At Riversong Inn Retreat, we’ve designed a transformative 3-day experience rooted in the research of John Gottman and his bestselling book The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work — combined with the Fair Play Method and guided connection tools.
This isn’t therapy.
It’s a structured, intentional reset for couples who want to reconnect, realign, and recommit.
Over three immersive days, you and your partner will:
Rebuild your friendship foundation with updated “Love Maps”
Learn how to turn toward each other in small, daily moments
Practice conflict tools that actually work in real life
Clarify household & emotional labor using the Fair Play framework
Identify the dreams beneath recurring conflict
Create shared values, rituals, and a practical weekly check-in system
You’ll work through guided exercises using:
Gottman’s 7 Principles framework
Fair Play card deck
A custom Riversong Marriage Journal
Curated conversation cards
Structured reflection time by the river
This retreat is ideal for couples who:
Feel busy, disconnected, or out of sync
Want to prevent small issues from becoming major ones
Are good partners but know they could be great
Value growth, intention, and emotional maturity
Whether you’re five years in or twenty-five, this experience helps you recalibrate with clarity and compassion.
Nestled along a private river in Estes Park, Riversong provides the quiet, beauty, and intimacy your relationship deserves. Between sessions, you’ll enjoy:
Private suites
River walks & mountain views
Afternoon tea or fireside wine
Quiet journaling space
Restorative time without distraction
Space is intentionally limited to preserve intimacy and depth.
Couples don’t leave with just inspiration — they leave with:
A conflict blueprint
A fair division of labor plan
Weekly connection rituals
A shared values statement
Written commitments for the future
And most importantly — renewed warmth, understanding, and partnership.
They happen by design.
Join us for the Riversong Relationship Renewal Retreat and invest three days in the most important partnership of your life
Situated only 75 miles from central Denver, the RiverSong Inn in Estes Park is a prime destination for guests from throughout Colorado and around the world. Our bed and breakfast is accessible year-round via Lower Broadview Rd, which offers riverside views along its winding curves all the way to the privacy of our wooded property.
For more information about our property, visit our About page.
From the awe-inspiring majesty of the Rockies to the tranquil serenity of an afternoon spent beside a gently flowing river, the RiverSong Inn has everything you need for a mountain escape that will refresh and inspire your relationship and your life. No matter the season, our B&B in Estes Park is your ideal destination for exploring the charm of the town and the rugged scenery of Rocky Mountain National Park. Contact our office to have all your questions about our property answered and book your stay with us today.
