Matlock and I go here ALL the time. If you want to take a drive to Tampa (about 1 1/2 hours), go to Oxford Exchange, order a latte (the best in town!), some food, and browse their shop. You'll also be minutes away from Hyde Park Village, which is gorgeous and full of upscale shopping and restaurants.
Historic downtown Mt. Dora is seriously the cutest and has SO much character! We highly recommend walking up and down the streets, looking all the unique shops, stopping for some ice cream, and making your way down to Lake Dora.