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Could you just connect the server and the client to the same VPN?
That's the same as having them within the same LAN. That makes https unnecessary, but you'd still have to remember ip+port combos without a domain. The domain doesn't need to be publicly registered unless you want services to be accessible externally without a VPN connection.
I only allow a couple of my services to be accessed directly via public domain, mostly for sharing with friends. The rest you've gotta be within the LAN either by wifi/ethernet or a VPN that I host.
I'd prefer to be able to setup like you have, but an always on VPN for stock Android is a PITA.
Been running openVPN as an always on VPN for stock Android for about 2 years now. Keeps it behind pihole and able to access my LAN only services.
The only issue I have is manually having to tell it to reconnect when the device restarts. Other than that it's been no different than no vpn.