What property could you buy with a $150 million Powerball lottery win?

The biggest lotto jackpot in Australian history could go off on Thursday night and, while the odds of winning it are infinitesimally small, the prize money from the Powerball draw in full would buy you some fairly substantial chunks of real estate.

And unlike in some other countries, lottery winnings in Australia are not taxed – so you’ve got the full $150 million to buy what would presumably be the absolutely enormous home of your dreams.

Obviously this is more of a wish list than serious investment options but, nonetheless, here are some possibilities.

Casteel Creek Retreat, Colorado
Price: $US78 million ($113,637,921)

This 177-hectare mountain property “affords a life without compromise”, according to its listing. It’s close to the Beaver Creek Ski Resort and the Vail Mountain Club and backs on to a huge expanse of wilderness. For those looking to jet on in, never fear, you can park it at the nearby Eagle Airport.

The main home has eight bedrooms, elevators, a home theatre, swimming pool, hot tub, and spa. There’s also a wild-west themed guest suite if your mates want to stay over – or, if it’s the entire extended family, three fully furnished guesthouses and a historic cabin, plus an “authentic replica of the Silver Dollar Saloon” and your very own ice cream parlour.

When you get sick of admiring the entry bridge that reportedly cost $US1 million, you can jump on a snowmobile (there are 12 included in the sale) or maybe go fishing — there’s a pond stocked with trout — take advantage of the soccer field, play a spot of tennis, or have a crack at the five-storey climbing wall.

Caslano, Ticino, Switzerland
Price: 29.9 million CHF ($43,868,280)

Want to try life on the lake in Switzerland? The impressive spread includes five buildings, landscaped gardens, and a private lagoon which extends to some private lakeside beachfront.

There are nine bedrooms in total, and the home was built in 2002.

Penthouse, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
$93.33 million Dirhams ($37 million)

This six-bedder with a private rooftop pool in One Palm, Palm Jumeirah has 1978 square metres of living space and plenty of natural light.

The One Palm development has a private beach, fully equipped spa, private cinema, indoor and outdoor pools, larger parking spots for super cars and business lounge and library.

1175 N Hillcrest Rd, Beverly Hills, California
$US79.9 million ($116 million)

Described as a “modern space station”, this seven-bedroom, 11-bathroom spectacular residence known as “Trousdale” was designed by architect Paul McClean.

With very expansive views of Los Angeles, the home also features two kitchens, a home theatre, wine cellar, and car museum (no, really). It’s also come down in price a bit, having been listed with a cool asking price of $US100 million in August 2017.

6 Buckingham Gate, SW1, London
Price: £60 million ($109.429 million)

Want to be neighbours with the Queen? This seven-floor, 19th-century home with six bedrooms and “staff accomodation” is just down the road from the palace digs.

Fully restored, the townhouse has a lift, private garage, full security and spa area including a swimming pool.

Chester Hall, Ontario, Canada
Price: $CAN59 million ($65 million)

This six-bedroom country mansion with its wine cellar, tennis courts and pools  sits on four hectares of land right on the waterfront. It’s also fairly close to the Toronto CBD and the airport.

Planned over five years, the home was completed in 2006. There’s also a private chapel on site, if you’re planning on hosting any family weddings.

Pumpkin Key, Florida, US
Price: $US95 million ($125.229 million)

If you’re happy to drop a significant chunk of change, this 10-hectare island is 10 minutes by helicopter from South Beach, Miami.

At the moment it’s got a main home with three bedrooms, two caretaker homes and a dock master apartment. There’s also a marina to park your mega-yacht, and tennis courts.

Cannes Californie, Provence-Alpes-Cote D’Azur, France
Price: €25 million ($40 million)

Why not move to Cannes? This seven-bedroom, 700-square-metre mansion has sea views galore and 2940 square metres of manicured gardens.

There are also two kitchens, a “wellness area”, and a private cinema room, a three-car garage and an elevator.

Pepin Island
Price: $15,115,889

A bit closer to home, this private New Zealand is a 20-minute drive from Nelson and has 517 hectares of land.

According to the listing, it’s home to a farming operation, around 1900 sheep and 100 cattle, and some small-scale tourist accommodation. There’s also an orchard with fruit and macadamia trees.

255 Monaco Street, Broadbeach Waters, Queensland
$13.75 million

And finally, if you’re looking to treat yourself without international travel, this Broadbeach Waters mansion is a nice opportunity to holiday everyday at home. (Plus you’d have a fair bit of change from your winnings to spend on things like parties, caviar and champagne.)

With five bedrooms, six bathrooms and six garages on a 3296-square-metre block, you can splash about in the 17-metre pool and park your boat at the 15-metre pontoon.