A cuddy is a small room or cupboard, particularly on a boat.
[1] Sometimes a cuddy refers to a small but cosy hut.
In the 19th century, it referred to a saloon cabin at the stern of immigrant ships, where wealthy immigrants could travel in greater comfort than the steerage passengers below.
Typical lengths of cuddy boats range from 18 to 28 feet (5.5 to 8.5 m).
The term "cuddy cabin" is still somewhat used (cuddy itself can mean cabin) and is a common term among small boaters.