Open Bow vs Cuddy Cabin

Hi,

As a first time buyer I've come across some important questions and wanted to solicit some expert opinions. I live in Ohio and will be boating often on Lake Erie. My wife and I are in the buying process and are at a cross roads as to whether we should get an Open Bow or a Cuddy, has anyone been in this position before and if so could you offer some advice?

We are looking to entertain on this boat and do some skiing along with fishing.

I should note that we do not plan on sleeping on the boat often if at all and the boat size we are looking at is 22-25'.

Thank you for your help!