Goleta, California

Appropriately known as “The Good Land” for its agricultural roots as the heart of California’s commercial lemon trade in the 1800s, Goleta represents classic coastal living as Santa Barbara’s laid-back neighbor. The city is a major stop along the migration of monarch butterflies along the West Coast and offers carefully maintained natural spaces at Ellwood Mesa and Goleta Beach for outdoor enthusiasts. Proudly authentic, Goleta is home to a thriving community, ranging from local farms like Goodland Organics, which has pioneered coffee growing in California, shops like MACHER, promoting sustainable creations, and a variety of breweries and tasting rooms like Kunin Wines, which opened its Goleta winery last year. Whether seeking solitude away from the crowded coast or wanting to experience the local gems, Goleta offers it all within its ten miles of breathtaking coastline and easy access to nearby cities like Santa Barbara and Montecito.