty, Staci Caplan 805886-3970, DRE#01450103

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AMAZING PRIVACY AND VIEWS

Enjoy truly breathtaking panoramic views of the Alisal Mountain range from this gorgeous, single level, 3 Bedroom 2 Bath, resort-style property set on a .54 acre lot. Ideally situated at the top of the neighborhood on a quiet cul-de-sac, this property offers quality upgrades and easy indoor-outdoor living with access to the patio and infinity pool from almost every room. Upon entering, the open-concept great room offers sweeping views, a gas fireplace and sliders to the pool and spa. A chef’s kitchen with a custom center island, bar, skylights and vaulted ceilings makes entertaining a breeze! A second driveway and additional RV parking round out this amazing property. Includes solar for the pool and paid off solar system for the house. A peaceful Oasis just moments to all restaurants, shops & wine tasting Solvang has to offer! OFFERED AT $1,795,000

My Seller Is a Hoarder

Q: Marsha, as a fellow Realtor, I enjoy your articles. Now, I have a question for you. I received a referral to a seller from a divorce attorney. I visited the home, and the husband is a hoarder. It’s a great neighborhood, but the home looks like a disaster. The front and the back yard are full of discarded and broken junk. You can barely walk through the home because of all the stuff. This is a divorce sale. I’m at a loss on how to market or even show the house. Do you have any advice?

A: In my long real estate career, I have only worked with one seller who had hoarding disorder. Hoarding is a mental disorder, and hoarders and their spouses rarely put their homes on the market. The idea of selling their home and discarding or moving their possessions is overwhelming. A divorce sale is a must-sell situation, so you will need to work on a plan with this seller.

First, I suggest that you market the home by appointment only. It’s a divorce sale and already a tough situation for the sellers. Public open houses and Realtor caravans will increase their stress. When I appraised homes, I could anticipate when the property needing an appraisal had a hoarding issue. The owners would make and break appointments several times. They dreaded welcoming a stranger into their home.

Second, price the home to sell quickly. Explain the situation to agents who want to show the home. Potential buyers will need to move through the cluttered home and try to look past all the stuff. Realistically, the only way to clean up the home is to get into a contract and give the seller a

Message From the President

specific deadline. Another solution is to suggest to the divorcing couple to take what they need, and the new owners will deal with the rest. They can just walk away from the mess if they choose.

When I worked with a seller with hoarding disorder, I dreaded the physical inspection. I assumed by the cluttered condition that the home would be in serious disrepair. This was not true at all. The seller had maintained the house’s infrastructure. They had kept up with pest repairs, a new sewer lateral, put in copper plumbing, and upgraded the electrical systems. The truth was that the house was fine. Never assume anything. It took a weekend of clearing the home, cleaning, and painting, and it became a wonderful home for the new owners.

Hoarding disorder affects all levels of society. There is a story about a wealthy local man who kept buying houses for the sole purpose of putting more and more of his stuff in them. He never lived in these homes; he just filled them with his ever-growing amount of belongings.

According to the American Psychiatric Association, hoarding disorder afflicts 2 to 5 percent of our population and can affect all types of people. Working with your seller

will require sensitivity to their disorder. I suggest reading more about the problem.

I hope my suggestions help. Your listing will sell, the couple will move out, and the refreshed home will welcome new owners.

Marsha Gray, DRE #012102130, NMLS#1982164, has been a real estate broker in Santa Barbara for more than 20 years. She works at Allyn & Associates, real estate services and lending. To read more Q&A articles, visit MarshaGraySBhomes.com. She will research and answer all questions submitted. Contact Marsha at (805) 252-7093 or MarshaGraySB@gmail.com.

BY TODD SHEA - 2023 PRESIDENT - SANTA BARBARA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®

VINTAGE MOTORING IN SANTA BARBARA

Oneof the best ways to see Santa Barbara and the Santa Ynez Valley is by car. Cruising around and taking in that fresh ocean air, checking out the incredible architecture, and stopping into all of our amazing restaurants. Better yet, do it in a vintage classic car; that is where AACA comes in!

Since its founding in 1972, the Santa Barbara Chapter of the Antique Automobile Club of America (AACA) has gone a long way. The club initially supported a successful national tour in 1976. Yet, over time, the club shrank to a core of 6–8 members. When Dana Newquist joined the club 20 years ago, things were like this. Thank you to Dana for some details about the AACA and some history behind it. Below is some great information about a very fun and active community of enthusiasts in Santa Barbara.

