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Brigantine Beach Couples Escape

Come Away Together.

November 2026

Brigantine Beach, New Jersey

 

FOUR DAYS. THREE NIGHTS.

11/14-11/17/26

A Luxury Island Escape on the Jersey Shore

 

 

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:

🛏 6 Bedrooms

🛁 5.5 Bathrooms

📐 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 Atlantic—an 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.

 

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.

 

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. 

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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 BEACH

A 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 invitation—not an expectation.

Here's a glimpse of what our time in Brigantine Island Experience might look like.

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.

 

 

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

 

"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."

- PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE PARTICIPANT

"The setting created the perfect atmosphere for rest, reflection, and reconnection."

- PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE PARTICIPANT

 

“Stepping away from the busyness of life gave us the space to honestly face challenges and reaffirm our love and commitment."


- PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE PARTICIPANT

 

Who These Experiences Are For....

 

Couples who:

✓ want to invest in their relationship before there's a crisis

✓ appreciate meaningful conversations

✓ enjoy beautiful destinations

✓ value authentic community

✓ believe memories are worth creating intentionally

✓ are looking for more than just another vacation

MEET YOUR HOSTS

DAVID & KATRINA BURTON

 

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.

 

"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 office—over 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...

 

“David 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.”


- PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE ATTENDEE 

 

 

“David and Katrina created an environment that felt safe, encouraging, and deeply meaningful.”


- PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE PARTICIPANT

 

THE INVESTMENT

 

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.)

 

 

 

Choose the reservation option that works best for you.

 

 

Pay In Full

$1,500 per couple

* One simple payment reserves your place.

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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).

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Some experiences last a weekend. Others become a part of your story forever.

 

We hope you'll join us for the next one.

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