In my cuddy I took the cushions out of the cabin, they just gather mildew. Then I use big tupperware containers for flares, charts, first aid kit etc. These can be attached using velcrow. I like the idea of mounting the anchor on the bow with the line elsewere with a clip.
Also I have my VHF mounted in the cabin, this keeps it out of the weather and it is still easy to reach from the helm. My biggest problem is people that go fishing with me, they bring SO MUCH JUNK! I like and insist on a clear cockpit.