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Selling beautiful homes in the Santa Barbra area! Attention to detail and a skilled negotiator. Let's find your dream home! DRE: 1032313

10/18/2026

🌿💧 A LITTLE SANTA BARBARA COUNTY HISTORY: LAKE CACHUMA

Long before Lake Cachuma became a favorite place to escape into nature, this beautiful corner of the Santa Ynez Valley was part of the Santa Ynez River landscape. 🌄

🏗️ Built by the construction of Bradbury Dam on the Santa Ynez River, Lake Cachuma became an important part of Santa Barbara County’s water supply. The dam was completed in 1953, helping shape the region’s water history for generations to come.

Today, Lake Cachuma offers so much more than beautiful views. 💙 It’s a place to enjoy fishing 🎣, boating 🚤, camping ⛺, wildlife 🦅, and the peaceful beauty of the surrounding Santa Ynez Mountains.

🌾 It’s a wonderful reminder that our Central Coast’s history is deeply connected to the land, the water, and the people who have called this special place home.

At Bella Terra Real Estate, we love sharing the stories, history, and natural beauty that make Santa Barbara County such an extraordinary place to live. 🏡🌿

📍 Thinking about buying or selling in Santa Barbara County? I’d love to help!

🌸Kirsten Taggart, Broker
🏡Bella Terra Real Estate, Inc.
📞 805-535-8747
✉️ Kirsten [email protected]
📋 DRE #01032313

10/14/2026

☀️ Thinking about solar? Let’s look at the bigger picture.

Solar panels can offer potential energy savings and may appeal to today’s homebuyers. Whether you’re buying or selling, it’s important to understand the details.

🌿 A few things to consider:
• Owned vs. leased systems
• Transferable agreements
• Warranties and system condition
• Electricity costs and potential savings
• Resale value and buyer appeal

Every home is different, and understanding the details can help you make a more informed decision.

🏡 Have questions about how solar may affect your real estate goals? Let’s connect!

🏡Kirsten Taggart | Broker
🌸 Bella Terra Real Estate, Inc.
📞 805-535-8747
✉️ Kirsten [email protected]

10/09/2026

🌊 FRIDAY FEATURE | LOON POINT

Some places remind you to slow down and appreciate the beauty right in our own backyard. ❤️

Loon Point is one of those special spots along the Santa Barbara coast, where the Pacific meets the shoreline and the scenery feels a world away from the everyday. ☀️

From the sound of the waves to the stunning coastal views, this is part of what makes living along our coast so special. 🌿

It’s more than a location. It’s a lifestyle. 🏡

💙 What’s your favorite spot along the Santa Barbara coast?

🏡 Kirsten Taggart | Broker
🌸 Bella Terra Real Estate, Inc.
📱 805-535-8747
✉️ Kirsten [email protected]
🏅 DRE #01032313
📸 Instagram: .realestate

10/08/2026

🌊 NAPLES ON THE GAVIOTA COAST 🌿
A rare opportunity to preserve 1,027 acres of Santa Barbara’s coastline

1,027 acres. One mile of coastline. A remarkable piece of Santa Barbara County’s history. ✨

The Land Trust for Santa Barbara County is working to permanently preserve the Naples property on the Gaviota Coast, one of the last large, undeveloped coastal landscapes in our region.

The Land Trust has entered into a purchase agreement for the property and is now working to raise the remaining $16 million needed to complete the acquisition and establish a long-term conservation fund. 🤝

For generations, Naples has been part of the conversation surrounding the future of the Gaviota Coast. Its preservation would protect coastal bluffs, open ranchland, wildlife habitat, an 18-acre freshwater lake and the historic Naples townsite — keeping this extraordinary stretch of coastline from future development. 🌾🐚

From a real estate perspective, it’s a fascinating reminder of just how rare large, undeveloped coastal acreage has become in Santa Barbara County. 🏡🌊

What happens to Naples could shape the Gaviota Coast for generations to come. 💙

📍 Gaviota Coast | Santa Barbara County

🏡Kirsten Taggart, Broker
🌸Bella Terra Real Estate, Inc.
🪪DRE #01032313
📞 805-535-8747
[email protected]

10/06/2026

🏡✨ A little piece of Santa Barbara history is on the market.

This charming 2-bedroom, 2-bath cottage at 511 Miramonte Drive is one of the historic Moody Sisters cottages — homes designed by sisters Lillian and Anna Moody, whose work helped shape Santa Barbara’s distinctive residential architecture in the early 20th century.

