4/1/2008

Mount Dora Florida Real Estate

Mount Dora, voted by Money Magazine as one of the "Best Places in America to Retire" is the crown jewel of the Golden Triangle.

Founded in 1883, the area known as Mount Dora was first named Royellou after one of the City's pioneers.  The town later renamed after the lake that is a short walk from downtown.  The "mount" refers to the fact that the city sits 266 feet above sea level, which is a high elevation in Florida.  Incorporated as a town in 1910 with 370 residents, the town now has a population of around 15,000 people. 

Today, the town retains its small town feel with rolling hills, huge oaks, beautiful lakes and historic buildings.  The town is especially know for its spectacular Christmas decorations centered around the downtown park where every tree is covered with thousands of sparkling lights.

Mount Dora is known as having the best antique shopping in the state.  The historic downtown area has a wide variety of antique specialty shops and restaurants most of which are open everyday.  Lake Dora, with it's beautiful waterfront Gilbert Park, is just a short walk from downtown.

The City hosts many annual events such as the popular "Mount Dora Arts Festival".  This event attracts over 150,000 people each year and has been ranked among the top art shows in the country.  Other events include the Antique Boat Show, Antique Car Show, Golf Tournament, Bicycle Festival,  Crafts Fair and Plant and Garden Fair.

Throughout the year, Mount Dora hosts many arts and cultural activities. You can enjoy plays at the IceHouse Theatre or concerts and recitals at the Mount Dora Center for the Arts.

For fun and relaxation, fish off the dock next to the famous Mount Dora lighthouse, take a scenic cruise of the Dora Canal, enjoy a nature walk on Palm Island or just enjoy the sunsets on beautiful Lake Dora.

If you have any questions or would like to tour any of our available Mount Dora homes, please do not hesitate to contact us. 

Phil & Judy Kelley, Realtors
Coldwell Banker Camelot Realty
1898 N. Donnelly Street
Mount Dora, FL 32757
Toll Free at: 800 260-2829