Montecito, CA, is famous for its stretches of coastline and views of the Pacific Ocean. Montecito is home to around 8,500 people, making it one of the smaller coastal destinations in Santa Barbara County. An interesting fact is that Charlie Chaplin opened the landmark Montecito Inn. Montecito is also home to one of the best gardens called Lotusland, with over 300 species of cacti located in the botanical garden. Beyond the city's beautiful outdoors, Montecito is also known for its architecture. Most notable is Casa del Herrero, a Spanish Colonial Revival building listed on the National Register of Historic Places.