montecito lower village
When you think of Montecito, you think of luxury accessory boutiques, high-end wine and olive oil shops, nice restaurants that put love and care into their quality, taste, and presentation of dishes, and interior decorating shops to inspire and help you turn your home into a contemporary-chic luxury or a rustic and elegant sanctuary.
The Lower Village in Montecito is the ultimate spot for those looking for privacy, ocean views, large lots, and hoping to be within close proximity to restaurants, coffee shops, shopping of all sorts - jewelry, clothing, cosmetics, home decor, as well as essential places like your vet, attorney, bank, real estate agent, go-to grocery store, hair stylist, and manicurist. Not only does the Lower Village have everything you need, within walking distance, but Butterfly Beach is just steps away from Coast Village Road.
Restaurants
Our office is located on Coast Village Road, so we really do experience the Lower Village first hand. Our favorite spots include Jeannine's for breakfast burritos in the morning, or fresh baked cookies in the afternoon. We're also the number 1 fans of Honor Market Pizza and you'll often find one of us there at the end of the day grabbing pizzas to bring home. The Lower Village has it all - Lucky's for happy hour and a great steak, Los Arroyos for simple yet authentic Mexican food, Tre Lune for a nice Italian dinner, Sakana for sushi, and a handful of coffee shops scattered up and down the street. The Lower Village is really winning your tastebuds over.
Coast Village CATWALK
Montecito’s lower village has grown with trendy shopping for all ages from gorgeous vintage attire and accessories to chic trends for a weekend at your favorite music festival. Some of our favorite stores include K Frank, Allora By Laura, and Blanka.
K FRANK
Clothing, Jewelry, and Accessories
K. Frank offers a carefully selected presentation of mens and women’s clothing from the most relevant designer, contemporary, and classic fashion houses. Their lifestyle edit incorporates premier shoe, accessory, and jewelry collections. Owners Kevin and Katie Frank are committed to every detail. Open seven days a week on Montecito’s main drag.
BLANKA BOUTIQUE
BLANKA BOUTIQUE is an eclectic boutique curated by Jennie Reiter. The store is full of brands you used to only find in Los Angeles like Alice + Olivia, Diane Von Furstenberg, Shona Joy, Rebecca Taylor and other more Los Angeles based brands like Privacy Please, Otis & Maclain, and even her own line, Blanka the LABEL. Jennie’s personal styling and shopping background serves as her inspiration for the store and the wide range of style “personalities” she represents- from the city chic girl, to the romantic and retro, there is truly something for everyone. She even offers personal styling appointments you can purchase to gain new understanding about your coloring, body type, and style type. This Spring and Summer, she will be offering closet cleansing and house calls as she goes back to her roots of personal styling. This store is an experience worth making time for on your next stay in Santa Barbara.
ALLORA BY LAURA
The marriage of fine European clothing with a soulful California attitude could not provide a better foundation for luxurious everyday style. Allora by Laura is a space where fashion lovers can interpret for themselves just how to wear bias cut column dresses, cashmere wraps, retro jumpsuits, leather jackets and curated accessories. Exclusive, captivating silhouettes inspire and enhance the daily wardrobe as well as special event ensembles. Delighting in whats wonderful to wear and finding the perfect piece to express yourself is the Allora experience.
Events
Ghost Village Road
Every Halloween, "Ghost" Village Road attracts over 1,500 people in costume and ready for treats. The Lower Village turns into a lively daytime trick-or-treating extravaganza, and all the local businesses are prepared for the exciting event. Children and their parents walk up and down the entire stretch of the road, collecting as much candy as possible. The Montecito Association created this fun, safe, and family-oriented event that also benefits all the shops and businesses along Coast Village Road as it gives us a chance to interact with the community.
Cacti and Cocktails
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The cactus garden is especially lovely in the late afternoon light. Stroll through the garden and experience the magnificent epiphyllum and cactus blooms. Join a docent-led tour or members may explore the garden on their own. Specialty cocktails and hors d’oeuvres will be served.
butterfly beach
Butterfly Beach draws a strong local crowd. There are no kayak rentals, or snack shops, so it's really the ideal place to post up with a picnic and some magazines if you're looking to relax in the sun!
