Capt. Rob wrote:
The Heart of Gold cockpit is plenty long.

Sure thing, Bob, plenty of room for a group to stretch out and relax:
http://www.bostonsailingcenter.com/F...eteau35s5.jpg/

Here's a proper cockpit for daysailer/cruiser:
http://www.harrisellis.com/Nonsuch/cover.GIF

Or, if you really want space:
http://www.sv-loki.com/ca-quart.jpg
Note the generous space secure at the lower level, plus comfy seats
for 5 raised up with full visibility.

Luckily deckspace is also great.
No Bob, this is great deck space:
http://www.sv-loki.com/IMGP0745.jpg