2003 Heritage East 42 Sundeck

Posted by Michael Martin, Great Loop Yacht Sales

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Next Chapter is a well-maintained 2003 Heritage East 42 Sundeck that blends comfort, capability, and practicality. Her 2-stateroom, 2-head layout makes her an excellent choice for extended cruising or living aboard, offering a spacious interior with a thoughtfully arranged main cabin that includes the salon, galley, and dinette. The forward guest stateroom provides comfortable accommodations, while the full-beam aft master stateroom features an island queen berth for optimal owner comfort.

Powered by reliable twin Cummins 220 HP engines, Next Chapter is also equipped with a Northern Lights 8 kW generator, a Weaver tender davit system, and an Achilles HB315LX inflatable RIB with a 15 HP Yamaha 2-stroke outboard. Raymarine electronics provide capable navigation.

The flybridge is both functional and inviting, protected by a bimini top and full isinglass enclosure—an ideal space for cruising or entertaining. The spacious sundeck offers another comfortable area for relaxing, dining, or socializing.

Well-equipped, reliable, and proven underway, Next Chapter is fully prepared for her next adventure.
Recent upgrades and maintenance includes:

2025
-New voltage regulator for Generator
-New heat exchanger port side
-New transmission cooler Port side
-Port injectors rebuilt

2024
-New timing belt tensioners
-New Crank case ventilation system added
-New 900 Amp Hour Deka battery bank for house, start and generator
-New battery watering system added
-New complete aft toilet and motor
-New Achilles 10’ dinghy
-New 400 watts of solar with Victron controller added. 800 watts total
-All injectors removed, remanufactured and replaced
-New starboard transmission cooler
-New front and side zip vinyl windows on fly bridge.

2023
-New 400 watt solar array and Victron controller added
-New 15hp 2 stroke Yamaha- dinghy outboard
-New props
-New Cutlass Bearings
-All black water lines replaced
-New 16,000 btu Air conditioner
-New Salon Air conditioner compressor and air handler
-New Bimini top

Basic Boat Info
Boat Name: Next Chapter
Make: Heritage East
Model: 42 Sundeck
Year: 2003
Condition: Used
Category: Power
Construction: Fiberglass
Boat Hull ID: XVTF4201K203
Has Hull ID: Yes
Keel Type: Other Keel

Dimensions
Length: 42 ft
Length Overall: 42 ft
Beam: 14'6 ft
Max Draft: 4'6 ft
Bridge Clearance: 19'3 ft
Dry Weight: 41000 lb
Cabins Count: 2

Engines / Speed
Engines: 2

Engine #1 Specs:
-Make: Cummins
-Model: 6BTA 5.9
-Fuel: Diesel
-Engine Power: 220hp
-Type: Inboard
-Drive Type: Direct
-Engine Hours: 5,777

Engine #2 Specs:
-Make: Cummins
-Model: 6BTA 5.9
-Fuel: Diesel
-Engine Power: 220hp
-Type: Inboard
-Engine Hours: 5,777

Total Engine Power: 440 hp
Cruising Speed: 8 kn
Maximum Speed: 11 kn

Tanks
Fuel Tank Capacity: 560 gal
Water Tank Capacity: 250 gal
Holding Tank Capacity: 60 gal
Additional information
***Additional Units Included***
2023 Achilles HB315LX

***Heritage East 42 Vessel Walkthrough***
Boarding Next Chapter from the swim platform, you ascend molded steps to the sundeck. From here, you can access the foredeck via the wide port and starboard side decks, continue up to the spacious and fully equipped flybridge, or enter the main cabin.

Inside the main cabin, the salon offers a bright, comfortable space for relaxing or entertaining. To starboard is a large L-shaped settee with a hardwood hi/lo table featuring a fold-up leaf, while to port you’ll find a modern armchair with ottoman. Moving forward and down a few steps brings you to the well-appointed U-shaped galley to port and the dinette with seating for four to six and located to starboard.

