Perfect for coastal cruising and exploring inland waterways, cuddy cabins feature a small cabin in the bow for storage and relaxing.

Cuddy Cabin Boats

Perfect for coastal cruising and exploring inland waterways, cuddy cabins feature a small cabin in the bow for storage and relaxing.

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Cuddy cabin boats, also known as cuddy cruisers, are small to medium-sized powerboats that have an enclosed cabin space in the bow area. The cabin area provides shelter and storage for equipment and can be used for overnight stays. Due to its small size and low ceiling, it cannot normally be used as a salon, but a small marine toilet can be installed at the base of the bunk. On boats between 25 and 30 feet, a separate latrine can sometimes be installed. Often the cabin takes the function of a spacious pantry, where it is convenient to store provisions and equipment for entertainment on the water.

Cuddy cabin boats are versatile and can be used for a variety of activities including fishing, cruising, water sports, and short overnight stays. This versatility makes them one of the more popular options for pleasure boats up to 30 feet long. Advantages beyond the convenience of the bow cabin for storage and sleeping include the raised helm position for added visibility and their fuel efficiency when compared to larger yacht models. Most models are built with fiberglass hulls and are equipped with outboard or stationary engines, usually gasoline powered. Cuddy cabins are a particularly good option for inland cruising and recreational water sports when a higher performance sports boat is not needed and for fishing fans who appreciate the storage space and convenience of the bow cabin and want a boat that is a bit more entertainment friendly than the classic center console fishing boat

Purchasing Considerations

Cuddy cabin boats may present some drawbacks to customers looking for specific features and are worth having in mind when considering a purchase. While cuddy cabins offer the convenience of a small cabin, this feature takes away the additional seating space that is found in bowriders which may be important for entertaining larger groups and there is no ability to walk on the bow as there is on walkaround boats which is often an important feature for fishermen.

For those looking to take longer trips with more overnight stays and greater comfort, cabin cruisers typically have a full cabin with multiple berths, a galley and a head. They are designed for longer trips and overnight stays and are more suitable for coastal cruising and offshore boating.