Hunter 426 Deck Salon
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Edwards Yacht Sales
United States
| Make | Hunter |
|---|---|
| Model | 426 Deck Salon |
| Year | 2003 |
| Condition | Used |
| Price | US$137,000 |
| Type | Sail |
| Class | Cruiser |
| Length | 12.83 m |
| Fuel Type | Diesel |
| Hull Material | Fibreglass |
| Location | Satellite Beach, Florida, United States |
| LOA | 12.8 m |
|---|---|
| Length at Water Line | 11.94 m |
| Beam | 4.27 m |
| Max Draft | 1.52 m |
| Keel Type | enums.keel-type.kt-wing |
| Ballast | 7389 lb |
| Dry Weight | 23936 lb |
| Max Bridge Clearance | 18.29 m |
| Cabin Headroom | 1.98 m |
| Engine Type | Inboard |
|---|---|
| Engine Make | Yanmar |
| Engine Model | 4JH3E |
| Fuel Type | Diesel |
| Engine Year | 2003 |
| Power | 56 hp |
| Drive Type | Direct Drive |
| Propeller Type | 3 Blade |
| Propeller Material | Bronze |
| Engine usage (hours) | 1825 |
| Designer | Glenn Henderson |
|---|---|
| Builder | Hunter Marine |
| Guest Cabins | 2 |
| Guest Heads | 2 |
| Fuel Tanks | 51 gal |
| Fresh Water Tanks | 125 gal |
| Holding Tanks | 45 gal |
| Hull Shape | Monohull |
| Windlass | Electric Windlass |
| Hull Warranty | None |
Description
S/V LaVeda is presently on the hard at Anchorage Yacht Basin in Melbourne, Florida for a fresh anti-fouling bottom job. She's just been meticulously detailed (buff 'n waxed) including hull sides, cockpit and deck areas (Feb 2026). Prop speed will be applied to the Flex-O-Fold feathering propeller prior to splashing.
Now's a great time to see the bottom without having to spend $ for a haul out.
This stunning 2003 Hunter 426 is a remarkable Deck Salon (DS) yacht that combines elegance with performance and ready to go for many more adventures! Built on the same hull as the 44 DS, this 426 has all the luxurious accommodations and ease of handling features that you would expect of this popular DS model.This is a vessel that has been well maintained, in exceptional condition and upgraded with a focus on state-of-the-art B&G electronics for ease of navigating, handling and comfort.
With an overall length of 42 feet this monohull features a robust fiberglass hull and a shoal draft wing keel that draws 5 feet ensuring stability and agility on the water. Her ICW friendly mast height of approximately 60 feet makes transiting thru many of the fixed bridges less stressful. Powered by a reliable Yanmar 4JH3E diesel engine with 1825 hours and delivering 56 hp she promises a smooth and efficient sailing experience.
Designed for both relaxation and adventure, LaVeda is perfect for cruising enthusiasts seeking a blend of style and functionality. This yacht is equipped with essential features making it a fantastic choice for those looking to explore the open seas or traveling on the Intracoastal Waterway. Experience the joy of sailing with LaVeda where every journey becomes a memorable adventure.
She should be on your short list and given careful consideration!
Accommodations
This two cabin, two heads, both with separate showers, offer an incredibly comfortable and well appointed interior providing ample space for comfort, storage, and privacy. The stunning cabin boasts teak cabinetry and hand laid teak veneer paneling with an all beige interior upholstery. The galley provides a double ss sink with cutting board insert, a 2-burner LP cooktop with overhead hood, and separate refrigeration and freezer with forward swing door access – a dream for countertop availability and a gracious amount of storage cabinets and drawers. The saloon offers a large U-shaped table seating arrangement with the additional adjacent long bench, providing a super comfortable gathering experience. Saloon high gloss teak table has an insert leaf. Mattresses with innerspring and hinged folding function for ease of access to storage and equipment below, 2017. Original Hunter pillows and berth coverlets (2) are like new never used, along with upholstered cushion insert at saloon table for additional sleeping set up.
Newer galley sink faucet. LP gas (external) has been removed but system can easily be reinstalled for the LP 2-burner cooktop and oven (never used by current owner). Top deck Solar vent 2022.