The guest stateroom is positioned in the bow and includes an ensuite guest wet head, located aft to starboard. The full-beam aft master stateroom, complete with ensuite head, is accessed directly from the salon.

Engine room access is excellent, provided through the salon floor hatches or the hatch beneath the lift-up galley steps.

***Heritage East 42 Accommodations***
Next Chapter offers a spacious full-beam aft master stateroom featuring a queen-size island berth and a private ensuite head with a separate enclosed shower for added comfort. Forward, the guest stateroom is located in the bow and includes a port-side angled berth, built-in dresser to starboard, and an ensuite wet head conveniently positioned to starboard, just aft within the stateroom.

***Heritage East 42 Main Cabin***
The main cabin aboard Next Chapter offers a warm, inviting, and highly functional living space that seamlessly incorporates the salon, galley, and dinette. Along the starboard side and aft bulkhead, the salon features a large L-shaped settee with storage beneath and a hardwood hi/lo table with a fold-up leaf. Forward of the settee is a sliding side-deck access door and the fully functional lower helm. To port, a modern armchair with a teak end table and ottoman creates an additional comfortable seating area.

A breakfast bar is positioned forward to port with a large Vizio flat-screen TV mounted overhead. Generous built-in hardwood storage is found throughout the space, including cabinetry and drawers along the starboard aft bulkhead, the port bulkhead, and within the breakfast bar. The teak and holly sole adds warmth and durability, while two large floor hatches provide convenient access to the engine room.

Abundant natural light fills the cabin through large windows to port, starboard, and forward, with opening side windows for ventilation and cellular blinds for privacy.

Forward and down a few steps to port is the spacious, well-designed U-shaped galley, fully equipped and thoughtfully laid out, featuring:
-Vitrifrigo AC/DC refrigerator with separate freezer
-Princess stainless steel 3-burner propane stove with oven
-Hamilton Beach 700 watt microwave oven
-Hamilton Beach coffee maker
-Stainless steel double basin sink
-Corian style countertops with in-counter storage
-Ample storage with numerous drawers and cabinets
-Teak & holly sole
-The large dinette comfortably seats four to six, featuring opposing bench settees and a teak-trimmed hardwood table. From the main cabin, you enjoy direct access to the master stateroom, sundeck, engine room, and forward guest stateroom, making this area the true hub of the vessel.

The lower helm features:
-Raymarine ST7001+ auto pilot
-Raymarine ST60 depth display
-Standard Horizon Intrepid+ Marine VHF radio
-Independent Morse throttle and transmission controls
-Full Cummins Marine engine gauges
-Ritchie Compass

***Heritage East 42 Master Stateroom***
The full-beam aft master stateroom serves as a spacious and thoughtfully appointed retreat. A walk-around queen-size berth is centered on the aft bulkhead, flanked by nightstands and equipped with reading lights and a 12 VDC fan for added comfort. The room offers excellent storage, including a large hanging locker, numerous drawers and cabinets, and additional space beneath the berth, ideal for extended cruising.

To starboard, a cozy two-place bench settee adds a comfortable seating option. Natural light fills the stateroom through a large centered aft escape hatch and two portlights on both the port and starboard sides, creating a bright and welcoming atmosphere. The teak and holly sole enhances the warm, classic feel of the space.

The private ensuite head features a molded vanity, a separate enclosed shower, and an electric flush toilet, providing the owner with comfort, convenience, and privacy.

***Heritage East 42 Forward Guest Stateroom***
The guest stateroom, located in the bow, features an angled full berth with storage beneath, positioned along the port bulkhead. A large nightstand/dresser to starboard offers additional cabinets and drawers. Two portlights and an overhead hatch with a screen provide excellent natural light and ventilation.

Thoughtfully finished with a teak and holly sole, built-in shelving, a large hanging locker, and ample drawer storage, this stateroom delivers both comfort and practicality, ideal for extended guest stays aboard.

