1999 Legacy 40

The Legacy 40 is a Down East-style cruising yacht built in 1999 by Freedom Yachts to a design by Mark Ellis. Her traditional lobster-boat hull features round bilges and a full keel, delivering stable, comfortable handling and fuel efficiency at cruising speeds. Twin Cummins 330 diesel engines provide reliable, efficient power. The pilothouse and salon draw inspiration from Herreshoff design, offering excellent visibility and timeless aesthetics. The bridgedeck and cockpit are generously proportioned with thoughtful ergonomics at the helm and comfortable seating for guests. Careful engine room insulation keeps operations remarkably quiet despite the Cummins engines mounted directly below deck.

Below deck, the layout maximizes comfort and space. The salon features an L-shaped settee and convertible dining table to starboard, while the galley to port is well-equipped with a large refrigerated icebox, three-burner stove with oven, and double stainless sinks. A head compartment with dual access serves both salon and stateroom. Forward lies a spacious queen-sized berth with abundant storage throughout the yacht in drawers and hanging lockers.

The deck layout emphasizes safe, easy movement: wide side decks and an oversized cockpit make working and moving about the boat straightforward, even underway. Interior brightness and the generous proportions make the yacht feel considerably larger than a typical 40-footer of this design style. Throughout, the boat reflects careful maintenance and tasteful upgrades, including a well-presented hull finish and all cruising gear in place.