Longleaf Plantation
Contact Info
Reece Holford
Phone: 601-794-6001
Fax: 601-794-5052
Additional Info
Public or Private Destination: Public
Type of Shoots: Field, Other
Game/Birds Offered: Dove, Quail, Pheasant
Gun Dogs: Guides & Dogs, Allow Hunters to Bring Their Dogs
Other Hunting/Sporting Opportunities: Clays, Fishing
Lodging: Clubhouse, Lodging, Meals, Instruction
True to the tradition of the old south, and a time when gentlemen would gather at the estate of an acquaintance and indulge in sport, cuisine, relaxation and camaraderie. The climax of the festivities was the classic Bobwhite Quail Hunt. Longleaf Plantation pays homage to these days of old and then some. Making it the perfect retreat for business, pleasure or both. So come see us in South Mississippi for a delightful adventure and relaxation.
THERE COULDN'T BE A MORE Perfect Setting
Located in the lower region of Mississippi, is the 4,000-acre retreat that takes its name from the hundreds of Longleaf Pines that line the area. Longleaf Plantation owes its lineage to the classic hunting lodges of years past with construction almost entirely of cypress and capped with roofs of tin. A large porch beckons you to come sit in oversized rocking chairs and recount the day's activities while overlooking a scenic rippling creek.
But it is the environment itself that offers you the most spectacular experience. Humble solitude greets you as you stroll through majestic corridors of trees. Feel the cooling breeze as it drifts over you at dawn.
Test the soft ground cover under your feet. Surely, this place is nothing short of hallowed ground for those who wish to stop the world for a brief time.
A Hunter's HUNTING LODGE
Longleaf Plantation isn't the typical gentile Old South Plantation as embodied by the motion picture "Gone With The Wind". In fact, it has a much more rustic feel - the feel of a hunting lodge from years ago.
You'll experience solid construction almost entirely of cypress, capped with roofs of tin. Venture inside and you'll see exposed rough-hewn beams criss-crossing the expanse high above you, and large crackling fireplaces at floor level.
And, in Longleaf Plantation's three lodges, you'll find spacious bedrooms, each with two beds and adjoining baths. And in our main lodge is the executive suite - you'll be sure you've never slept better. In addition, you'll find large open areas for relaxing with friends and acquaintances and perfect for business meetings.
Cuisine. A SOUTHERN TRADITION - A SOUTHERN ART FORM
Dining at Longleaf Plantation is your opportunity to partake of house specialties, and it's our goal here to relive the golden days of the old south. A time when ideas were exchanged over only the finest food, and laughter filled the air as much as legendary dishes filled the senses.
Longleaf Plantation's reputation for cuisine is known throughout the country, and after one meal, you'll surely see why. At any setting, you may be treated to a platter featuring quail and wild rice with homemade fig preserves.
Or you may find yourself enjoying spicy barbecue ribs, Mississippi's own famous catfish with piping hot hushpuppies and a rich slice of our world-renowned pecan pie, you may be tempted to plan your next meal before your current one has even concluded.
UNLIKE Any CONFERENCE ROOM ON EARTH
Longleaf Plantation offers you the unique opportunity to not only escape the stress and demands of offices, cell phones and pagers, it also gives you ample time to renew ties with old business associates or bond with new ones. It is nothing short of the perfect setting for a business meeting. And why not? There is no such thing as business-as-usual these days. We are currently constructing new conference facilities which will be available in 2009.
Why should your business conferences be tied to the old-school thinking of gray flannel suits, buttoned-down shirts and fluorescent lights of conference rooms?
Or it can be a pleasant and unforgettable experience for someone in your business circle who is to be rewarded for a job well done.
The Hunt
Start your day tempering your eye and steadying your hand with several rounds of trap or skeet shooting. When you're ready for the day's main event, your personal guide will drive you to your designated course. You can roam hundreds of acres of dedicated feed patch ensuring the abundance of quail. After a full mornings shoot, your party will return to the lodge for a hearty lunch., then return to the fields for the afternoon.
Rates
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Daily Rate Schedule
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Full-day hunt with privilege to bag 12 quail, including guide, dogs, and specially equipped hunting vehicle.
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per person
per day
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$500
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Lodging and 3 meals.
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per person
per day
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$250
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Base rate for full day.
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per person
per day
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$750
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Half-day hunt with privilege to bag 6 quail, including guide, dogs, and specially equipped hunting vehicle.
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per person
per day
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$400
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Special Preserve License
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$15
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Overnight lodging; no meals.
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$165
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Breakfast and lunch
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$ 25
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Extra Meals.
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$ 35
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Extra quail harvested.
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per bird
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$8
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Release charge per pheasant.
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per bird
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$12
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Cleaning & packaging of quail.
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per bird
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$1.50
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Cleaning & packaging pheasant.
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per bird
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$5
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Insulated game shipping bags.
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each
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$20
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All gauges shotgun shells.
