Maybe it's just me, but I've never thought of my snakes in the "cuddly" aspect in 17 years of owning them.....I just think they're amazing pets with everything considered. The lowest maintenance out of any pet out there I would argue.
I think after you witness a few brutal feedings when they hit the adult stage you kind of change your attitude towards what they're capable of lol.....I think the few people here who keep "hots" are more inclined to understand what I'm saying.