STONECHAT, TRUTHWALL

Named after the bird often seen locally in winter, Stonechat is semi-detached with the main farmhouse and set in a courtyard of converted farm buildings. There is private parking opposite and it has been beautifully finished offering a spacious living area with vaulted ceilings, it’s filled with light. With a lovely wood burner to curl up in front of it makes a cosy winter retreat too. The private French doors lead into the living room and next to it is a gate into a private patio garden perfect for sitting out in and enjoying a glass of wine on the long summer evenings. The bedroom has a modern en suite shower room and king size bed where you’re sure to get a good night’s rest after days out exploring this magical area.

LOCATION

Truthwall is a small hamlet set less than a mile from St Just off the stunning coastal road which leads to St Ives. A short walk away and you can be on the South West Coast Path and in the other direction the wild moors of Carnyorth Common are just behind Stonechat. If feeling energetic try exploring the stunning Tinner’s Way running along the coast from Cape Cornwall all the way to St Ives. It’s an ancient route from the Bronze age and where the tin and copper ore were transported along the way from St Just to Hayle. After a day’s activities enjoy a drink and let someone else do the cooking. Less than five minutes’ walk away is a great locals pub, The Queens Arms.

St Just, less than a mile away, is your nearest town which is in walking distance or a few minutes’ drive away. It’s is a friendly, quirky place that feels like stepping back in time with a good selection of local shops, a deli, a butcher, four pubs and a small supermarket for your everyday needs.

The far west is on the edge, things are different here. We're surrounded on three sides by the sea, and it has a strong influence on our lives. For beaches we are spoilt and Sennen Cove with its glorious surfing beach is only ten minutes away as is Portheras, a hidden, and stunning locals cove past Pendeen travelling east.

Travelling around the far west, the impossibly quaint village of Mousehole and working harbour of Newlyn are 15 minutes’ drive away. Marazion with the famous St Michaels Mount, St Ives, Penzance and Porthcurno with the famous Minack theatre built into the cliffs are all well worth visiting and also an easy drive away.

LIVING

COOKING & EATING

SLEEPING

The bedroom is accessed from the back of the living space and has a king size bed and built-in wardrobes. 

BATHING

OUTSIDE

The gravelled private patio is accessed from a gate off the path to the front door and has a rattan table and two chairs.

MORE INFORMATION

• PARKING: There is private parking right opposite Stonechat the other side of the courtyard.
• ELECTRIC CARS:  A dedicated EV charging point for sole use by Stonechat on request (a minimal charge will apply).
• WI-FI: There is free unlimited Wi-Fi at Stonechat.
• HEATING: There are modern wall mounted radiators which get Stonechat warmed up quickly via an oil-fired boiler which also heats the hot water. The lovely wood burner works a treat and will soon get you toasty on cooler evenings.
• PETS: Far West Cornwall is doggie heaven! There’s plenty of beaches and coast paths for exploring. One well-behaved dog is welcome at £35 per week/short break. Please make sure they stay out of bedrooms and off the furniture and that you rub down muddy/sandy feet before they come in.

• PET ALLERGIES: This is a dog friendly property in a rural location and unlikely to be suitable if you suffer pet allergies.
• OTHER ALLERGIES: If you or any member of the party suffer any kind of allergy (such as dust or food) please let us know before booking so we can advise both the suitability of the property and what feasible measures are possible to mitigate the issue such as adapting any welcome pack contents. 
• LINEN & TOWELS: You'll have bedding & towels but please bring your own beach towels.
• ACESSIBILITY: Stonechat has ground floor living space with a step up into it.
• This property is not wheelchair friendly and may not be suitable for those with limited mobility. If this applies, please contact our booking office to discuss the properties potential suitability prior to confirming.
• CHANGEOVER & SHORT BREAKS: Short breaks are available all year flexible changeover days for a minimum of 2 nights. Don’t worry if you need to book dates that don’t quite fit, just call or email and we will always do our best to make it work.
• LAUNDRY: There is no washing machine but if staying for an extended break there are several launderettes in Penzance 15 minutes away.
• PROPERTY IMAGES AND DESCRIPTIONS: From time to time minor upgrades and improvements and changes to furnishings at The property may mean it varies slightly from the images and descriptions on the Website.
• MAP LOCATION: Although very close the map marker's location is approximate to the property. Do let us know if you need more specific details.

USEFUL TO KNOW BEFORE BOOKING

Always read the descriptions and more information fully before booking to make sure the property is a right fit for you. We are here to help and can answer most questions as we know the property well.

WHAT GUESTS ARE SAYING...

“Enjoyed our stay at Stonechat, clean and comfortable and good EV charging facility. Had everything you need to cook etc. Heating was good when we needed it to try some towels. Nice quiet location and although on a fairly busy road, we weren’t bothered by it. Owners were friendly and live next door. Milk and biscuits were left for our arrival which was nice. We had a Tesco delivery. 10 mins walk to the beautiful coastal path. Nice local pub The Queens Arms within 5 mins walk (great Sunday roast) St Just (5 mins by car we didn’t walk the hills) has all you need if you want to stay local, deli, pubs, co-op etc. we had a nice coffee and bagel at Moomaids ice cream parlour. We enjoyed trips out to Porthcurno, Porthleven, St Ives, and the local National Trust gardens. Stonechat is a good base for touring the area with walks from the door.”

Samantha – September 2025 

“A lovely place. Owners were very friendly with great tips to get the best out of your stay.”

Kerry – August 2025 

“What a lovely place. Stonechat was exactly what we wanted: Quiet, rural and charming. The place was clean, comfy and equipped with everything we needed to make our stay enjoyable. The Cornish Way were very friendly and accommodating. The location was ideal for us. St Just, the closest town, being a mile away was ideal for stocking up with any provisions en route for our daily excursions. Also, the location was really convenient for visiting the stunning coves, beaches and other sights that makes South West Cornwall one of the nicest areas of Great Britain. I would definitely use this venue again.”

Jon – July 2025 

“Lovely place, very clean and tidy. Liz and Rob were a lovely couple, very helpful and full of information whatever we needed. A great base to explore Cornwall”

Andrew – June 2025 

“Very lovely stay, rural Cornwall. Loads to explore nearby. The Cornish Way were great!”

Murray – December 2024