Retta visits the Great Lakes to find a batch of ugly houses that are vying for a $150,000 makeover by designer Alison Victoria. She gets an up-close look at a real-life Victorian dollhouse, a lake house with a funky odor and a former church.

After a coast-to-coast search, Retta announces which ugly-in-paradise home receives a $150,000 makeover! Designer Alison Victoria takes over with a full gut renovation to deliver a life-changing improvement that leaves the homeowners stunned.