A cuddy boat is a boat with a small shelter cabin with maybe a small
head (toilet). It may have a small
berth also. The cuddy on a cuddy boat is usually not tall enough to stand in. Typical lengths of cuddy boats range from 5.5 to 8.5 metres.
The term "cuddy” means cabin and is a common term among small boaters. Cuddy boats are popular as recreational boats with people who want a little shelter and storage space but do not want to upgrade to a full cabin boat. They serve as a great small-family recreation and overnighter. Cuddy cabin fishing boats are also used as near-shore fishing boats.