Barnes Mauritius

Name

Barnes Mauritius

Legal name

OLOA (Holidays) Ltd

Website

https://barnes-mauritius.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2015

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Luxury Real Estate Brokerage

NAICS

Offices of Real Estate Agents and Brokers (5312), Real Estate Property Managers (53131)

SIC

Real Estate Agents & Managers (For Others) (6531)

akta.pro primary industry

Buyer Representation Services (BPAJAAAJ)

Keywords

• Luxury real estate brokerage
• Property management services
• Residential property sales
• Seasonal rental services
• Commercial real estate

Headquarters

HQ city

Grand Baie

HQ country

Mauritius

HQ region

Africa

Offices7 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Real Estate Sales Commission: Commissions earned on property sales transactions. Local buyers pay 2% + VAT of final sale price; international buyers pay 2.5% + VAT. In VEFA (off-plan) purchases, fees are charged to the developer.
2. Rental Commission: Agency fees equivalent to 1 month rent + 15% VAT, paid by both landlord and tenant upon signing the lease.
3. Property Management: Property management services for rental properties including tenant management, rent collection, and maintenance oversight.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Barnes Mauritius is a full-service luxury real estate agency operating through six physical locations across Mauritius, providing buying, selling, renting, and property management services for premium residential and commercial properties. The agency operates under the BARNES International brand license, handling transaction commissions (2-2.5% of sale price for purchases, 1 month rent for rentals) and ongoing property administration for high-net-worth domestic and international clients.

Product overview

Barnes Mauritius operates as a single integrated luxury real estate agency offering residential property transactions (buying, selling, renting) as its core service, supported by complementary modules including property management, seasonal rentals, commercial real estate, new-build program assistance, and property valuation. The agency also publishes the BARNES Mauritius Magazine as a branded content product. All offerings are service-based, centered on the agency's network of 6 physical agency locations across Mauritius, without any software products or digital platforms.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Luxury Real Estate Agency Services Full-service luxury real estate agency providing buying, selling, and renting of premium residential properties (houses, apartments, penthouses, villas, land) across Mauritius. Services include property search, viewings, transaction support, advisory, and multi-language assistance (French, English, German) for high-net-worth clients.
• Property Management Services Rental management and property administration services for property owners, including tenant management, maintenance coordination, rent collection, and rental income optimization.
• Seasonal Rental Services Short-term and seasonal rental services for property owners seeking vacation lettings, including marketing, tenant placement, and management during the tourist season.
• Commercial Real Estate Services Specialized brokerage services for commercial property transactions including offices, retail spaces, and mixed-use developments in Mauritius.
• New Build Programs (VEFA/Off-Plan) Assistance with purchasing properties under construction or off-plan, working with developers on pre-completion acquisitions. Fees are charged to the developer/promoter rather than the buyer in VEFA transactions.
• Property Valuation & Estimation Professional property valuation services for sellers and buyers to determine the market value of residential properties.

Quantifiable outcome

• 260+ transactions per year
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered minor.

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• NavitasminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerFull range of business services provider for more than 10 years, from company creation to post-registration support. Enables clients to focus on core business while Navitas handles administrative needs.
• RM ClubminorOthersPremium sports and wellness club with over 6,000 m² indoor and 3,000 m² outdoor space including sports fields, climbing wall, gym, restaurant/lounge bar and meeting rooms. More than a sports club, a lifestyle offering.
• Roche BoboisminorOthersLuxury furniture brand present in Mauritius for 11 years, offering home and office furnishing projects. European-made furniture with customization options for colors and materials. Respects ecological standards.
• Constance Hotels & ResortsminorOthersConstance Belle Mare Plage and Constance Prince Maurice luxury resorts offering authentic Mauritian hospitality with golf courses, multiple restaurants, and world-class facilities. Serves as referral source for high-end clientele.
• Royal Palm Beachcomber LuxuryminorOthers5-star hotel in Grand-Baie combining traditional and contemporary styles along white sandy beach. Part of Beachcomber Hotels group, offering luxurious and intimate experience.
• 20 Degrés SudminorOthersFirst 5-star boutique hotel in Mauritius, Relais & Châteaux member. Offers elegant and intimate interior with charming atmosphere, renovated rooms, and exceptional restaurant experience.
• Leicht By Slow DesignminorOthersMinimalist kitchen and furniture design brand featuring clear, uncluttered design with functional storage solutions.
• Oceano PearlsminorOthersHandcrafted jewelry brand based in Mauritius celebrating sea beauty. Founded by Harriet Batchelor with expertise from Paris and Rome, creating unique pearl and sculptural designs.
• AdamasminorOthers30 years of experience in jewelry, precious stones, and fine watchmaking. Extensive knowledge accumulated in all aspects of the trade.
• Sloane MauritiusminorOthersFashion 'colourist' designer creating positive, colorful designs. Yoga and meditation practitioner whose lifestyle reflects the brand's philosophy.
• Adamah Fine ArtsminorOthersSeven galleries in 5-star hotels across Mauritius including Anahita Golf & Spa Resort, Four Seasons Resort, Hotel Maradiva, Sands Suites, Constance Prince Maurice, LUX* Grand Baie, and Radisson Blu Azuri. Combines luxury hospitality with high-level artistic exhibition.

Scale indicators12 records

Recent moves13 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Engel & Völkers: Global luxury real estate franchise with active presence in Mauritius, directly competing with BARNES for the same international HNW buyer pool and offering comparable premium brokerage and property management services.
• BARNES International: Parent brand and global network for BARNES Mauritius. Operates 132 agencies across 20+ countries with 48,000 properties globally, providing the referral pipeline and brand positioning that anchors BARNES Mauritius's premium luxury positioning.
• Sotheby's International Realty: Competing global luxury real estate network with affiliate agencies in Mauritius. Targets the same affluent international buyer segment with luxury and prestige residential properties, leveraging the Sotheby's auction-house brand.
• RE/MAX: Global real estate franchise with presence in Mauritius through independent franchisees. Competes more broadly across price points (not just luxury), but operates in the same Mauritian market with similar buyer/seller representation services.

Regional players

• Pam Golding Properties: Leading luxury real estate agency in Southern Africa, comparable to BARNES in serving HNW international buyers in premium residential markets. Operates primarily in South Africa and select African markets, providing regional rather than direct competition.

Broad incumbents

• Christie's International Real Estate: Luxury real estate network affiliated with Christie's auction house, offering high-end residential brokerage globally. Overlaps with BARNES Mauritius in the premium segment but operates as part of a broader luxury conglomerate.
• Knight Frank: Global real estate consultancy offering residential sales, leasing, and advisory services in prime international markets including Mauritius. Overlaps with BARNES in luxury residential but operates a broader portfolio including commercial and capital markets.
• Coldwell Banker Global Luxury: Major US-headquartered real estate franchise with a dedicated luxury program. Competes with BARNES for HNW international buyers, particularly US and Canadian clients seeking second homes in Mauritius.
• Savills: Global real estate services firm active in prime residential, commercial, and investment markets. Competes with BARNES in luxury international residential while offering a much broader portfolio including investment advisory and property management.

Others

• Leading Real Estate Companies of the World: Global network of independent luxury real estate firms, structurally comparable to the BARNES International network. Represents a coalition of regional luxury brokerages that together offer international referral flow analogous to what BARNES International provides to BARNES Mauritius.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Subsidiaries7 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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