Welcome to
THE STABLES AT RUNNING CREEK RANCH
Our premier venue, The Stables at Running Creek Ranch, is nestled within a 1000 acre working cattle ranch and sporting resort that boasts a natural spring creek, two lakes, rolling pastures, upland Pine plantations and abundant bottomland hardwoods. The natural beauty of the ranch and buildings abounds with a spectacular setting for receptions, celebrations and parties. Activities available before, during or after your event include sport clay shooting, in season wing hunting, lake fishing, trail rides, hiking, and camp fires. We can customized individual packages to meet your concept of the perfect country event to be long remembered by your guests.
Located in the outskirts of Poplarville, midway between Hattiesburg and Gulfport / Biloxi, it is less than an hour away from either. And is only 45 minutes from St. Tammany parish and an hour 15 minutes from New Orleans.
GATHER TOGETHER
There are two main venues for you to consider; “The Stables” and “The Cabana”. They can be reserved individually or in combination to accommodate 50 to over 600 guests. A brief description of each follows.
THE STABLES
Our flagship, “The Stables”, once housed beloved working ranch horses and is still energized with that spirit. It has been transformed into an impressive wonderland to uniquely celebrate your special event for 150 to 300 guests, but can easily accommodate even more.
The grand entrance opens through massive barn doors to the stalls, which leads you into the fabulous barn and then spills over to spectacular outdoor arenas, including “Celebration Oaks”. The equestrian appointed venue features custom iron chandeliers and hand-crafted copper lighting, antique wagons and seating both indoors and outdoors. It is sure to delight all of your guests with the polished décor of this comfortable country place.
The facility is complete with:
- ________square feet of indoor cooled and heated space
- 4 horse stalls and 2 tack rooms available for your use
- Balcony access for seating and/or viewing
- Private Bridal Parlor
- Honor Guest Room
- Indoor Stage
- Dance Floor
- State of art audio-visual systems
- Show and affect LED lighting
- Gathering space on wrap around porches
- Beverage service on covered porch
- An outdoor event Pavilion
- Full food and beverage catering service
- Restroom facilities
- Access to outdoor areas
THE CABANA
Adjacent to “The Lodge”, this free flowing venue is perfect to accommodate 50 to 250 guests, while offering many of the amenities that “The Stables” offers. The hardscape area is complimented with beautiful southern landscaping, an array of planters, a huge stone fire pit surrounded by pavers and a stately holly tree. The covered outdoor Cabana stage is located on the lush grounds with easy access to “The Casita”, where you will find a hot or cold beverage / service bar complete with in-house catering. “The Cabana” will easily accommodate tents on the lawn should you wish covered seating and activity.
The facility is complete with:
- ________square feet of indoor cooled and heated space
- 4 horse stalls and 2 tack rooms available for your use
- Balcony access for seating and/or viewing
- Private Bridal Parlor
- Honor Guest Room
- Indoor Stage
- Dance Floor
- State of art audio-visual systems
- Show and affect LED lighting
- Gathering space on wrap around porches
Weddings
BEGIN YOUR FOREVER WITH US
Let us continue the enchantment of your engagement with your wedding celebration taking place at The Stables at Running Creek Ranch. Whether it be at the majestic “The Stables” venue or the sister “The Cabana” venue or both, we can give you the rustic, southern country elegant backdrop for the most amazing event – one that will sweep you away all over again.
Your big day will be here before you know it and will require so much planning and organizing to make the day run as smooth as possible. We are here to assist you with your main event and can also offer our facilities for before and after parties including:
- Wedding Receptions
- Ceremonies
- Engagement Parties
- Activities for wedding party, family and guests
- Bachelor Parties
- Rehearsal Dinners
- After Parties
- Lodging at 3 locations; The Lodge, The Goodyear-Penton Estate and The River Lodge
The bride will be pampered in a private parlor located in “The Stables”. With room for the bridal party and immediate family, you will be served a light lunch with complimentary chilled champagne to get ready for the gala event.
The groom and attendants will ready themselves up the hill in the comfortable study in “The Lodge”. They, too, will be served refreshing lunch and cold beverages while they prepare for the celebration and festivities to come.
You may also elect to exchange vows either at one of the venues or on the ranch properties. We offer the “Celebration Oaks”, as well as other picturesque settings along the lake, for your ceremony.
The photo opportunities are limitless, from engagement photos to all the parties that may be held on the property to the wedding and the reception. Your memory album can be filled with pages and videos to be cherished forever.
Your event consultant will provide you with further details of the facility, including times, approved vendors and any restrictions to use of the property. She is committed to help you achieve an exceptional wedding experience.
Private/Corporate Parties
READY, SET, GO
Let the fun begin at The Stables at Running Creek Ranch Resort. Your next private party or corporate event will be one to remember when you gather at the resort. Let your private celebration be the talk of the town, your customer event be the talk of the trade, your staff function be the talk of the year, or your meeting be the talk of the greatest success.
Our combination of indoor and outdoor space provides endless options. Utilizing one or more of our venues and selecting the best activities, our professional team is here to help you plan the perfect event incorporating all the unique details to make your event unforgettable.
Private and Corporate events:
- Corporate Meetings
- Corporate Receptions
- Corporate Dinners
- Team Building Events
- University Events
- Association Events
- Appetizer Receptions
- Dessert Receptions
- Holiday Parties
- Birthday Parties
- Anniversary Parties
- Retirement Parties
- Mardi Gras Parties
- Reunions
- Banquets
- Proms
- Baby Showers
- Any Event!
Lodging
SLEEP AND STAY OPTIONS
If you are considering overnight lodging for one or more days, there are three exceptional options that are on or in close proximity to The Stables at Running Creek Ranch.
Set back on a hill overlooking the ranch, The Ranch House Lodge is a majestic, western mountain – styled lodge that is not only sits at the entrance, but also opens to The Cabana. The Lodge is built of Cypress with antique pine floors throughout and It features a huge great room with a double sized stone fireplace, bar, and big screen TV. Comfortable and well-appointed bedrooms with lots of common area make this lodge a favorite of many guests. It can be booked exclusively for your party and accommodate up to 10 guests with four private bedrooms and two baths located in the east-wing of the lodge.
The Running Creek Ranch’s, Old River Lodge, tucked away on “Louisiana Island” along the Pearl River at the Louisiana, Mississippi state line is a grand Cypress Log Cabin that offers a tranquil setting that is the perfect escape to nature. An entertainment pavilion built beneath the house, along with a deck built on the banks of the river overlooking a quarter mile beach, offers the opportunity to create a special affair for you and your guests. This lodge is appointed with a master bedroom containing two queen beds and a loft with six twin beds. Located only 10 minutes from the ranch, it is also the perfect location as an extension of the ranch to hold festivities before or after your event. No matter your pleasure this is a perfect location for a family or a group attending your event.
This magnificent six acre estate includes the Main House built in 1933 by Charles W. Goodyear III on the site of the first harvested log by the Great Southern Lumber Company. It was expanded in 1998 to include an impressive Great Room built with salvaged wood from the Old Godchaux Sugar Mill. The Main House featuring original Heart of Pine flooring and Custom Antique Architectural detail is appointed throughout with period furnishings true to an enchanting Old South Plantation. The expansive grounds abound with beautiful century old Longleaf Pine and Live Oak Trees with landscaping portraying the pageantry of Southern Gardens at their best. Located only 15 minutes from the ranch, this historical property transports you to an elegant estate to compliment your event at The Stables at Running Creek Ranch. The Goodyear – Penton Longleaf Estate, with full catering, is perfect for hosting dinners and small receptions and has three bedrooms to accommodate guests.
