A narrow passage led directly through the house into the garden behind.

On each side of the entrance was a sitting room, about sixteen feet square; and beyond them were the offices and the stairs.

Four bed-rooms and two garrets formed the rest of the house.

It had not been built many years and was in good repair.
In comparison of Norland, it was poor and small indeed!--but the tears which recollection called forth as they entered the house were soon dried away.

They were cheered by the joy of the servants on their arrival, and each for the sake of the others resolved to appear happy.
It was very early in September; the season was fine, and from first seeing the place under the advantage of good weather, they received an impression in its favour which was of material service in recommending it to their lasting approbation.
The situation of the house was good.