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Brigantine Beach Couples Escape
Come Away Together.
November 2026
Brigantine Beach, New Jersey
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FOUR DAYS. THREE NIGHTS.
11/14-11/17/26
AÂ Luxury Island Escape on the Jersey Shore
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Sometimes getting away doesn't require going very far.
Just a change of scenery.
An island. A beautiful home overlooking the ocean. Slow mornings with nowhere you need to be. Long conversations. Good food. Laughter. And a few days to simply enjoy each other.
This isn't simply a weekend at the beach.
It's an invitation to step away from the pace of everyday life, reconnect with your favorite person, and settle into a few unhurried fall days by the ocean alongside a small group of thoughtful couples.
Property Highlights:
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đ 5,000 Sq. Ft.
Just steps from the Atlantic Ocean on the island of Brigantine, this spacious three-story beachfront estate pairs elevated coastal living with the warmth and comfort of a private home. Panoramic ocean views fill the upper-level gathering spaces, while three outdoor decks, a private hot tub, fireplaces, and generous spaces for dining and conversation invite everyone to settle in and stay awhile.
At the heart of the home is a beautiful third-floor great room with vaulted ceilings, an open chef's kitchen, custom bar, fireplace, and sweeping views of the Atlanticâan inviting backdrop for morning coffee, shared meals, sunset cocktails, and evenings spent together.
What to Expect:
Our experiences are intentionally designed to create space for what matters most.
During our time together, you'll have opportunities to:
⢠Wake up to panoramic ocean views
⢠Enjoy the quiet beauty of an island after the summer crowds have faded
⢠Slow down, reconnect, and create lasting memories
⢠Gather over good food, cocktails, and conversation
⢠Connect with other couples in a warm, easygoing setting
⢠Explore Brigantine or venture into nearby Atlantic City
There will be plenty of free time to enjoy the beach, the home, the hot tub, or simply curl up by the fire and enjoy having nowhere else to be.
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Included Experiences
Depending on weather and group preferences, our itinerary may include:
Welcome reception
Morning coffee overlooking the ocean
Sunset cocktails
Shared dinners
Beach walks
Guided relationship conversations
Hot Tub Time
Fireside gatherings
Optional outing to Atlantic City
Farewell celebration
A detailed itinerary will be shared with registered guests prior to event date.
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Who This Experience Is For
This experience is designed for couples who...
Appreciate beautiful places
Value meaningful conversations
Enjoy traveling well
Love gathering around great food
Believe strong relationships deserve intentional time
Whether you've been together for five months or thirty years, you'll find a welcoming environment where you can simply relax and enjoy the experience.Â
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Private Hosted Experiences. Space is limited for all experiences to preserve the intimate nature of the gathering and respect the privacy of the residence.
WE WANT BRIGANTINE BEACHA Glimpse at Our Time Together
Our Experiences are intentionally spacious. While we'll create opportunities to gather, connect, and enjoy the destination together, everything is an invitationânot an expectation.
Here's a glimpse of what our time in Brigantine Island Experience might look like.
Saturday | Arrive + Settle In
Sunday | Slow Down + Reconnect
Monday | Explore + Enjoy
Tuesday | One More Morning
Meals & Dining
Select meals and refreshments will be included as part of the Experience, with details provided in the final itinerary. We've also intentionally left room for couples to explore Cape Charles' local restaurants, enjoy a meal on their own, or make plans with new friends.
This is a sample itinerary. The final schedule, included meals, and specific activities may shift based on weather, group preferences, and other considerations. All gatherings, conversations, and scheduled activities are optional.
More Than a Retreat.
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The best moments in life rarely happen in a hurry.
Sometimes they happen over breakfast overlooking the ocean.
Sometimes around a fire pit after everyone else has gone to bed.
Sometimes during a meaningful conversation with another couple who simply understands this season of life.
At The Relationship Studio, we curate experiences that create space for those moments.
Some gatherings include relationship education rooted in the Gottman Method. Others are simply opportunities to travel well, connect deeply, and enjoy life with people who value strong relationships and intentional living.
Every experience is thoughtfully designed around one simple belief:
Strong relationships grow when we intentionally create space for them.
What Couples Said About Our Previous Experiences
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"Every detail was carefully planned and wonderfully executed. From the beautiful home we stayed in to each shared meal, we left feeling grateful for the experience and stronger as a couple."
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"The setting created the perfect atmosphere for rest, reflection, and reconnection."
- PREVIOUSÂ EXPERIENCE PARTICIPANT
âStepping away from the busyness of life gave us the space to honestly face challenges and reaffirm our love and commitment."
- PREVIOUSÂ EXPERIENCE PARTICIPANT
Who These Experiences Are For....
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Couples who:
â want to invest in their relationship before there's a crisis
â appreciate meaningful conversations
â enjoy beautiful destinations
â value authentic community
â believe memories are worth creating intentionally
â are looking for more than just another vacation
MEET YOURÂ HOSTS
DAVID & KATRINAÂ BURTON
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Katrina Burton is a licensed therapist and certified coach with extensive experience guiding individuals and couples toward healthier patterns of connection.
David Burton is an experienced educational leader with a deep commitment to growth, learning, and thoughtful facilitation.
Katrina and David are both credentialed through The Gottman Institute as Gottman Leaders, formally trained to facilitate The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work workshops.
Together, they have been married for over 28 years and bring both professional training and lived marital experience to their work with couples.
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"We've spent years helping individuals and couples build stronger, healthier relationships. Along the way, we discovered something unexpected.
Some of the most meaningful growth happens outside an officeâover shared meals, during long walks, while watching sunsets, and in conversations that continue long after the formal session ends.
That's why we created Relationship Studio Experiences."
Helping couples live and love well is our mission...
âDavid and Katrina were exceptional as both visionaries and hosts. Their warmth, insight, and genuine care created an environment that felt safe, encouraging, and deeply meaningful. It was also a joy to fellowship with other couples on similar journeys.â
- PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE ATTENDEEÂ
âDavid and Katrina created an environment that felt safe, encouraging, and deeply meaningful.â
- PREVIOUSÂ EXPERIENCE PARTICIPANT
THE INVESTMENT
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Your investment includes accommodations, all scheduled Relationship Studio Experiences, and the thoughtfully curated hospitality that makes these gatherings so memorable. (Airfare and select meals or excursions, if applicable, are not included.)
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Choose the reservation option that works best for you.
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Hold Your Spot
$825 per couple
$825 due at booking. Additional $825 is due four weeks after booking (or 30 days prior to the experience, whichever comes first).
RESERVE YOUR SPOTFREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What makes a Relationship Studio Experience different from a typical vacation?
Is this therapy? Are the relationship conversations like couples therapy?
Is this a retreat?
What's included in the investment?
What is the venue address?
Why do you host these experiences?
What if we can no longer attend? Are refunds available?
Some experiences last a weekend. Others become a part of your story forever.
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We hope you'll join us for the next one.
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