Full of mystique and grandeur, history and beauty, Montecito, approximately 8 square miles of hidden neighborhoods and expansive estates, has been the destination of choice for celebrities and millionaires for over one hundered years. Located a couple miles east of Santa Barbara, "Montecito", which is Spanish for "little mountain", first received attention from wealthy Easterners and Midwesterners in the late 1800's. These early settlers developed large and lavish estates. Today, Montecito offers varied options for residential living, such as an easy care condominium just steps from the beach, a hidden cottage set on a tree shaded lane, as well as large estates on many acres, both old and new. The pace of life is unhurried here, and the beauty immense, so its easy to see why Montecito has become a desirable place for retirees and second home big city dwellers. Whatever the case, you'll find Montecito to be truly a lush paradise. PRIMARY PRICE RANGE: $3 million to $20 million