On the contrary, the companionable aroma of tobacco smoke hung in the air mixed with the sweet faint scent of flowers.

The place seemed "lived-in"-- as well it might.

The two Japs had played gentlemen there for some weeks.

The table was laid for two, and appetizing dishes of cold food, salad and fruit were spread out on the dresser and sideboard, with iced champagne and claret cup.
"The outside of the cottage didn't suggest all this comfort," said Joan.
"Comfort's the easiest thing in the world when you can pay for it.
There's one bedroom half the size of this and two small ones.

A bathroom and kitchen beyond.