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New Jacquline Heritage Houseboats lies on the west side of Nigeen Lake in Srinagar, opposite the Nigeen Club, and its own site, read on 6 November 2026, lists five rooms and suites of 168 to 248 sq ft. Soun Kashmir books a night here on its own or inside a package with a cab.
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At a glance
- Lake and side
- Nigeen Lake (West), opposite the Nigeen Club, Srinagar, says the operator; Kayak adds Hazratbal Road, Ghat No. 1
- Family firm
- G N Madarie and Sons, which the operator says has worked in tourism since the 19th century
- Age of the boats
- The operator says most of its houseboats are comparatively new, keeping Victorian-style comfort; ask which boat is yours and when it was built
- Rooms listed
- Heritage Room 168 sq ft; Heritage Theme Room and Royal Traditional Suite 196 sq ft; Royal Heritage Suite 217 sq ft; Grand Heritage Lake View Room 248 sq ft
- Beds
- One king-size bed in each room type and a limit of three guests per room, says the operator
- Facilities listed
- Room service, Wi-Fi, a sitting area, shikara rides, private decks and a dining area
- Check-in and out
- Kayak gives check-in after 14:00 and check-out before 12:00; the operator's pages print neither
- Rates
- Not printed here: they change with the season and the room, so ask for a quote for your dates
- With Soun Kashmir
- A night on its own or inside a package, with a cab and sightseeing
Where is New Jacquline Heritage Houseboats, and which lake is it on?
It is moored on the west side of Nigeen Lake in Srinagar. The operator's contact page lists Nigeen Lake (West), opposite the Nigeen Club, and says the boats are moored among flower gardens. Kayak gives Hazratbal Road, Ghat No. 1, which is the landing to ask about. Wikipedia places the Hazratbal locality to the north-east of the lake.
| Source | Location and distances it gives |
|---|---|
| Operator's contact page | Nigeen Lake (West), opposite the Nigeen Club; seven km from Srinagar and 17 km from the airport |
| Kayak | Nigeen Lake, Hazratbal Road, Ghat No. 1; Nigeen Lake 0.4 km, Hari Parbat Fort 1.8 km, Dal Lake 3.9 km, Mughal gardens 4.7 km |
| Wikipedia, Nigeen Lake | Beside the Hari Parbat hill, west of Dal Lake, with Hazratbal to the north-east; sometimes counted as part of Dal Lake |
Who runs New Jacquline, and are the houseboats old?
The operator names the family firm G N Madarie and Sons and says it has worked in tourism since the 19th century, with Mr Madarie and his sons now carrying on what they learned from earlier generations. The word heritage here describes a style rather than an age. The same page says the majority of the houseboats it uses are comparatively new, while they keep the comfort and service of the Victorian houseboat.
That matters when you choose. Ask whether your boat is one of the older hulls or a newer build, and what has been refitted. Wikipedia explains the style: the Dogra Maharaja limited house building in the valley, so the British had lavish houseboats built on Dal Lake instead.
Which rooms and suites does New Jacquline list?
| Room | Size and features the operator lists | Worth asking |
|---|---|---|
| Heritage Room | 168 sq ft; one king-size bed; three guests at most | Whether three guests share the one king bed or an extra bed is added |
| Heritage Theme Room | 196 sq ft; one king-size bed | What the theme is and how it differs from the Heritage Room |
| Royal Traditional Suite | 196 sq ft; a four-pillared Maharaja-style bed with artisan woodwork and an accessible bathroom with a bathtub and handrails | Whether the bathroom is step-free |
| Royal Heritage Suite | 217 sq ft; one king-size bed and a jacuzzi with handrails | Whether the jacuzzi works in winter |
| Grand Heritage Lake View Room | 248 sq ft; a private balcony with views of the lake and mountains | Whether the balcony is yours alone |
What facilities does the operator list?
