What’s On Carey Island

Where heritage meets hospitality, and history lives on.

Carey Island is home to 14 historical buildings officially listed as national heritage sites by Jabatan Warisan Negara, each offering a unique glimpse into the island’s colonial past and plantation legacy.

Hatter’s Castle

The first colonial-style building on Carey Island, built in 1923.
Approximately 495 sqm in size.
Now a charming guesthouse for events and visitors.
Gazetted as a National Heritage site in 2012.

Carey Island Golf Club

Formerly known as the Carey Island Sports Club.
Established on 1 July 1930, with a built-up area of 985 sqm.
Features an 18-hole heritage course designed by J.R. Gilbert, with layout ideas by YBhg. Tun Dato’ Seri Dr. Ahmad Sarji.
Gazetted in 2012.

Guest Bungalow

Originally the Mill Manager’s Bungalow, occupied since 10 January 1929.
Approximately 592 sqm.
Now a guesthouse for staycations, weddings, meetings, and filming.
Gazetted in 2012.

Mah Meri Cultural Village

One of Malaysia’s 18 recognised Orang Asli tribes, known as the “Masked Men of Malaysia”. There are five Mah Meri villages on the island.
Renowned for intricate wood carvings and ceremonial mask making.
Recognised by UNESCO’s Seal of Excellence for craftsmanship.

Carey Island Group Hospital

Central medical facility for the island’s plantation divisions
In use since 1 January 1928, with a built-up area of 6,145 sqm.
Still operational today for outpatient services.

Technical Training Centre Hostel

Built on 1 January 1930, covering  542 sqm.
Initially a provision shop, later a Technical Training Centre.
Now serves as the West Estate Administrative Office.

Former Tea Factory

Operational since 1 January 1952 for a 1,000-acre tea trial plot.
Later became a clubhouse for Asian staff.
Now it is a workshop for the West Oil Mill.

West Estate Office

Built on 1 January 1925, covering 413 sqm.
Originally the headquarters for Jugra Land and Carey Ltd.
Became the West Estate office after 1960 under Harrison and Crosfield’s Pataling Rubber Co.
Currently operating as the Plantation Museum, open to the public.

Police Station & Post Office

In use since 1 January 1927, with a 367 sqm footprint.
Currently houses the post office and Environmental Research Centre.

Biodiversity Park

Launched on 17 February 2009.
Transformed from a former oil palm area into a living repository of Malaysia’s rich biodiversity, and a model for ecological restoration.
A total of 211 plant species recorded.

West Estate Senior Assistant Manager’s Bungalow

Occupied since 1 January 1926, with a 694 sqm area.
Initially for the Assistant Office Manager; later became the official residence of the West Estate Senior Assistant.

West Estate Manager’s Bungalow

Built on 1 December 1926, the largest bungalow at 1,200 sqm.
Originally for the Resident General Manager of Jugra Land and Carey Ltd.
Now known as the VIP Bungalow, open for guest stays and events.

Other Heritage Residences

North Estate Manager’s Bungalow (1930)
East Estate Manager’s Bungalow (1930)
South Estate Manager’s Bungalow (1927)
Assistant Engineer’s Bungalow (1927)