Air Conditioning: Webasto 16k BTU AC/Heat in Saloon replaced 2023. Webasto 12k btu AC/Heat in aft cabin replaced 2021.Luxurious salon has beautiful teak cabinetry and teak and holly sole.
Panoramic view and abundant natural light with her Deck Salon
Wrap around upholstered leather salon settee to starboard
High varnish teak dining table (has an extension leaf and a filler cushion to convert to guest double berth)
Settee to starboard (has lee cloth)
Forward facing navigation station with full electric and monitoring panels
Bose stereo system w/sub woofer
Great working galley with Corian counters, SS appliances and pantry to port
2 stateroom/2 head layout
Aft master stateroom has an athwartship berth with comfortable innerspring mattress, overhead opening hatch and upholstered seat
Splendide washer/dryer combo in master closet
V-berth guest stateroom innerspring mattress with custom cover
Both staterooms have private en-suite heads
Vacuflush freshwater toilets, vanity sink and separate shower stalls
Windows have pleated shades for privacy
Bomar opening hatches overhead
SS opening ports
Oceanaire shades and screens
Tall 6'6" headroom
Most interior lights are LED
12V fans
Galley
Corian countertops
SS front loading Refrigerator (with larger compressor and fan for improved operation in the islands)
SS front loading Freezer
SS safety bar across stove area
Microwave 2024
Double SS sink with single lever faucet
Water filtration system
Glass splash guard
Large pantry for provisioning
Generous cabinets for dishes
Deep bin storage
Built-in waste bin
Electronics 'n Navigational Equipment
B&G sail package electronics installed in 2023
At the Helm: New Nav Pod, Zeus 3-MFD 12”
X-Turn bow thruster (external) controller
At the Companionway: Triton 4.1 Displays (2) and Fusion RS-RS70 marine stereo.
At the NAV station: Triton 4.1 Display (1), B7G Vulcan 7R MFD, V60-B VHF & V60 wireless handset in charging cradle.
Other: B&G NAC-3 Autopilot w/BT-1 wireless controller (Auto pilot can be controlled via NAV station, Helm or remote control). SiTexMDA-5 class B with RF-25 rudder feedback controller. WS-310 Wind sensor package (top of mast). ZG100 GPS antennae. Halo 20 radar. Sirius XM-WM4 radio module. Precision 9 electronic compass. Airmar DST-810 Transducer.
White all around masthead light
Nav lights
Radar Reflector
Bose stereo system w/sub-woofer
Digital TV antenna
CD changer
Electrical System
Fisher Panda 8 kw diesel Generator in soundbox (295 hrs)
Extra sound insulation added to compartment
(2) Kyocera solar panels
Solar controller
(4) Mighty Max AGM ML4D 200 aH each House Batteries
(2) Group 27 1000MCA start Batteries
(2) Group 27 AGM 12V batteries in series to power 24V Bow Thruster w/seperate Pro-Sport charger
Perko battery selector switch
Upgraded 100 amp Balmar alternator ARS-5 (2021)
Spare original alternator and additional spare
Xantrex 2000 watt 150 amp Invertor/Charger
Digital Xantrex Monitor controller
40 amp Xantrex charger on 2nd network
300 watt Invertor
Guest ProCharge 10amp 12 to 24V charger
Hunter electric panel
Small addtional panel added
Battery usage monitor
Galvanic isolator
Shore power cords
Most LED interior lights
Red floor level lighting
LED external lighting on mast and hull
Sea Blaze surface mounted LED 3-color underwater hull lights (2 at stern) 2021
Mechanical and Details
56 hp Yanmar 1825 hours
Haylon fire extinguishing system
Dual Racor filters with switch over valve
2 vacuum gauges for Racors
plumbed for external pump for fuel tank filtration
Parker air intake cleaning system in engine compartment
Flex-o-fold prop
PSS dripless shaft seal
Vetus transmission coupler
External Bowthruster with joystick operation
Fast change plate for impeller
Added fuel gauge with mechanical sender
Added extra fuel fill with no-spill bowl
Whistle installed in main diesel breathing line
Valve to rinse engine with fresh water
Valve to purge coolant