The ensuite guest wet head is located aft to starboard within the stateroom and includes a vanity with a shower attachment and an electric flush toilet, ensuring privacy and convenience for guests.

***Heritage East 42 Flybridge***
The flybridge is thoughtfully designed for both comfort and functionality. It is equipped with a canvas bimini and Isinglass panels that provide excellent protection from the elements. A large L-shaped settee is located to starboard aft, offering a comfortable place to relax with storage beneath the cushions. Forward to port and starboard are individual navigator’s chairs, providing excellent visibility for crew or guests. Centered forward is the captain’s helm seat, positioned at the well-arranged helm station for optimal control and visibility underway.

The flybridge helm features:
-Raymarine C120 multifunction display
-Raymarine radar
-Raymarine ST60 depth display
-Horizon Ram Mic remote for the Marine VHF radio
-Independent Morse throttle and transmission controls
-Full Cummins Marine engine gauges
-Ritchie compass

***Heritage East 42 Sundeck***
The sundeck is covered by a hardtop, offering excellent protection from the elements and creating an inviting all-weather living space. Practical amenities include teak folding chairs with a small teak end table, along with a built-in wet bar with ice maker and storage located forward to starboard. Molded-in steps to port provide easy access to the flybridge, while additional molded steps aft to starboard lead conveniently down to the swim platform.

***Heritage East 42 Engine/Mechanical Equipment***
This yacht features the following engine and mechanical equipment:
-Twin Cummins 6BTA-5.9-M 220 HP main engines with 5,777 hours
-ZF Hurth marine transmissions
-Dripless shaft seals
-Racor 900FG fuel filters with one vacuum gauge for the main engines
-Reverse cycle air conditioning/heating system (3 zones)
-S.S. Marine 20 Gallon water heater
-Tankwatch holding tank level monitor system
-Hydraulic steering system

***Heritage East 42 Electrical System***
This yacht features the following electrical equipment:
-Northern Lights 8 kW generator with 2,405 hours
-Xantrex 1800 watt inverter
-Bestek 300 watt inverter
-Sterling Power Pro Charge Ultra 40 AMP Battery charger
-8 - Deka main engine start and house batteries
-Generator start battery
-800 watt solar panels
-2 - Victron Energy SmartSolar Charge Controller
-Isolation Transformer
-Dual 30 amp shore power cord
-Side Deck Shore power connections
-Various shore power adapters

***Heritage East 42 Tender and Equipment***
This yacht features the following tender and equipment:
-2023 Achilles HB315LX Inflatable RIB
-2 Stroke 15 HP Yamaha Outboard
-Weaver tender davit system

***Heritage East 42 Deck Equipment***
-This yacht features the following deck equipment:
-Muir anchor capstan\windlass with foot controls
-65lb Sarca Excel anchor
-Mantus swivel
-Chain anchor rode
-Stainless steel sampson post
-Anchor washdown
-Stainless steel rails
-Stainless steel deck hardware
-2 - Stainless steel dual fender holders
-Hot and cold freshwater shower aft
-Windshield cover
-Boarding gate each side
-Aluminum boarding ladder
-Fiberglass swim platform
-Stainless steel swim ladder
-Non-skid deck

***Heritage East 42 Safety and Fire Protection***
This yacht features the following safety and fire equipment:
-Fire extinguishers
-Smoke detectors
-Trident propane solenoid
-Dual horns
-PFDs
-Propane locker

***Heritage East 42 Audio/Visual Equipment***
This yacht features the following audio and video equipment:
-StarLink Satellite System
-Vizio 32" flat screen TV in the salon
-Insignia 32" flat screen TV in the master stateroom
-Shakespeare HDTV antenna
-Heritage East 42 Exclusions
-Personal effects
-Artwork
-General tools

***Disclaimer***
The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.

Condition
Well-maintained