42 Heritage East 2003 Boat for Sale

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ASKING PRICE: $199,000 Watch Price

Virginia Beach, VA

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Last updated Nov 26, 2025

Next Chapter Boat | 42' Heritage East 2003

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

Denison Yachting is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel. This boat is centrally listed by Great Loop Yacht Sales.

Denison Yacht Sales offers the details of this yacht in good faith but can’t guarantee the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of this boat for sale. This yacht for sale is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal from that yacht market without notice. She is offered as a convenience by this yacht broker to its clients and is not intended to convey direct representation of a specific yacht for sale.

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Next Chapter HIGHLIGHTS

Yacht Details: 42' Heritage East 2003
Location: Virginia Beach, VA
Engines: Cummins
Last Updated: Nov 26, 2025
Asking Price: $199,000
Maximum Speed: 11 kn
Max Draft: 4' 6''

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Specifications

Cruising Speed: 8 kn
Maximum Speed: 11 kn
Beam: 14' 6''
Hull Material: Fiberglass
Max Draft: 4' 6''
Fuel Tank: 1 x 560|gallon
Fresh Water: 1 x 250|gallon
Holding: 1 x 60|gallon
Cabins: 2
Heads: 2

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: