With its long stretches of white-sand beaches, blue lagoons and attractive tax regime, the Indian Ocean island of Mauritius has long been a beloved destination for high-net-worth individuals in search of seclusion. And the jewel in the crown is Heritage Villas Valriche. The Luxury Editor was recently invited to visit to learn about this incredible property develeopment.
Read on to find out more.

The Allure of Bel Ombre

The southwest coast of Mauritius is a captivating area with its stunning natural landscape that includes mountains, waterfalls, forests, cliffs, pristine lagoon, and sandy beaches. Located in this idyllic part of the Indian Ocean island is Heritage Bel Ombre, a luxury 2,500-hectare estate home to Heritage Villas Valriche. This exclusive villa community which was established in 2008 and comprises 288 villas is the epitome of refined tropical Mauritian living.
Bel Ombre Estate

Located approximately an hour from Port-Louis in Mauritius’ Savanne District, Bel Ombre is a picturesque blend of sea, mountains, and rich biodiversity nestled along the southern coast. Its history spans the cultivation of sugar cane, exploration, and settlement, with its first mention in 1769 by French botanist Jacques-Henri Bernardin de Saint-Pierre. By 1816, Charles Telfair had transformed it into a productive sugar estate, innovating in agriculture and improving workers’ conditions. Once the hub of Mauritius’ sugar trade, the estate has evolve...