Netflix's Kretz Family Luxury Real Estate Brand Lands in Mauritius

The Kretz family — the charismatic Parisian dynasty behind Netflix's hit real estate series *L'Agence* — has officially set its sights on Mauritius, establishing a presence on the island as part of an international expansion of their luxury property brand. **Who Are the Kretzes?** For viewers unfamiliar with the show, *L'Agence* (available on Netflix worldwide) follows the Kretz family as they buy, sell, and market some of the most extraordinary luxury properties in France and beyond. The series became a global phenomenon, turning patriarch Olivier Kretz and his wife Sandrine, along with their sons, into recognisable faces in the world of high-end real estate. The family runs Kretz & Partners, a boutique agency specialising in exceptional properties typically valued in the millions of euros. **Why Mauritius?** Mauritius has long been a magnet for ultra-high-net-worth individuals seeking second homes, retirement destinations, or investment properties in the Indian Ocean. The island offers a stable political environment, favourable tax arrangements, a well-regarded residency-by-investment framework, and a lifestyle that blends tropical luxury with strong international connectivity. Foreign nationals can legally purchase property in Mauritius through several government-approved schemes, including the Property Development Scheme (PDS) and the Smart City Scheme, which grant residency rights to buyers investing above certain thresholds. This regulatory framework has attracted buyers from Europe, South Africa, Asia, and beyond — precisely the clientele the Kretz brand caters to. **What This Means for Mauritius's Luxury Property Market** The arrival of a brand with the global recognition of Kretz & Partners is a significant signal for Mauritius's already buoyant luxury real estate sector. It brings with it not just transactions, but international media visibility — the family's Netflix platform reaches millions of potential buyers across Europe and beyond who may not previously have considered Mauritius as a property destination. For local developers, rival agencies, and property investors, the Kretz move raises the profile of Mauritian luxury real estate at a time when demand from European and South African buyers remains robust. For prospective buyers, it introduces a trusted, internationally recognised brand as an entry point to navigating what can be a complex market with specific legal requirements for foreign ownership. **A Growing Trend** The Kretzes are not the first international luxury real estate brand to plant a flag in Mauritius, but the Netflix effect gives their expansion an outsized marketing reach. As the island continues to position itself as a premier destination for wealthy relocators and second-home buyers, the arrival of celebrity-backed agencies further cements its reputation on the global luxury property map. Source: Le Défi Media