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Next up: Burgundy, France, April 2026. See you there?
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The Soft Reset
April 14 - 20, 2026
Burgundy, France
An artfully held space where rest meets clarity, giving insight room to root.
What you’ll do
Morning workshops, afternoon relaxation, evening fun
The daily schedule is light, open, flexible, and intentional. No strict agenda, and no forced fun.
You can expect...
A few structured sessions to explore your beliefs, values, definitions of success, and to unpack your relationship to work
Activities and workshops to flex your creative practices, designed for further insight, inspiration, and fun
Ample downtime to rest, relax, and feel restored
Daily unstructured social salons and lively mealtime conversations
What it’s about
Reconnect with your vision & purpose without the noise of daily life
Rediscover your values and vision, and learn how to apply them to your current situation— be it at your current job, your next adventure, or your day-to-day life and creative practice.
Who it’s for
Mid-career professionals across sectors & industries
Anyone who’s curious and intentional about showing up as their best self at work and in life will find something to take away.
Previous attendees have been:
Heads of marketing
Freelancers
Coaches
PR professionals
Civil servants
Folks going back to school for a career change
Basically, if you’re connecting with what we’re describing, there’s a place for you!
How it goes
“I can’t stress enough the impact this reset has had on me. It has given me space to be what I needed to be, take time to find clarity and embody it.”
-C.A., Retreat Participant
More from the participants of our last Soft Reset below.
“This was a transformative week I’ll be thinking about for months—if not years.”
— L.S., Retreat Participant
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“Even in moments that were deep, even uncomfortable, we all felt so held.”
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“Just wow. What a transformative and life-affirming week—one that I didn’t even know I needed.”
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“The diversity of exercises and people kept things feeling fresh.”
Reset & reconnect in the French countryside at Château de Burnand
April 14-20, 2026 | Burgundy, France
Enjoy 6 nights in a private suite with meals included at a luxurious château with all modern amenities, including a sauna, steam room, and year-round heated pool. See all that Château de Burnand has to offer.
Lounge on the grounds, hike through a private forest, or take a stroll into town.
Perfect for a true pause that doesn’t compromise on comfort or beauty.
Daily reflection & direction—without the overwhelm
All activities optional! (We mean it about “no pressure.”)
More details will be added later, so please check back in the coming months.
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Arrivals
Welcome reception
Dinner
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Breakfast
Morning activity
Lunch
Unstructured time
Afternoon activity
Apéro* salon
Dinner
Unstructured time
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Breakfast
Morning activity
Lunch
Unstructured time
Afternoon activity
Apéro* salon
Dinner
Unstructured time
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Breakfast
Morning activity
Offsite lunch & activity
Apéro* salon
Dinner
Unstructured time
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Breakfast
Morning activity
Lunch
Unstructured time
Afternoon activity
Apéro* salon
Dinner
Unstructured time
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Breakfast
Morning activity
Lunch
Unstructured time
Afternoon activity
Apéro* salon
Dinner
Unstructured time
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Breakfast
Departures
* “Apéro” is the French happy hour for drinks, snacks, and lively chat!
Not gurus, but curious curators. Of space, time, and presence.
We are firm believers that the only real answers are the ones you come to yourself. The Soft Reset doesn’t offer one-size-fits-all advice—or much “advice” at all. It’s about crafting an intentional experience that prioritizes psychological safety, exploration, and connection while offering tools for individual and group self-inquiry.
We’re not gurus or oracles—just folks who have been down this path and are passionate about walking it with a community.
Meet your hosts
Shannon Deep,
Co-Founder @ Bonfire
Shannon came up in theater and the arts, later transitioning into branding and marketing for influential agencies and startups small and large. Now, she brings a producer’s eye and a storyteller’s vision to crafting memorable retreat experiences, designed with intention and connection at the forefront.
Kevan Lee,
Co-Founder @ Bonfire
Kevan is a journalist-turned-marketer who built teams for a handful of successful technology startups. His background in brand-building and people managing helps inform the way he shows up for Bonfire retreats: creating safe spaces where people can feel free to be their true selves.
Accommodations & rates
Not all rooms can be pictured here! If you’d like to see more rooms in the château, browse photos here.
Accommodations
€2,250 Euros per person
Participants will enjoy a fully-appointed private room with an en-suite bathroom, furnished with fresh linens, a comfortable bed, and space to relax and reflect.
The rooms are single or double occupancy, according to your choice, and can be set up as one queen or two twin beds. Each room has its own unique charm, with thoughtful details to support rest and creativity.
It’s your personal haven for the week—quiet, cozy, and all yours.
Rates
The rate includes a 6-night stay at Château de Burnand, all meals, and transportation from neaby trains to the château. See the complete list of amenities and inclusions below.
Discounts are available when rooming together.
Save €500 euros when booking double occupancy, either for couples or friends. The rate for two guests is €3,995 euros, a €500 savings on the combined cost of two participants.
Groups & teams
If you’re interested in a block of rooms for a small group or team, get in touch with us for a customized quote.
✅ What’s included:
Accommodations for 6 nights (single or double occupancy according to your choice)
All meals on the premises
Access to the grounds, heated pool, small gym, steam room, and sauna
Transportation to and from the nearest train stations to the château (info below)
6 days of onsite programming and select activities in the surrounding area
Materials for sessions and workshops
Transportation to and from any programmed activities off site
Included in your stay
❌ What’s not included:
Transportation to and from the retreat location (e.g. flights to and from France, trains from Paris to the nearest station to the château, etc.)
Meals/shopping in the nearby villages
Any additional activities not listed in our official programming
See more of Château de Burnand
Getting there
Château de Burnand is located in Le Bourg, Burnand 71460.
If you’re not already in France, you’ll need to get there first! The two most convenient cities from which to start your journey are Paris and Lyon, though you could also start from Geneva, Switzerland.
Once your booking is confirmed, we will help coordinate your transport to one of the local train stations if you don’t plan to drive yourself. Transport to and from these set stations is included in the cost of the retreat, but other travel costs and transport to and from non-designated stations is not.
From Paris
From Gare de Lyon: Take a high-speed TGV INOUI train to Le Creusot - Montceau-Les-Mines - Montchanin TGV, also called Le Creusot - Écuisses (1h20). We will arrange group transport from there (35 mins).
From Lyon
From Gare de Lyon Part Dieu: TGV INOUI train to Le Creusot - Montceau-Les-Mines - Montchanin TGV also called Le Creusot - Écuisses (30-45 mins). We will arrange group transport from there (35 mins).
From Geneva
From Gare de Genève Cornavin: Take a regional TER train to Lyon (2 hours), then follow the “From Lyon” instructions above!
We’ll see you in April!
Ready to recharge your creativity and contemplate your career in a truly unforgettable setting? Join a small group of curious, open-minded folks for a week of inspiration, rest, and meaningful connection.
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