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per box
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$10
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Shotguns may be rented.
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per day
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$50
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Trap & skeet (excluding shells).
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per round
of 25
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$8
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Guests flying in may be met by Longleaf van service (roundtrip).
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Hattiesburg
Gulfport
Jackson
New Orleans
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$200
$250
$250
$250
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Child's full-day hunt including
lodging and 3 meals (under 16).
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per person
per day
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$500
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All rates above subject to MS sales tax of 7%
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Meeting Rates
We invite you to make use of our exclusive and unique environment for your special meetings and events. Our staff will work with your meeting planner in customizing your meeting to your specific requests.
During the period of April 15 through October 15 the following package plan is in effect:
A 10-person minimum is required.
Included: Overnight lodging, three meals and use of all facilities, including our setup for your meeting.
per person $250
A deposit of $125 per person per day reserved is required.
MS state sales tax 7%
Gratuities 12%
Transportation
Longleaf is conveniently located 85 miles north of New Orleans, LA and 12 miles south of Hattiesburg, MS near Lumberton, MS. We are adjacent to Interstate 59. For guests arriving by plane, we have our own limousine service.
General Information
The Seasons: Longleaf is open year round. We are closed Christmas Day and Easter. Our facilities are available for business retreat meetings, conferences, seminars and other special events from April 15 to October 15. Our quail season runs October 1 through March 31.
Hunting: Our quail hunting is from specially-equipped jeeps with two shooters per jeep and their guide on our 4000 acre plantation. Morning hunts begin at 9 a.m. and afternoon hunts begin at 2 p.m. Hunting guests hunt a different area each morning each morning and afternoon. Longleaf can accommodate up to 30 shooters per day.
Accommodations: Each lodge has a large great room with fireplace. Each bedroom has twin beds, with the exception of the suite area, a private bath and phone.
Lodges:
White Oak - Eight bedrooms. Ideal for parties of eight to sixteen.
Loblolly - Four bedrooms. Ideal for parties of four to eight.
Longleaf Lodge - Our central lodge, with a main lounge and dining room for all guests, has two wings of bedrooms. Ideal for parties up to ten.
Executive Suite - The suite area consists of three bedrooms and private lounge - ideal for couples.
All lodges may be combined to accommodate your party size.
Dining: Longleaf is known for exceptional southern cuisine. We do not serve from a menu. Breakfast is served family-style to each group. Lunch is buffet and dinner is served in a more formal setting. Our staff will be pleased to prepare food and beverage service according to your wishes. Meals are served to all guests in our main dining room in the Longleaf lodge.
Check-in and Check-Out: Afternoon arrivals for hunting the next day can arrive anytime but bedroom or lodges cannot be guaranteed to be ready until 6 p.m. Our staff will assist you in packing or unpacking, and if you are arriving early or departing late we will store your luggage for you. We are flexible on our Check-In, Check-Out policy and will accommodate your requests to the fullest extent possible. At busy turnover times, however WE REQUEST YOUR COOPERATION IN THIS MATTER.
Service Charges & Gratuities: Gratuities are neither expected or necessary. AT YOUR ELECTION, Longleaf will either 1 - add a standard service charge of 12% to your invoice or 2 - add an amount specified by you to your invoice and distribute to your guide and other service personnel according to your wishes.
Reservation Policy:
Reservations cannot be guaranteed without a deposit.
Deposits: DUE TO OUR SHORT SEASON AND LIMITED SPACE, LONGLEAF MUST ADHERE TO A DEPOSIT POLICY. Longleaf requires a deposit of $225 per person per day or part of a day reserved. You will be sent a deposit invoice when you make your reservation; the deposit is due upon receipt of our deposit invoice. IF WE HAVE NOT RECEIVED YOUR DEPOSIT INVOICE WITHIN 10 DAYS AFTER WE HAVE MAILED YOU AN INVOICE FOR THE DEPOSIT, LONGLEAF CANNOT PROTECT YOUR DATES. We will issue a confirmation letter upon our receipt of payment of your deposit.
Final Payment: Upon completion of your visit we will mail you an invoice for the balance due. THIS INVOICE IS DUE UPON RECEIPT. If you wish to pay the balance due on your departure, please advise the office in advance so your final billing will be prepared for you.
Cancellations: Deposits will be refunded less a 10% processing fee if cancellation notice is received in writing 45 days before arrival date, thereafter, deposits are not refundable and cannot be credited to other reservations.
"No Shows": Deposit amounts for "No Shows" will be forfeited and will not be credited to the total amount for your group. Forfeited deposits for "No Shows" are identified on your final billing as Cancellation Fees.
Minimum Requirement: Longleaf reserves the right to reschedule reservations up to but not within 30 days in advance of your scheduled arrival date if the total number of shooters of all parties reserved at Longleaf during the period of your reservations is less than eight; in this event, if you elect to cancel rather than reschedule, then your deposit will be refunded in full.
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