Additional check valves
All thru hulls changed to bronze with SS balls, each have a pencil zinc
Secondary intakes for engine and generator that serve dual purpose as high capacity emergency
bilge pumps
(2) Rule 1500 gph bilge pumps
High water alarm
Forward and Aft sumps pumps 2023
(2) Vacuflush toilets
Hot water heater
2 stage water filtration system
Accumulator tank
Variable speed water pump
Larger compressor added to refrigerator with circulation fan
(2) AC (1-16,000 btu and 1-12,000 btu) Reverse cycle air conditioning system
CO2 detector
Smoke detector
3 Fire extinguishers
Deck and Hull
Beam is carried well aft and provides a roomy, comfortable cockpit and also enhances sea keeping ability and performance
Dodger w/strataglass & Bimini with Sunbrella Canvas-Smoke 2017
Helm cover, cockpit table cover & Lifesling cover Sunbrella smoke 2025
Cockpit hot/cold shower ensemble 2021
Stern seat teak refinished 2023
Custom double stern rail seats w/cushions
Bow thruster with joystick
Textiline UV shades over salon windows
Long bench seating
Bose cockpit speakers 2025
Walk thru transom
Molded transom steps
H & C handheld transom shower
Swim ladder
Fulton transom bracket mount to use your outboard for backup propulsion
Telescoping swim ladder (custom) to mount on stern engine mount accessory with wider steps and longer extension, easy lift off and stored in cockpit lazarette.
Deep cockpit lazarette storage
(2) transom lazarettes
SS dingy davits
SS arch
Propane tanks moved to vented box on transom step
Lee cloths and accessories. Harness lines
Original Hunter manuals.
PFD's and Ring Buoy-Type IV.
Flares
Lines and fenders
Sails and Rigging
IJPE : 834.00 sq ft
I : 47.83 ft
J : 14.58 ft
P : 46.50 ft
E : 20.75 ft
Working Sail Area : 834.00 sq ft
In mast furling Mainsail. Main Sail has been removed and serviced twice 2020/2024, new stitching, solar covers, replaced clew
Precision Head Sail 110% Genoa, with Sunbrella Smoke solar shade 2017
Furlex Roller furler
Mast: Seldon Parts replace: Grease hole covers (2), Sail Feeder cover (2). ALL running rigging replaced (except head sail line) 2023-2024. ALL running rigging BLOCKS replaced (except boom, traveler, head sail line) 2023-2025.
Red, white & blue asymmetrical spinnaker (whisker pole)
Downwind pole
Selden aluminum mast and boom
B&R rig w/swept back spreaders
Lines left aft to the cockpit
(2) sets of Harken line stoppers
(2) Oversized 46# Lewmar ST cabin top winches for the mainsail
(2) Lewmar 46# primary winches, moved to aft pad in easy reach of the helmsman
Traveller on SS arch
Rigid boom vang
Keel Details
Keel #1
Keel Type: Wing Keel
Ballast: 7237 lb
Max Draft: 5.0 ft
Ground Tackle
Lewmar (customized) electric windlass 2012 with 225’ 5/8” chain
Up and Down controls on deck
Double anchor roller
Delta 88lb anchor w/original 44 lb anchor mounted in cockpit lazarette
Customized anchor locker with internal roller, extra cleats
Salt water wash down pump added
Recent Maintenance
Fresh anti-fouling bottom job, hull and top sides including cockpit wet sanded, buff and waxed (Feb 2026)
Yanmar raw water pump changed (April 2025). Oil and filter change scheduled soon.
Fisher Panda Generator (295 hours) serviced 2024: Oil & Filter change, descaled the cooling system, new raw water pump, rebuilt original raw water pump for a spare.
Sanitation System: Sanitation Filter 2025-Sanitation Hoses to both heads, both vacu flush pumps and black water holding tank-completely replaced 2021. Vac-u-flush duck bills replaced 2024. Both heads completely rebuilt 2025. Water pump 2024.
Extras/Spares
(2) spare alternators: original an additional
Rebuilt raw water pump generator
Spare belts, filters, impellers, hoses
New Macerator pump
Two (2) new head sink faucets
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.
Presented For Sale By:
Edwards Yacht Sales
United States
Presented For Sale By:
Edwards Yacht Sales
United States