Originally built in Montecito nearly a century ago and later moved to its current location, the cottage retains so much of its original character, including beamed ceilings, vintage hardwood floors, a fireplace and beautiful built-ins.

Surrounded by mature gardens with mountain views and ocean peeks, the property also includes a detached 2-car garage and separate studio. 🌿🌊

There’s something especially wonderful about a home that isn’t just beautiful, but has a story to tell.

📍 511 Miramonte Drive
💰 $2,295,000
🛏 2 Bedrooms | 🛁 2 Bathrooms | 1,410 Sq. Ft.

🏡Kirsten Taggart, Broker
🌸Bella Terra Real Estate, Inc.
📞 805-535-8747
📧 Kirsten Taggart@bellaterrar ealtors.com

10/03/2026

🎨 What’s Trending in Paint Colors Right Now?

If you’re thinking about refreshing your home, 2026 is bringing a warmer, more natural color palette.

✨ Warm whites & creamy neutrals
🌿 Sage, olive & earthy greens
🌊 Soft blue-greens
🤎 Warm taupes, khakis & sandy tones
🍂 Richer browns, terracotta & other earthy shades

Cool gray is taking a back seat as homeowners gravitate toward colors that feel warmer, softer and more connected to nature.

And for those who want a little more personality, deeper greens, blues and warm brown tones are making beautiful statement walls, offices, bedrooms and powder rooms.

🏡 Thinking about painting before putting your home on the market? The right color can make a difference in how a space feels.

What color would you choose for your home? 🎨

📱 Kirsten Taggart, Broker
🏡 Bella Terra Real Estate, Inc.
📞 805-535-8747
📧 [email protected]
📍 DRE #01032313

10/02/2026

☀️ October in Santa Barbara… and it still feels like summer! 🌴🌊

With temperatures nearing 90° this weekend, we’re soaking up a little extra sunshine before fall finally makes an appearance. 🍂☀️

From morning walks along the coast to beautiful afternoons enjoying the outdoors, there’s always a reason to love Santa Barbara. 🤍

Wishing everyone a beautiful and safe weekend! ☀️

📍 Bella Terra Real Estate, Inc.
🏡 Kirsten Taggart, Broker
📞 (805) 546-8747
📧 [email protected]
🌐 BellaTerraRealEstate.com
📱 Instagram: Kirsten Taggart | Bella Terra Real Estate

10/01/2026

🏡 What’s the one feature that can instantly make you fall in love with a home?

Is it a beautiful kitchen? 🌿 A big backyard? 🌊 An ocean view? ☀️ Natural light? Or maybe that feeling you get the second you walk through the front door? ❤️

What’s your #1 must-have?

🌸 Kirsten Taggart, Broker
🏡 Bella Terra Real Estate, Inc.
📍 DRE #01032313
📞 (805) 535-8747
✉️ [email protected]
🌐 bellaterrarealtors.com

09/29/2026

There’s a reason people fall in love with Santa Barbara. 🌿☀️

It’s the way the mountains meet the ocean.
The architecture.
The neighborhoods tucked away behind hedges and mature trees.
The slower pace.
And those little everyday moments that make a place feel like home.

From the Riviera to Hope Ranch, Montecito to the Mesa, every pocket of Santa Barbara has its own personality — and part of what I love about real estate is helping people discover which one feels like theirs.

🏡 Thinking about making a move in Santa Barbara?

I’d love to be a resource, whether you’re actively looking or simply curious about the market.

🌸 Kirsten Taggart, Broker
🏡 Bella Terra Real Estate, Inc.
📍 DRE #01032313
📞 (805) 535-8747
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.bellaterrarealtors.com

09/25/2026

One of Santa Barbara’s local gems worth knowing about. 🏡

The Habitat for Humanity ReStore in Santa Barbara is a great resource if you’re renovating, updating a home, or simply looking for something special at a fraction of retail cost.

They offer gently used and new home improvement items while giving materials a second life and keeping them out of the landfill. Even better, purchases help support Habitat for Humanity’s work toward affordable housing in Southern Santa Barbara County.

Whether you’re tackling a renovation, looking for a unique find, or simply want to shop a little more sustainably, it’s worth a visit.

📍 400 State Street, Santa Barbara
Wednesday–Sunday | 10 AM–6 PM

I love discovering local organizations that make a difference in our community. 💚

🌸 Kirsten Taggart, Broker
🏡 Bella Terra Real Estate, Inc.
📍 DRE #01032313
📞 (805) 535-8747
✉️ [email protected]

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