Like any newcomer, Dana was passionate about vintage and antique vehicles. After a few meetings, the club's then-president, Jeremy Hass, approached him about taking over the club's leadership. Dana agreed to the offer but soon understood how difficult it would be. The club was small, and he needed to build it up from scratch.

Dana started by concentrating on the caliber of the meetings. He was aware that more people would join if he could secure some notable speakers. Dana was aware that not everyone was interested in technical details like rear-end ratios and carburetors. As a result, he saw to it that the speakers were picked for subjects that would interest all of the members.

Dana's second action was to make an effort to make the group more all-inclusive. Dana was well aware that collecting vintage and classic cars is not just for men. He, therefore, made sure that women felt welcome to join the club and that the programs and topics catered to all audiences. This approach worked, and the number of members started to increase gradually.

The AACA Santa Barbara Chapter has more than 100 members today and is continually expanding. A fantastic core group at the club has decided it's time to stage a new national tour. The Santa Ynez Marriott will serve as the tour's home base

from September 25 to September 29. This marks an important turning point for the club and is evidence of the effort and commitment of its members.

The AACA is not just about cars; it's about a sense of community and camaraderie. Members of the club share a common interest and bond over their love for antique automobiles. They attend events together, share stories and experiences, and learn from each other. The AACA is more than just a club; it's a family.

AACA meets the last Monday of every month at 5:30pm, Pilgrim Terrace (649 Pilgrim Terrace Dr. Santa Barbara, CA 93101 (off Modoc). A delicious buffet is available for dinner for an additional fee. Every month a special guest is invited to discuss topics important to our members. It has been nearly 50 years since the Santa Barbara Region hosted a National Tour. Classic cars will be coming from all points of the US to join.

To best get more information, to look into joining and a description of the Tour, please go to AACA SB website. https://www.aacasb.org/

Looking forward to seeing all of these beautiful cars on the road around Santa Barbara. Thanks again to Dana Newquist for the insight into a really cool local club.

Todd Shea is the 2023 president of the Santa Barbara Association of Realtors (SBAOR). He is a California licensed real estate agent with the Zia Group powered by eXp Realty here in Santa Barbara. He has served on and chaired several committees within the SBAOR and served on its board of directors. Todd can be reached at 805.453.7730 and todd@ziagroup.com or message and follow @toddshearealtor on Instagram.

Todd Shea

Shown: Chitty-Chitty Bang-Bang driven by CJ Ward and Beth Farnsworth

by Marsha Gray

Real Estate Q&A

Shoreline Jewel

From the front porch of this classic California beach cottage, the stunning coastline and Channel Islands unfold. The home boasts an ideal location on the Mesa along Shoreline Drive across the street from Shoreline Park and Beach. Recently updated, the home includes 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, abundant natural light, and hardwood floors throughout. The kitchen features gourmet appliances and wrap-around dining bar flowing easily into living and dining areas which face ocean views. French doors open to the idyllic backyard which is appointed with hardwood deck, built-in seating and dining area, a spa, and even a convenient outdoor shower. This prime location is near the surf, shopping, restaurants, and all Santa Barbara has to offer!

Offered at: $3,295,000

Chris Agnoli

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1374 Shoreline Drive

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Mission Canyon Heights Home

3 BD | 3 BA | $1,599,000 2700ExeterPlace.com

With City, Ocean, and Island views, this fixer-upper is the perfect canvas to create your dream home.

Open Houses: Saturday & Sunday 1-4 pm

Upper Eastside Retreat

3 BD | 2 BA | $2,695,000 1915GardenSt.com

Turnkey home with large deck that overlooks the stunning Zen garden backyard.

Open Houses: Saturday 12-3 pm & Sunday 1-3 pm

Ocean View Samarkand Home

2 BD | 2 BA | $1,895,000 2706CuestaRoad.com

Rare opportunity to create your dream home with unobstructed ocean views in the highly sought after Samarkand neighborhood.

Open Houses: Saturday & Sunday 12-3 pm

Upper Eastside Condo

2 BD | 2 BA | $819,000 1600GardenStUnit8.com

Downstairs, one level unit located three blocks away from State Street with a Walkscore of 81.

Open Houses: Saturday & Sunday 1-3 pm

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