The Herald has received responses from Australia, Mexico, Russia, Austria, Germany and New Zealand.
"My husband and I had retired and are flexible, so we could do this in your wonderful country," said one woman.
Another, in a two-page letter, wrote: "I am not destitute and there may be many others out there that are more worthy of this chance, but I found your ad interesting considering the way my mind has been wandering lately in an effort to change my circumstances."
The farm sits on a 223-hectare property, and features horse stables, a winery and views of the Tasman Sea.
"Awakino Estate", as Reipen has named it, was last valued at $5.6 million.
The invite extends to all adults, men and women, up to 70 years of age. People are welcome to bring their own horses.
"You can enjoy walking, fishing, shopping, kayaking, bird watching, swimming or looking at the nice animals," he says. "If you are interested to live a life with a Group of Interesting people it can be a new life for You."
The property is located about 90 minutes north of New Plymouth and 90 minutes south of Hamilton.