The facilities list names room service, Wi-Fi, a sitting area, shikara rides, private decks and a dining area. The room pages mention a balcony only for the Grand Heritage Lake View Room, so ask which rooms use a deck and which use a balcony before you count on either. The operator also sells tour packages, including trout fishing and skiing trips, and adventure programmes for Kashmir and Ladakh.
How far is it from the airport, and what are the check-in times?
The operator puts the boats 17 km from the airport. Kayak gives check-in after 14:00 and check-out before 12:00 and lists eight accommodations at the property. The operator's own pages do not print the times, so ask for both in writing, and ask where the shikara meets your car if you arrive with luggage. Our Srinagar airport taxi page explains how a pickup is arranged.
Is Nigeen Lake a good place for a houseboat stay?
Wikipedia describes Nigeen as a major attraction in Srinagar, ringed by willow and poplar trees and known for water that is relatively pristine compared with Dal Lake, with houseboats and shikaras common. Rising Kashmir reported on 25 September 2023 that an official of the Lakes Conservation and Management Authority said all 80 houseboats on Nigeen Lake were connected to sewage treatment plants. Ask New Jacquline how its own boats are handled today.
For a second boat on the same lake, see Mascot Houseboats. For Dal Lake, see Sukoon Houseboat and Butt's Clermont Houseboats, and for a boat whose lake is unconfirmed, see WelcomHeritage Gurkha Houseboats.
How do you book New Jacquline Heritage Houseboats with Soun Kashmir?
Send your dates, the number of guests and the nights you want through the contact page, by phone or on WhatsApp. Ask the planner to compare the options, explain what each rate includes and confirm the room type before you pay. A planner can add a cab and a shikara ride on Dal Lake to the same quote.
Soun Kashmir is an independent travel company and is not part of New Jacquline, so the stay is confirmed with the operator and its terms apply. Couples can compare our Kashmir Honeymoon, listed at ₹21,550 for 10 days, and ask for a custom quote with a houseboat night. Our houseboats in Srinagar page covers the boats Soun lists itself, and the hotels list covers the rest.
Where do the facts on this page come from?
On 6 November 2026 we read the home, rooms and contact pages of the New Jacquline Heritage Houseboats website, the Kayak listing for the property, Wikipedia's articles on Nigeen Lake and Dal Lake, and Rising Kashmir of 25 September 2023. Parts of the operator's site still show template text, which is why addresses and sizes come only from its contact and room pages. Kayak's ratings and prices are not repeated. Rooms, rates and the rules change, so confirm them with the operator when you book.
Questions and answers
Is New Jacquline on Dal Lake or Nigeen Lake?
On Nigeen Lake, west side, opposite the Nigeen Club, according to the operator's contact page. Kayak gives Hazratbal Road, Ghat No. 1, and Wikipedia says Nigeen is sometimes counted as part of Dal Lake.
What rooms does New Jacquline list?
The operator lists five types, from the 168 sq ft Heritage Room to the 248 sq ft Grand Heritage Lake View Room with a balcony. Each lists one king-size bed and three guests at most.
Are the houseboats really heritage boats?
The operator says the majority of its houseboats are comparatively new while keeping Victorian-style comfort. Heritage here is a style, so ask the owner when your boat was built and what has been refitted.
Do the rooms have a private deck?
The facilities list names private decks, and the room pages name a private balcony only for the Grand Heritage Lake View Room. Ask which rooms have a deck before you count on one.
How far is it from Srinagar airport?
The operator says 17 km. Kayak lists the Nigeen landing at Hazratbal Road, so confirm the pickup point and the transfer time with Soun Kashmir when you book.
What time can I check in?
Kayak gives check-in after 14:00 and check-out before 12:00. The operator's pages print neither, so ask for both in writing.
Can Soun Kashmir book New Jacquline with a cab?
Yes. A night can be booked on its own or with a cab, an airport pickup and sightseeing, and the quote lists exactly which pieces are in the price.
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