Villa Folio

Villa Folio is a nineteenth-century residence in Hell-Bourg built with traditional Creole design, featuring verandas and rooms arranged in a balanced layout. Decorative wooden elements and details throughout the building give it a distinctive appearance.

The residence was built during Hell-Bourg's period as a thermal spa destination and served as a retreat for wealthy residents and governors. It gained official recognition as a historical monument in 1989 to protect its architectural and cultural value.

The name references a local craftsman and reflects how Creole families lived during the 1800s. The garden with its healing plants shows the practical knowledge residents used for medicine and cooking.

The residence is accessible during daytime hours on most days of the week for visitors. Guided tours are available to help you understand the interior layout and the building's background.

The outbuildings hold an exhibition of everyday objects from colonial times that reveal how people actually lived during that era. This collection preserves often-overlooked details of daily life on Reunion Island.