A sort of Bohemian soul is manifest in the relaxed,
beach-friendly lifestyle of this former religious colony and one-time mini-oil
boomtown immediately south of Montecito and Santa Barbara. Once hosting over a
dozen producing oil wells as well as soap and cigar factories, the quaint
town’s main street, Lillie Avenue, is now home to an enticing array of unique
shops featuring antiques and designer accoutrements destined for the finest
homes in L.A., Montecito and Santa Barbara.
This laid-back town of only 1,500 residents also offers
flip-flop and family-friendly restaurants, and a beautiful beachside park
complete with expansive lawns, play areas and direct access to the beach.
Summerland is home to artists, writers and part-time residents seeking a cozy
cottage or spacious getaway nestled on a hillside overlooking the Pacific Ocean
and Channel Islands.
