RE: utility or ATV
I would say both have their advantages and disadvantages. I own a Yamaha Big Bear and there are times when it is just too big. A utility would be way too big to get through most of the trails at my hunting lease without some major clearing and chain saw work. On the other hand, the utility would be far better for hauling equipment in and out of the woods. There have been many times I've had to make 2 or even 3 trips in and out on the atv to get the work done where a ute would have easily done it in 1 trip with room to spare.
If the size of the utility wouldn't be a problem for you I'd say go for it. Otherwise the atv might be the better choice.