I can totally relate to that.

Thinking about it, what I would most likely do is book into your preferred venue, as you know you like their model of care, and want ot have your next baby there. That peace of mind is gold.

But compromise on the labouring at home thing. Like Saram suggested, get the support of your midwives, so that they can help you, when you call them in early labour, to get you there on time?

ie have a plan for a comfy but active labour within the birthing unit?

(I make that sound so simple, LOL!)